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Publication - Advice and guidance

XL Bully dogs in Scotland

Last updated
1 February 2025 - see all updates
Topic
Law and order, Public safety and emergencies

Rules you must follow if you own an XL Bully dog.

Supporting documents

Vet confirmation of neutering form
File type
Word document
File size
149.6 kB
First published
6 February 2024
Last updated
1 February 2025 - show all updates

  1. Updated to reflect neutering deadlines.

  2. Update to microchipping information.

  3. Compensation claim deadline was 30 September 2024.

  4. Exemptions closed - application deadline was 31 July 2024.

  5. Postal exemption applications closed on 15 July 2024. Online still available.

  6. Confirmation of neutering form updated.

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

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

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

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

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