Petition · past parliament · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Set up dog typing stations to identify XL Bully types and issue certificates

Closed 13 signatures

What the petition asks

The Government should set up stations with experts to either confirm or dismiss XL Bully characteristics rather than expect concerned owners to decide if their dogs fit the criteria. Owners should then be provided with a verification certificate that confirms whether or not their dog fits the type.
This could support responsible owners and protect dogs from being wrongly identified. To allow as many dogs as possible to enjoy their freedom . And for the government to have accountability when trying to implement legislation that so many dedicated and knowledgeable charities, organisations and public do not support.

Timeline

1 Mar 2024 Petition opened for signatures
29 May 2024 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 13
Status Closed
Department Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened 1 Mar 2024
Closed 29 May 2024

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