Full Breakdown
XL Bully Attack Leaves Former Big Brother Star Hospitalized
6/29/2026, 10:31:55 PM
The Attack and Immediate Aftermath
On 29 June 2024, former Big Brother star Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, 47, was rushed to hospital after an XL Bully dog bit her shoulder, exposing bone. She posted Instagram photos of the wound, calling the incident “absolute agony” and noting she was “scarred for life.” Horgan-Wallace said the bite occurred while she was posing with the dog and was relieved no child was injured.
Legislative Background on XL Bully Dogs
UK law now restricts XL Bully dogs. In December 2023 Parliament passed legislation banning breeding, selling and abandoning the breed in England and Wales. Owning an unregistered XL Bully became illegal in February 2024. Scotland adopted similar rules in February 2024, and Northern Ireland required muzzling and leashing from July 2024. Existing owners must obtain exemption certificates that mandate neutering, micro-chipping and muzzle use.
Breed-Related Statistics
Data compiled by the Streamline Feed report indicate that between 2021 and 2023 the XL Bully was involved in roughly 50 percent of all fatal dog attacks in the United Kingdom, despite representing a minute proportion of the national canine population. The breed’s muscular build and powerful bite are cited as key factors in its capacity to inflict severe injuries.
Official Response & Legal Framework
The Dangerous Dogs Act was amended to embed the 2023-2024 XL Bully restrictions. Enforcement agencies must check exemption-certificate compliance and can prosecute owners who breach muzzle, lead or registration rules. No Home Office or police comment has been released.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Media accounts differ on the ban’s timing: some cite a 2023 ban, others a 2024 ban. All agree the December 2023 law introduced restrictions and February 2024 began criminal liability for unregistered owners. No official details on the dog’s exemption status or investigation outcome have been released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I've been bitten by an XL Bully!!!!! You can see my f bone thank god fro my girl.” — Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, Instagram post
- “The few mins before he bit me... everyone knows I'm a dog mummy. I love dogs. This dog loved me... then in a split second for no reason he didn't.” — Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, Instagram story
- “Thankful it wasn’t my neck or face… Sad I’m scarred for life. Glad it wasn’t a child and it was me… So conflicted,” — Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, Instagram caption
- “Dogs are pack animals they need you to be their leader. It makes them feel safe to know you are in control. If you let them do mad behaviour they will eventually execute that,” — Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, Instagram post
What’s Next
Authorities will review the dog’s ownership records to verify exemption-certificate compliance. The case is likely to be cited in ongoing public debates about the effectiveness of breed-specific legislation and the enforcement of the Dangerous Dogs Act. Horgan-Wallace has indicated she will continue to use her platform to warn owners about the responsibilities of handling large, powerful breeds.
