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New Delhi: Cases of pet dog attacks have increased in the country in the last few months. The Central Government has written a letter to the states to stop the increasing incidents of pet dog attacks and deaths due to it. The Center has asked states to ban the import, breeding and sale of aggressive dog breeds such as Rottweiler, Pitbull, Terrier, Wolf and Mastiff.
Told to avoid issuing license or permit
According to the information received, the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department has sent a letter to all the states, urging local bodies to refrain from issuing licenses or permits for the sale and breeding of these dogs. The need for sterilization of dogs of these breeds has also been emphasized. The decision comes after a committee of experts and animal welfare bodies submitted a report in response to a Delhi High Court order. The government’s decision is aimed at protecting human life and preventing further incidents of dog attacks.
Dogs of these breeds will also be banned
The department said that dogs of these breeds will be sterilized to prevent further breeding. Recognized breeds include the Pitbull Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Staffordshire Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, American Bulldog, Bosboel, Kangal, Central Asian Shepherd Dog, Caucasian Shepherd Dog, South Russian Shepherd Dog, Tornado. Pet dogs of the Sarplaninac, Japanese Tosa and Akita, Mastiffs, Rottweilers, Terriers, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Wolf Dogs, Canario, Akbash, Moscow Guard, Cane Corso and Bandog breeds are also said to be banned, an official release said. Is.
Preparation to stop dog attacks
The government’s decision is aimed at protecting human life and preventing further incidents of dog attacks. This is a step towards promoting responsible pet ownership and ensuring the welfare of both humans and animals. Local bodies are expected to issue necessary guidelines for implementation of the ban.
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