Central Government Bans Sale of Deadly Dog Breeds

Many animals, such as dogs, cows, and cats, have become beloved members of families, providing companionship and joy. However, certain breeds of dogs, originally bred for protection, can pose a threat to others. Some of these breeds are being imported and bred domestically, leading to incidents where they harm people. In response to this safety concern, the central government has made a significant decision regarding the handling of these dangerous breeds of dogs brought in for protection.

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The government has prohibited the sale of 23 breeds of pet dogs known for frequently attacking and harming people. These breeds are considered the most dangerous, and the government has instructed state governments and Union Territories to halt their breeding immediately. The Central Animal Husbandry Department has communicated this decision through letters. The government made this choice after reviewing a report from an expert committee and taking into account requests from citizens, civil organizations, and animal protection groups.

List of prohibited dogs :

These breeds include Pit Bull Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Staffordshire Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, American Bulldog, Boerboel, Kangal, Central Asian Shepherd Dog, Caucasian Shepherd Dog, South Russian Dog, Tornjak, Sarplaninac, Japanese Tosa, Akita, Mastiffs, Rottweiler, Terriers, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Wolf Dogs, Canary Dog, Akbash, Moscow Guard, Cane Corso, and Bandog. The government has taken this step based on recommendations from experts and requests from citizens, civil organizations, and animal protection groups. State governments and Union Territories have been instructed to stop breeding these breeds immediately.