Deadline day approaching for neutering XL Bullies

The end of June marks the deadline for ensuring all exempted XL Bully dogs have been neutered.

Owners of registered XL Bully dogs that were aged 12 months or older on 31 January 2024 must have their dogs neutered by the last day of June this year in order for the Certificate of Exemption to remain valid.

If owners do not submit the Confirmation of Neutering form to DEFRA by July 26, the dog will no longer be exempt.

Strict controls have been put in place for existing XL Bullies.  They must be registered, microchipped, neutered and kept muzzled and on a lead in public and have third party insurance with The Dogs Trust.

These measures have been put in place to enhance public safety while making sure that the existing population of XL Bullies reduces over time.

Anyone found in possession of these dangerous dogs and not meeting the strict rules could have their dog seized and face prosecution and a criminal record.

For XL Bully dogs already neutered, a vet must complete and submit a Confirmation of Neutering form with the owner.

Neutering guidelines: 

• If your dog was less than one year old on 31 January 2024, it must be neutered and evidence received by 31 December 2024 
• If your dog was more than one year old on 31 January 2024, it must be neutered and evidence received by 30 June 2024 
• If your dog is already neutered, a vet must confirm this by: 

31 December 2024 for dogs less than one year old on 31 January 2024 

30 June 2024 for dogs more than one year old on 31 January 2024