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Publication - Advice and guidance

XL Bully dogs in Scotland

Last updated
1 April 2024 - see all updates
Part of
Law and order, Public safety and emergencies

Rules you must follow if you own an XL Bully dog. Includes information on how to apply for an exemption certificate for your XL Bully.

Supporting documents

XL bully dog: exemption form
File type
Word document
File size
64.9 kB
Owners: XL bully dog compensation claim form (£200)
File type
Word document
File size
176.5 kB
Owners: XL bully dog compensation claim form by charity service (£100)
File type
Word document
File size
181.1 kB
Rescue and rehoming orgs: XL bully dog compensation claim form
File type
Word document
File size
178.4 kB
Vet confirmation of neutering
File type
Word document
File size
147.4 kB
First published
6 February 2024
Last updated
1 April 2024 - show all updates

  1. New pages added on exemption application process and rules. Related forms also added.

  2. Link added to gov.scot conformation standard information.

  3. Updated with details of cost and information that exemption scheme is in development.

  4. Updated to reflect that the law has come into force.

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