Limerick dog shelter sees spike in surrendered dogs as XL bully ban comes into effect

Since July, restricted breeds have accounted for 55% of dogs surrendered to shelter

From Tuesday, it is illegal to import, breed, sell and rehome XL bully dogs — the first time a specific dog breed will be banned in Ireland. A full ownership ban comes into effect on February 1.

An animal rescue shelter in Limerick has seen a surge in the number of dogs being surrendered in advance of the countrywide ban on XL bullys.

From Tuesday, it is illegal to import, breed, sell and rehome XL bully dogs — the first time a specific dog breed will be banned in Ireland. A full ownership ban comes into effect on February 1.