Staffies top list of Dundee’s dangerous dog list

Staffordshire bull terriers are to blame for one in three dangerous dog complaints in Dundee.

But other breeds with less of a reputation for aggression, including a Llhasa Apso, a standard poodle and two chihuahuas, have also caused problems. A Freedom on Information request has revealed Dundee City Council dealt with 206 complaints about dangerous dogs last year. All were investigated by council officers.

A total of 43 written warnings and 23 control notices, requiring owners to take a range of steps including muzzling their pet or attending behaviour classes, were issued.

Staffordshire bull terriers accounted for 12 written warnings and eight control notices.

A number of other breeds also featured on the list, including German Shepherds and Jack Russell terriers – on the receiving end of two control orders each.

Among the 43 written warn- ings were eight cross-breeds, two English bull dogs, two huskies and two chihuahuas.

Dundee City Council said it investigated all complaints and many owners were given verbal warnings.

The Scottish SPCA said it would be wrong to stigmatise any particular breed and owners had a duty to ensure their dog was not a danger.