List of Top 11 Dog Breeds Banned in India

List of Top 11 Dog Breeds Banned in India: Dogs have been called human best friends. But the recent cases of dog bites reported all over the world have left dog lovers and authorities disconcerted. The city municipal corporation of Ghaziabad has announced the ban on the domestication of three dog breeds, Pitbull, Rottweiler, and Dogo Argentino. In this article, we will take a look at the List of Top 11 Dog Breeds Banned in India, and try to learn some of their interesting facts.

Let’s delve right in.

List of Top 11 Dog Breeds Banned in India

Dog Breed Banned in India
American Bulldog	The American bulldog is a large, muscular breed of mastiff-type dog.
Bandog	Historically been a guard dog
Neapolitan Mastiff	Italian breed of mastiff type
Wolf dog	Produced by the mating of domestic dogs and gray wolf
Boerboel	South African breed of mastiff type
Presa canario	Spanish breed of mastiff type
Fila brasileiro	Guard dog and brazilian breed
Tosa inu	Japanese origin fighting dog
Pitbull	Medium size dog and ancestral came from England
Cane corso	Italian breed of mastiff type

The 11 dog breeds that have been banned are: American Bulldog, American Pit bull terriers, Dogo Argentino, Rottweiller, Boerboel, Presa Canario, Neapolitian Mastiff, Wolfdog, Cane Corso, Bandog and Fila Brasileiro. All these are categorised as “dangerous foreign breeds”.

American Bulldog

• The American bulldog is a large, muscular breed of mastiff-type dog.
• Their ancestors were brought to the British North American colonies where they worked on small farms and ranches.
• Despite their pleasant & friendly demeanor, the dog is considered ferocious.
• The American Bulldog is a stocky, well-built, strong-looking dog
• The shoulders and chest tend to be the most muscular parts of the American Bulldog.
• Its coat is short and generally smooth, requiring little maintenance except a bath every few weeks.

Bandog

• Many older English sources refer to mastiffs as bandogs. Bandog is a cross between American Pit Bull Terrier or American Bulldog and a Neapolitan Mastiff or a Mastiff.
• historically been guard dogs, protecting homes and property, although throughout history they have been used as hunting dogs, war dogs and for blood sports, such as fighting each other and other animals.
• But we cannot forget that they are fierce and cannot be domesticated in the cities where parent breeds are restricted or banned
• usually these dogs were coarse-haired hunters, fighters and property protectors
• Some of these breeds have become mainstream guardian breeds, while others have remained relatively rare
• it is considered to be the ultimate guard dog

Neapolitan Mastiff

• The Neapolitan Mastiff or Mastino Napoletano is an Italian breed of large dog of mastiff type.
• It descends from the traditional guard dogs of central Italy.
• A Neapolitan Mastiff may be expected to live for up to 10 years.
• one has to pass a psychological evaluation to keep Neapolitan mastiffs as their pet in Romania. The aggressive tend to be dangerous once fully grown and are advised not to be kept with children.
• The Neapolitan Mastiff is large and powerful, with a weight in the range 50–70 kg
• It is of a height at the withers of 60–75 cm
• The length of the body is about 15% greater than the height

Wolf dog

• A wolfdog is a canine produced by the mating of a domestic dog (Canis familiaris) with a gray wolf (Canis lupus), eastern wolf (Canis lycaon), red wolf (Canis rufus), or Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis) to produce a hybrid.
• These giants are tough to manage as they cannot cope with their needs & unpredictable behavior.
• Wolfdogs tend to have somewhat smaller heads than pure wolves, with larger, pointier ears that lack the dense fur commonly seen in those of wolves.
• Fur markings also tend to be very distinctive and not well blended.
• Black-colored wolf dogs tend to retain black pigment longer as they age, compared to black wolves

Boerboel

• The Boerboel is a South African breed of large dog of mastiff type, used as a family guard dog. No doubt that the dominant pups are excellent watchdogs, but can turn dangerous if not trained properly.
• It is large, with a short coat, strong bone structure and well-developed muscles.
• The coat is short and sleek with dense hair coverage.
• The recognised colours are brindle, fawn, and brown; it may or may not have a black mask

