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What dogs are banned in South Australia?
Under the Commonwealth customs legislation there is a ban on the importation of several specific breeds of dogs; Japanese Tosa, fila Brasiliero, dogo Argentino, perrode presa Canario, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Importantly, this is a ban on importation and not a prohibition on ownership.
What dogs are restricted in Australia?
Australia has a ban on aggressive dog breeds that were specifically bred for fighting. Importing these breeds to Australia is not permitted by law….Prohibited dog breeds
- Pit Bull Terrier breeds, including American Pit Bull Terrier.
- Dogo Argentino.
- Fila Brasileiro.
- Japanese Tosa.
- Perro de Presa Canario or Presa Canario.
Are pit bull terriers banned in Australia?
Pit bull terriers have been banned from importation into Australia for over 15 years but there are some living in Australia from before the ban. There are also many cross-breed dogs that look similar to pit bull terriers.
Why are Huskies a restricted breed?
We’re looking for an affordable apartment atm and if we can find a place that allows dogs larger than 75-80lbs, they often restrict huskies because they’re considered an “aggressive breed”. They get logged away with pibbles, GSDs and so on.
Are Staffies legal in Australia?
American Staffordshire Terriers are not restricted breed dogs in Victoria. To provide evidence that a dog is an American Staffordshire Terrier, the owner must provide one of the following certificates: a certificate signed by a vet. a pedigree certificate from a member body of the Australian National Kennel Council.
What dog breeds are banned in Australia?
Dog breeds that are banned in Australia are: Pit Bull Terrier breeds, including American Pit Bull Terrier Dogo Argentino Fila Brasileiro Japanese Tosa Perro de Presa Canario or Presa Canario
Are pitbull terriers legal in Australia?
Of these, the Pit Bull Terrier and the Perro de Presa Canario are the only breeds currently known to exist in Australia. The regulations also provide for a restricted breed dog to include any dog of a mixed breed that visibly contains any of the above prohibited breeds.
Can you breed Dogo Argentino dogs in Australia?
Whilst restricted breed dogs such as dogo Argentino, fila Brasileiro, Japanese tosa, Presa Canario and American pit bull are already banned by the Federal Government from importation into Australia, the State law bans the breeding of these dogs – both pure bred and mixed-breed (which visibly contain one of the restricted breed ‘traits’).
Is it legal to own an aggressive dog in Australia?
Australia has a ban on aggressive dog breeds that were specifically bred for fighting. Importing these breeds to Australia is not permitted by law. This ban is in place to safeguard the public and other animals.