The Dangerous Dogs Act

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A man recalls a disturbing incident where a dog attacked someone. He mentions the Dangerous Dogs Act from 1991 and the four breeds that were banned. He expresses the difficulty of enforcing the ban and the emotional toll it takes. He discusses the recent increase in attacks and the added concern when children are involved. The author acknowledges the need for the ban but questions how it will be implemented and what owners of these dogs should do.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says his government will ban a type of dog called the American Bully XL — a relative of the pit bull. Political editor Tom McTague and writer Bronwen Dickey explain the complex politics and charged history of an iconic dog.

This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Miles Bryan, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Noel King.

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