XL bully dog breeders in New Zealand are preparing to defend their dogs.
After attacks in Britain the breed is likely to be banned there.
The breed is not recognised by Dogs New Zealand, but was created by mixing American pit bull terriers, American bulldogs, English bulldogs and other breeds.
Katie Fitzgerald reports.
Less than six months after announcing a multi-year partnership, PD Insurance and Dogs NZ are strengthening their alliance by introducing a co-branded product offering that provides special benefits to Dogs NZ breeders and members. The three ‘Dogs .
New Zealand dog breeders are turning to imported semen to ensure genetic diversity in their breeding stock.
Backyard breeding has gained in popularity over recent years, but with it comes the risks of inbreeding, which can result in severe genetic disorders.
Katie Fitzgerald has taken a closer look at what we're importing and why.
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