We know XL Bully dogs are owned by residents, and we need you to let us know if you own one to ensure we can give you the best support and guidance.

To report you own an XL Bully, please let us know using the form below. 

XL Bully dog (from Gov.uk website)

From 31 December 2023 it became an offence to:

  • sell an XL Bully dog 
  • abandon an XL Bully dog or let it stray
  • give away an XL Bully dog
  • breed from an XL Bully dog
  • have an XL Bully dog in public without a lead and muzzle. 

From 1 February 2024 it will be a criminal offence to own an XL Bully dog unless your dog has a valid Certificate of Exemption. You can apply for one here. 

You can check if your dog is classed as an XL Bully here and can find out more about the ban here.

We know how important pets are to families. Please work with us so we can give you the best support we can.

Let us know about your XL Bully

XL Bully report form
Please enter your full address
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Please let us know about your dog, including their name and age.

Let us know you're human.