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Oct 2023
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264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds o...

Thomas Wilkinson
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The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today!



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Vocabulary

  • Ban (noun) - A formal prohibition or restriction.
  • Breed (noun) - A group of animals or plants with common characteristics, often created through selective breeding.
  • Cull (verb) - To selectively remove or eliminate animals from a population.
  • Temperament (noun) - A person or animal's natural disposition or character.
  • Imposing (adjective) - Having an impressive or commanding presence.
  • Amnesty (noun) - An official pardon or forgiveness that allows individuals or groups to be exempt from penalties or legal consequences for past actions or offenses.
  • Characteristics (noun) - Distinctive qualities, traits, or features that define or distinguish something or someone from others.
  • Socialization (noun) - The process of learning and adapting to social norms and interactions.
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