XL Bully exemptions: application process closing in Mid and East Antrim at end of December

In July, XL Bully type dogs were added to a list of restricted breeds. After December 31, it will be illegal to own an XL Bully without an exemption certificate, which costs £92.40.

More information and applications can be found at https://www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk/XLBully

The council has advised that to apply for an Exemption Certificate for your XL Bully dog, you must:

- Be the registered owner;

- Have a valid dog licence;

- Be 16 years or older;

- Keep the dog at the same address as the certificate holder;

- Get your dog microchipped by the time it is 8 weeks old;

- Have your dog neutered by the time it is 18 months old;

- Get third party public liability insurance for your dog;

- Pay the application fee of £92.40.