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Earlier this month, United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed the country will implement a ban on American XL bully dogs.

News of the ban emerged after officials confirmed this dog breed contributed to a considerable amount of attacks on humans and even other dogs. However, many Brits strongly oppose Sunak's decision.

UK citizens who took issue with the prime minister's announcement protested in London, warning against the demonization of an entire breed. Others pointed out that attacks from American XL bullies remain more indicative of their individual upbringings or environments, rather than their innate breed.

Interestingly enough, various British experts also warned, in the wake of Sunak's announcement, that simply banning American XL bullies is not an easy or practical fix.

Amid pushback from UK XL bully owners and experts, Brits are now driving an increase in muzzles and training classes for their pets set to bear the impacts of this ban.

A necessary step for XL bully owners moving forward

With the news that XL bullies will not be permitted in Britain by the time next year arrives, many dog owners feel on edge.

Sales for bully muzzles and dog training classes centering on this breed have therefore skyrocketed since the UK prime minister announced the aforementioned ban.

Christine Middlemiss, the chief veterinary officer of the United Kingdom, already confirmed that for existing owners of American XL bullies, leashing, sterilizing, microchipping, and muzzling these animals will be mandatory.

Middlemiss also stated XL bully owners will need to register their pets with the government.

Various British businesses, such as The Muzzle Shop and TLC Dog Academy, say their products and services continue selling out and generating backlogs. Impacted dog owners also feel nervous about the futures of their pets that haven't been behind any attacks.

Stay tuned for more details

At this time, Britain has yet to reveal the step-by-step actions needed for residents to abide by updated regulations for XL bullies.

For instance, UK citizens still have not ascertained how to register their pets with the government. Likewise, Britain hasn't revealed the timeline of implementation for new guidelines concerning XL bullies.