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Include "Dog on Dog" Attacks in the Dangerous Dog Acts 1991

Closed 67 signatures

What the petition asks

Due to my own dog being injured in an unprovoked attack from another dog, I would like to have "dog on dog" attacks include in the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
Any dog that is injured or harmed in an unprovoked attack from another dog should be a criminal offence due to irresponsible ownership.
Photographic evidence from the attack is available, a report from the veterinary clinic can be requested, and witness statements.
The incident was reported to the police and has been logged.
This attack was clearly vicious and distressing to ourselves and the dog, and was completely unprovoked.
As responsible pet owners, our dog was on a lead and wearing a muzzle, unable to defend himself in the attack.

Timeline

27 Jul 2016 Petition opened for signatures
27 Jan 2017 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 67
Status Closed
Opened 27 Jul 2016
Closed 27 Jan 2017

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.