Ban on XL bully dogs to come into effect from October

The first stage will consist of a ban on breeding, rehoming, reselling and importing of an XL bully dog, while the second stage will be a full ban on owning the breed

Heather Humphreys wants to send a clear message that the XL bully is dangerous, causes serious harm, and a ban is now necessary to protect public safety. File photo

A ban on XL bully dogs is to come into effect from October, Rural Affairs Minister Heather Humphreys will confirm today.

The ban is to be implemented in two separate stages, with the first taking effect from October 1.