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Anyone else just wish these xl bullies would disappear?

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Mayaamelia · 13/10/2024 17:34

I know I’m not the only one and don’t think I am being unreasonable tbh but didn’t know where else to post this.

In the past week or so there have been five serious attacks in the UK but what we have plastered all over the news is the police apologising to a deluded xl bully owner, when he’s the one who failed to do as he’s told.
What kind of message does that send?

The other day armed police were called to Stockport because of a dangerous dog and three people were injured. There’s only one little article about it in the Star. When did this ever used to happen in this country? It’s not normal.

I just don’t see why normal, decent people should have to live in fear of these scumbags and their dangerous dogs. Nothing is being done, how can something be banned if there are exemptions?
When the dogs do attack, the owners get months in prison which is the equivalent to a slap on the wrist.

It’s like being in possession of something worse than a loaded gun or a lion. Nobody’s allowed pepper spray though - you can get 4 years in prison just for carrying it apparently.
If they at least increased the jail time maybe that would deter people from owning these dangerous dogs.

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EasternStandard · 13/10/2024 18:41

TheLightSideOfTheMoon · 13/10/2024 18:26

We have a dog problem in this country.

We take the piss out of the US with their ‘right to bear arms’ but were no better with our destructive dogs.

They kill children FFS.

I agree and there have been reports in last few weeks that barely get a mention anymore

YourLimeLurker · 13/10/2024 18:38

TheLightSideOfTheMoon · 13/10/2024 18:26

We have a dog problem in this country.

We take the piss out of the US with their ‘right to bear arms’ but were no better with our destructive dogs.

They kill children FFS.

They have killed children but on a population scale the issue is nowhere near comparable to US gun laws.

TheLightSideOfTheMoon · 13/10/2024 18:26

We have a dog problem in this country.

We take the piss out of the US with their ‘right to bear arms’ but were no better with our destructive dogs.

They kill children FFS.

Pussycat22 · 13/10/2024 18:18

It's usually low intelligence, unambitious, low life numpties that need them to boost their image.

Bluevelvetsofa · 13/10/2024 18:16

I accept that, for some people, dogs are what makes their life. Whatever makes you happy. But I do want dog owners to be responsible and to be cognisant of others.

We live in a place with plenty of dog walking opportunities. I want them to be on leads, as per the requirements and I want their owners to pick up and dispose of their poo in the dog bins provided. I want them to be on leads on the promenade and to not be on the beach when it’s not permitted.

Ignoring the local rules signals that you’ll do as you choose, even if it inconveniences others and that’s before you consider large and dangerous dogs, of the types mentioned.

FionnulaTheCooler · 13/10/2024 17:55

horseHorseHorse · 13/10/2024 17:42

Had one go after my pony a few weeks ago. He's usually rock solid with dogs but it was snapping at his legs. He gave it a bit of a kick and the owner started giving out at me! I usually love dogs but there... No.

Was it not muzzled? I thought they had to be muzzled in public places. Some owners really are beyond stupid, if your dog harasses a horse of course its going to get a kick.

Mayaamelia · 13/10/2024 17:54

Yeah I’ve always been wary of dogs, I was more scared of Staffies than Rottweilers though!

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Machiavellian · 13/10/2024 17:52

All pets are an ethical minefield. I don't think they should be allowed full stop.

ButterAsADip · 13/10/2024 17:50

Yup! There is zero point in them. Repulsive.

UmbrellaEllaEllaElla · 13/10/2024 17:48

Imo it really is the owners/breeders.

A lot of people breed and sell these dogs with no thought about who they're going to, or the training required. And a lot of people buy them for their look and reputation. I feel terrible that the dogs are treated this way. It's completely wrong.

YourLimeLurker · 13/10/2024 17:48

I can’t stand dogs of any kind, terrified of them, I cross the road rather than walk past one.
I’m far more scared of a Doberman or a Rottweiler than an XL bully (which if I’m honest I wouldn’t recognise)
I don’t want them to disappear though, I’d rather they were all on leads and not in shops but I recognise that it is my problem and that a lot of people feel the same way about my cat.

Edit to add: not that I take my cat shopping but you get the general point

horseHorseHorse · 13/10/2024 17:47

He did- I'm normally pretty unshakable but it really frightened me!

Mayaamelia · 13/10/2024 17:46

Oh no that’s awful, you get so many owners blaming the victim

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horseHorseHorse · 13/10/2024 17:42

Had one go after my pony a few weeks ago. He's usually rock solid with dogs but it was snapping at his legs. He gave it a bit of a kick and the owner started giving out at me! I usually love dogs but there... No.

Hungrycaterpillarsmummy · 13/10/2024 17:39

It's numerous, weekly every week. Horrific.

Yanbu I totally agree they need to go.
You'll get a bunch of "it's bad owners, not bad dogs" but that's a load of bullshit in regards to these dogs. There is absolutely no need to have such powerful dogs and why would you take the risk anyway? There's a few in my town and I have been so glad I didn't have my kids with me when I've seen them

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