December 31, 2024|
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|11 months agoZurich Implements Controversial Rottweiler Ban Amid Legal Challenges
New restrictions on Rottweiler ownership face multiple appeals as Zurich canton introduces breed-specific legislation, sparking debate over pet regulation approach.
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- Zurich canton is implementing a Rottweiler ban starting January 1, 2025
- Currently about 350 Rottweilers are registered in Zurich canton
- Existing Rottweiler owners must apply for a license and their dogs must undergo character assessment
- American Bull Terriers, Pitbull Terriers and American Staffordshire Terriers have been banned in Zurich since 2010
By The Numbers
12,000+
Signatures on petition against the ban
350
Registered Rottweilers in Zurich canton
They Said
"Opponents say banning Rottweilers will not solve any problems"
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New Ban Implementation
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Legal Challenges and Opposition
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Impact on Current Owners
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