10 Countries Where Specific Dog Breeds Are Banned

Spain

In 2002, restrictions were introduced on the ownership of the following breeds:

• American Pit Bull Terrier
• American Staffordshire Terrier
• Dogo Argentino
• Rottweiler
• Akita Inu
• Fila Brasileiro (Brazilian Mastiff)
• Tosa Inu

To obtain a license to own these breeds, the owner must:

• Be of legal age
• Have no criminal record
• Be mentally and physically fit
• Have liability insurance with a minimum coverage of €120,000