Almost 50 XL Bully owners in Kerry applied for exemptions to keep their pets.
Last October, new regulations were introduced that prohibit the importing, breeding, selling and re-homing of XL Bully dogs.
These regulations were introduced in the interest of public safety following a number of horrific attacks involving the breed.
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Owners who wished to keep their XL Bully type dog had to apply to Kerry County Council for a certificate of exemption before February 1st.
This certificate would allow owners to keep their dog until the end of its natural life.
Kerry County Council received 48 applications for a certificate of exemption; 41 of these applications were granted.
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The council says the remaining applications are awaiting further information.
