Canine Maverick pick
Baskerville Ultra Basket Muzzle
A basket-style option to compare when a dog needs room to pant, drink and receive rewards.
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The current UK position
In briefAcross the UK, possessing an XL Bully without a valid exemption is an offence. Exempt dogs must be kept securely and be muzzled and led in public. Ordinary application windows are closed. Northern Ireland additionally requires an annual dog licence.
Third-party liability insurance stopped being an exemption condition on 1 July 2026. From 1 November 2026, a child under 12 must not be left in close contact with an exempt dog in a private place without adult supervision. Always confirm your position on the linked government page.
Legal content last checked against official sources: 29 July 2026. General information, not legal advice.
Territory updates
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Current owner guide
England & Wales
Exemption conditions, public handling and the 2026 changes.
Open the guide →Current owner guideWales
A Welsh owner-first summary with local-contact guidance.
Open the guide →Current owner guideScotland
Scottish exemption duties, penalties and current conditions.
Open the guide →Current owner guideNorthern Ireland
Council administration, annual dog licence and exemption duties.
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Canine Maverick guide
Compare the UK rules
Compare current XL Bully rules in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, including the important July and November 2026 changes.
Read now →Canine Maverick guideIs my dog an XL Bully type?
How the official XL Bully conformation standard is applied, what height means, why paperwork is not decisive and when to seek qualified advice.
Read now →Canine Maverick guidePositive muzzle training
A progressive, reward-based basket-muzzle training plan for XL Bullies and other powerful dogs, with fit checks and troubleshooting.
Read now →Canine Maverick guideTraining and enrichment
A humane daily training and enrichment framework for XL Bullies, including lead handling, visitors, rest, cooperative care and reactivity.
Read now →Canine Maverick guideTravel and temporary care
How to plan lawful, lower-risk travel and temporary care for an exempt XL Bully, including address limits, transport, boarding and emergency arrangements.
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XL Bully equipment to compare
Canine Maverick pick
HALTI Double-Ended Training Lead
Two attachment points can support carefully planned handling setups when used with suitable, well-fitted equipment.
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KONG Classic Dog Toy
A durable, stuffable enrichment toy that can support supervised chewing, food searches and calmer routines.
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