The fortnight of uncertainty after animal was seized

Thursday, July 14: Hank is seized from his east Belfast home with Leonard Collins and Joanne Meadows by Belfast City Council officers accompanied by police. The council said it had received a call from a member of the public about the dog .

Friday, July 15: Leonard and Joanne set up a campaign to save Hank, starting with a Facebook page Save Hank which attracted thousands of likes within hours, and an online petition which received a similar response with support around the world.

Tuesday, July 19: Council announces an expert from England will determine whether or not Hank is a pit bull terrier type

Wednesday, July 27: Expert examines Hank

Thursday, July 28: Council announces Hank has been deemed to a pit bull type, and will be placed on an exemption register, but that Hank can be returned to his owners as early as next Tuesday following court approval with conditions.