Dog Breeds Banned Around The World

The first name that comes to mind is that of the American Akita. It does not gel well with others. It is especially true for other dogs. They are not hospitable to them – even more so when they are of the same gender.

They also regard the smaller pets as prey. If you are trying to get a new dog to integrate into your home when you already have an Akita, it is better that you do not do so as they would treat them as suspicious entities just as they would do with the other dogs.

However, if you can train them, they may become amenable to sharing their homes with other dogs. Still, experts recommend that you do not do so. If you want to get a couple of American Akita dogs, it is better to get a girl and a boy.

These dogs are banned in Malaysia, Singapore, and some states of the USA (United States of America). There are also restrictions regarding them in Bermuda.

Most Dangerous and Banned Dog Breeds in the World

1 American Bulldogs

The American Bulldogs are an active species. They are full of energy. Hence, they need exercise and a lot of it at that!

The most helpful exercise would be long walks every day. But they also need a playmate every day and daily romps. It is always better to start with puppies if you are serious about getting these dogs.

That way, you can slowly build up a routine that they enjoy. They have big muscles, and this is why they can jump amazingly high. They are escape artists.

If your fence has even the slightest gap, it could prove to be good enough for them. Since they have a terrier heritage, they tend to be diggers.

The American bulldog puppies can be destructive and rowdy if you leave them alone for long periods. Apart from some states of the USA, they are restricted and banned in Denmark, Malaysia, St Kitts and Nevis, and Singapore. There is also an import ban on them in Bermuda.   

2 American Pit Bull Terriers         

The American pit bull terriers are a part of the old-style terriers and bulldogs traced in the 19th century in the USA and the UK (United Kingdom). They are banned in the following countries apart from some states in the USA:

• Colombia
• Denmark
• Hong Kong
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• Singapore
• UK

You cannot import them to the following locations:

• Australia
• Bermuda
• Cyprus
• Germany
• Puerto Rico
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Lucia
• Thailand
• UAE (United Arab Emirates)

Apart from that, in Canada, they are banned totally in Ontario and Manitoba. In Israel, you need a license to own them.    

3 American Staffordshire terrier

For many people, the American Staffordshire terriers mean only one thing – pit bulls. There is plenty of negative propaganda associated with these dogs at all levels. These dogs are banned outright in the following locations:

• Denmark
• Malaysia
• Puerto Rico
• Qatar
• Singapore
• Thailand
• UAE

You cannot import them from the following countries:

• Bermuda
• Colombia
• Germany
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Lucia

You need a license to have these dogs in Hong Kong and Israel. In Canada, they are banned outright in Ontario and Manitoba.

4 Boerboel

It is a dog breed that originates in Africa. It is restricted and banned in Denmark, Singapore, and Qatar. You cannot import them to Bermuda.  

5 Cane Corso 

Cane Corso is the Italian mastiff. It is a muscular dog breed with big bones. They are more athletic compared to the English mastiff. A lot lighter than the Neapolitan mastiff their cousins.

However, they are still intimidating, considering how imposing they are. These dogs are the “Mike Tyson” of the dog world. These dogs are banned in some states of the USA apart from Bermuda. 

6 Dogo Argentino

Dogo Argentino is also known as an Argentine mastiff. They are not as common as the large breed dogs used for guarding. However, they are loyal, loving, and fearless. It is the reason why they are such good dogs for families.

It is unfortunate that even though it has traits like hunting abilities and athleticism that have endeared them to dogfighters. They have come to be known as aggressive dogs. They are banned outright in the following countries:

• Australia
• Cyprus
• Denmark
• Hong Kong
• Iceland
• Israel
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• Norway
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Lucia
• Singapore
• UAE
• UK
• Ukraine

Apart from these, you cannot import them to Bermuda.

7 Fila Brasileiro 

Also known as Brazilian mastiffs, these dogs are banned outright in the following countries:

• Australia
• Cyprus
• Denmark
• Hong Kong
• Israel
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Lucia
• Singapore
• UAE
• UK

Apart from that, you cannot import them to Bermuda.

8 Japanese Tosa 

Japanese Tosa is also known as Tosa Inu. Experts believe they are not the right dog breed for the infirm and elderly. They are also not recommended in houses where you already have dogs or in small apartments.

They are regulated in Trinidad and Tobago, and Ireland. The Dublin City Council has banned such dogs from every council property. You cannot also import them from Bermuda. Apart from that, they are restricted to the following countries:

• Australia
• Cyprus
• Denmark
• Hong Kong
• Israel
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Lucia
• Singapore
• UAE
• UK

9 Neapolitan mastiff

The Neapolitan mastiffs are highly protective of their families, inclusive of the children. Still, experts say they are not the right option to have as pets for families. They may knock over small children and hurt the older ones without meaning to do so.

They are also not exactly the most welcoming towards the children that visit the households that they are in. These dogs are banned straight away in Malaysia, Qatar, and Singapore. You cannot import them to Bermuda if you do not have the necessary license to do so.