London, UK – James McNally, renowned as ‘The Dog Bite Solicitor’ and a prominent figure in the realm of dog-related legal matters, has voiced his skepticism regarding the effectiveness of banning XL Bully dogs in curbing dog attacks. McNally’s stance is rooted in his extensive experience, during which he has represented clients injured in dog-related incidents. He asserts that the challenges posed by dangerous dogs in Britain extend far beyond a single breed.
McNally highlights that the majority of his clients have sustained injuries from dogs that are not subject to legal restrictions, including Japanese Akitas, Malamute Huskies, Jack Russell Terriers, Greyhounds, and Border Collies. He argues against expanding the list of banned breeds, contending that such measures are “the last thing we need.”
The solicitor dismisses Home Secretary Suella Braverman’s efforts to outlaw XL Bullies, emphasizing that the core issue runs deeper than targeting specific breeds. McNally stated, “For the last 30 years, lawmakers have grappled with poorly thought-through legislation. Adding more breeds to the ban list won’t put an end to dog attacks.”
He further elaborates that while breed bans may make headlines, they are unlikely to resolve the root problems. McNally anticipates that if XL Bully dogs are banned, alternative breeds will be selectively bred to circumvent the ban, perpetuating the issue.
McNally’s perspective underscores the complexities of addressing dog-related incidents and advocates for a comprehensive approach that goes beyond breed-specific bans.
