American Bully XL owners have expressed their concern and dismay over Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's decision to ban the breed. The decision follows a series of fatal attacks, including the one that claimed the life of 52-year-old Ian Price. Sunak décrit ces chiens comme un “danger pour nos communautés, surtout pour nos enfants”. Associations such as Bully Watch and Protect Our Pets also see this breed as an “imminent threat to public health”.
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However, organizations such as the RSPCA and many dog owners argue that breed-based bans are not the solution. Charlotte Towner, owner of an American Bully XL named Coco, believes these dogs are not naturally more aggressive. For her, it is more a question of the responsibility of the owners than of the dog's innate behavior.
Jordan Shelley, another American Bully XL owner, suggests introducing licensing and training programs for all breeds. Pour lui, éduquer les propriétaires et réguler la possession pourrait être la clé pour prévenir les attaques. Serena Norton, who owns four American Bully XLs, agrees, emphasizing the importance of training the dog from a young age.
But not everyone shares this positive opinion on the race. Ira Moss of the All Dogs Matter association reports an increase in calls from owners overwhelmed by the size and strength of their American Bully XLs. For her, the time had come for the government to intervene, and she pleads for strict regulation of online advertising concerning this breed.