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UK Woman Bitten by XL Bully Calls for Owner Vigilance

6/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

She was bitten by her XL Bully in the United Kingdom, exposing bone and needing emergency care.
She posted on Instagram thanking no child was harmed and saying she will bear a scar.
She urged owners to provide firm leadership, avoid heat, and keep large dogs muzzled and leashed.
The XL Bully breed is banned for breeding, sale and unregistered ownership in England, Wales, Scotland and muzzled in Northern Ireland.

History

Historical Context

After eleven high-profile dog attacks in 1991, Home Secretary Kenneth Baker introduced the Dangerous Dogs Act, banning four breeds and creating a criminal offence for any dog out of control. The law was amended in 1997, and in December 2023 the XL Bully was added, prompting RSPCA and Prime Minister John Major’s call for stricter control of such status dogs.

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Story summary

She was bitten by her XL Bully in the United Kingdom, exposing bone and needing emergency care.
She posted on Instagram thanking no child was harmed and saying she will bear a scar.
She urged owners to provide firm leadership, avoid heat, and keep large dogs muzzled and leashed.
The XL Bully breed is banned for breeding, sale and unregistered ownership in England, Wales, Scotland and muzzled in Northern Ireland.

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