Presa Canario

• The Presa Canario is a Spanish breed of large mastiff or catch dog type.
• It originates in the autonomous region of the Canary Islands, and is found mostly in the islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife. 
• It was formerly known as the Dogo Canario.
• It was traditionally used as a guard dog, as a herding dog for both sheep and cattle, and for dog-fighting, which was legal in Spain until 1936 and may have continued clandestinely thereafter.
• The head is broad, massive, square, and powerful brachycephalic shape.
• If cropped, the ears stand erect.
• The upper lip is pendulous, although not excessively.

Fila Brasileiro

• The Presa Canario is a Spanish breed of large mastiff or catch dog type.
• It originates in the autonomous region of the Canary Islands, and is found mostly in the islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife. 
• It was formerly known as the Dogo Canario.
• It was traditionally used as a guard dog, as a herding dog for both sheep and cattle, and for dog-fighting, which was legal in Spain until 1936 and may have continued clandestinely thereafter.
• The head is broad, massive, square, and powerful brachycephalic shape.
• If cropped, the ears stand erect.
• The upper lip is pendulous, although not excessively.

Tosa Inu

• The Tosa Inu is a breed of dog of Japanese origin that is considered rare. It was originally bred in Tosa, Shikoku, as a fighting dog and is the only breed still used in Japanese dog fighting
• The Japanese breed generally weighs between 36 and 61 kilograms (80 and 135 lb)
• non-Japanese breeders have focused on dogs that weigh from 60 to 90 kg (130 to 200 lb) and stand 62 to 82 cm (24 to 32 in) at the withers.
• The coat is characterized by its short and smooth appearance and is often red, brindle, or fawn, but occasionally it can be a dull black.

Pitbull

• The American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog breed not the American Kennel Club. It is a medium-sized, short-haired dog, of a solid build, whose early ancestors came from England.
• the Pit Bull is described to be medium-sized and has a short coat and smooth well-defined muscle structure,
• its eyes are to be round to almond-shaped, and its ears are to be small to medium in length, typically half prick or rose in carriage.
• The tail is prescribed to be slightly thick and tapering to a point

Cane Corso

• The Cane Corso is an Italian breed of mastiff. It is usually kept as a companion dog or guard dog;
• It may also be used to protect livestock. In the past it was used for hunting large game, and also to herd cattle
• The head is large, slightly over one third of the height at the withers in length, with a well-defined stop.
• The top of the cranium is flat and slightly convergent to the muzzle. The eyes are oval in shape, and set well apart. The iris of the eye should be as dark as possible.

Dogo Argentino

• The Dogo Argentino is an Argentine breed of large mastiff type. It was bred in the early twentieth century in Córdoba in central Argentina, primarily for hunting large game such as peccaries, wild boar and pumas
• The coat is short and always white. A single black or dark-coloured spot on the head is tolerated as long as it is no larger than one tenth of the size of the head.
• The muzzle is of about the same length as the skull

Conclusion

In law, breed-specific legislation (BSL) is a type of law that prohibits or restricts particular breeds or types of dog. Such laws range from outright bans on the possession of these dogs, to restrictions and conditions on ownership, and often establishes a legal presumption that such dogs are dangerous or vicious to prevent dog attacks. Some jurisdictions have enacted breed-specific legislation in response to a number of fatalities or maulings involving pit bull–type dogs or other dog breeds commonly used in dog fighting, and some government organizations have taken administrative action as well. There are approx 11 breeds in India which are banned. These dogs are dangerous and are banned.

FAQs on List of Top 11 Dog Breeds banned in India

Which dog breed are banned in India?

8 dog breeds that are banned in India are namely: Pitbull, Rottweiler, and Dogo Argentino.

Which dog is not available in India?

Dogo Argentino

Can I own a pitbull in India?

No, According to reports, around 45% of reported dog bite cases are done by Pitbulls.

Are wolf dogs legal in India?

Wolves are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and it is prohibited under the law to keep any wild animal as pet

Which dog is best for home?

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