Pitbull, Akita and more: India bans 23 dangerous dog breeds for public safety
By Vivek Dubey
By Vivek Dubey
CNBC-TV18.com
CNBC-TV18.com
Published Mar 14, 2024
Published Mar 14, 2024
In a move to ensure public safety, the government has recommended a ban on 23 dog breeds considered dangerous. Here’s the full list:
Pitbull Terrier
Pitbull Terrier
Known for their strength and loyalty, but can be aggressive if not properly trained.
Tosa Inu
Tosa Inu
A rare Japanese breed, powerful and alert, requires experienced handling.
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Strong and muscular, can be stubborn and needs early socialisation.
Fila Brasileiro
Fila Brasileiro
A large working breed from Brazil, known for its tracking ability, but can be protective.
Dogo Argentino
Dogo Argentino
A large, white, muscular dog breed from Argentina, bred for hunting, can be assertive.
American Bulldog
American Bulldog
Powerful and athletic, can be determined and needs firm training.
Boerboel
Boerboel
A large, mastiff breed from South Africa, protective and territorial, requires early socialisation.
Kangal Shepherd
Dog
Kangal Shepherd
Dog
A Turkish breed, known for its strength and protective instincts, needs experienced handling.
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Ancient breed known for its protective instincts, requires firm training.
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Extremely protective, this breed from the Caucasus Mountains requires experienced handling.
South Russian Shepherd Dog
South Russian Shepherd Dog
A large, long-haired breed, known for its independence and protective nature.
Tornjak, Sarplaninac
Tornjak, Sarplaninac
Both are Balkan breeds, known for their protective instincts and require experienced handling.
Japanese Tosa & Akita
Japanese Tosa & Akita
Tosa and Akita: Both Japanese breeds, known for their strength and loyalty, but can be aggressive.
Mastiffs
Mastiffs
A large and powerful breed, known for its protective instincts, requires early socialisation.
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
Known for its strength and guarding instincts, can be assertive and needs firm training.
Terriers
Terriers
A diverse group, some breeds can be stubborn and feisty, requiring early socialisation.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Originally bred for lion hunting, this breed can be independent and strong-willed.
Wolf Dogs
Wolf Dogs
Hybrid breed with wild instincts, can be unpredictable and requires experienced handling.
Canario
Canario
Also known as Presa Canario, this Spanish breed is powerful and can be assertive.
Akbash
Akbash
A Turkish breed, known for its protective instincts and requires experienced handling.
Moscow Guard
Moscow Guard
A large breed developed for guarding, can be protective and requires firm training.
Cane Corso
Cane Corso
An Italian breed, known for its strength and protective instincts, requires early socialisation.
Bandog
Bandog
A type of mixed breed, usually strong and protective, requires experienced handling.
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