Zurich 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.

Key Takeaways

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

Attacks

They Said

"The ban will go into effect on Wednesday in any case."
— Zurich Administrative Court

"Banning Rottweilers will not solve any problems."
— Opponents of the ban

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Sources & References

Appeals filed against new Rottweiler ban in Zurich

SWI swissinfo.ch

Key Takeaways

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

Attacks

They Said

"The ban will go into effect on Wednesday in any case."
— Zurich Administrative Court

"Banning Rottweilers will not solve any problems."
— Opponents of the ban

Filed Under

law animal rights local government public safety

Filed Under

law animal rights local government public safety

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