UK Dog Bans Explained | Aberdeen News

Aberdeen News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

UK dog laws are tightening fast—five breeds are officially banned, including the XL Bully (only in England and Wales), and it’s illegal to sell, breed, or abandon any of them. Authorities can seize your dog without warning—even if it’s never caused trouble—and a dog expert will decide its fate. You can’t visit your pet during court proceedings, and giving up ownership isn’t forced—but if you do, the dog might be euthanized without a hearing. Exemptions exist if your dog has a valid certificate and hasn’t shown aggression. Starting November 1, 2026, leaving kids under 12 alone with banned-type…