Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Introduce a rehoming scheme for banned breeds

Closed 432 signatures

What the petition asks

Establish a Rehoming Scheme specifically tailored for rehoming banned breed dogs that are of good temperament. Collaborate with rescue charities and organisations, ensuring that potential adopters undergo thorough screening and education on responsible dog ownership.
We believe this could help prevent unnecessary euthanasia of dogs. I worry about the fate of stray or abandoned exempted dogs, as well as dogs seized under the Dangerous Dogs Act. Under current legislation they can face euthanasia due to banned breed status. By advocating for the rehoming of these dogs with responsible owners, my aim is to give these animals a loving home. I believe all dogs, regardless of breed, should be judged based on their individual behaviour and temperament, not unfairly discriminated against.

Timeline

13 Jan 2025 Petition opened for signatures
13 Jul 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 432
Status Closed
Department Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened 13 Jan 2025
Closed 13 Jul 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 4 Aug 2026.