1 janvier 2025|
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|11 months agoZurich Implements Controversial Rottweiler Ban Despite Appeals
New restrictions on Rottweiler ownership take effect in Canton Zurich despite multiple legal challenges and 12,000-signature petition opposing the measure.

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- A ban on Rottweilers in Canton Zurich takes effect on January 1, 2025.
- Appeals against the ban do not have a suspensive effect.
- Two recent dog attacks involving children triggered the legislative change.
- Buying new Rottweilers in Canton Zurich is prohibited starting 2025.
- American Bull Terriers, Pitbull Terriers, and American Staffordshire Terriers have been banned in Zurich since 2010.
By The Numbers
12,000+
Signatures
350
Dogs
2
Attacks
They Said
"The ban will go into effect on Wednesday in any case."
"Banning Rottweilers will not solve any problems."