Restricted Breeds

Restricted breed dogs are defined as dogs that fit the Victorian “Approved Standard” for

• American Pit Bull Terrier (or Pit Bull Terrier)
• Perro de Presa Canario (or Presa Canario)
• Dogo Argentino
• Japanese Tosa
• Fila Brasileiro

Restricted breed dogs have not attacked a person or animal or displayed signs of aggression, but they are considered a higher risk to community safety than other breeds of dogs

Owners of restricted breed dogs and declared dangerous must comply with a range of requirements, relating to housing, microchipping, desexing, and identifying their dogs. Restricted breed dogs must also be muzzled and leashed when being exercised off the property

For more information, please see https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/livestock-and-animals/animal-welfare-victoria/dogs/restricted-breed-dogs/owning-a-restricted-breed-dog