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XL Bully Cats?

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Cossy Sat 19-Oct-24 17:29:26

Anyone come across these?

Honestly, talk about cruelty!

www.theguardian.com/world/2024/oct/19/uk-experts-warn-against-buying-feline-equivalent-of-xl-bully-dog

Lisaangel10 Sun 20-Oct-24 09:10:02

Two sphinx cats live near us. They are indoor cats and never see the outside world. They live in a tiny, tiny cottage and just spend their days sitting in the window staring out.

Oreo Sun 20-Oct-24 09:10:53

It’s a crime against nature in my view🤬

Smileless2012 Sun 20-Oct-24 15:19:40

The owner may well have things in the house to keep them stimulated Lisaange. Even cats that can and do go outside will sit inside looking out of a window.

I kept Sphynx cats for years and they all enjoyed happy and stimulated lives. Some indoor cat owners take them for walks on a lead so not much different to dogs really.

Dickens Sun 20-Oct-24 15:59:39

Whif

There are enough cats and dogs needing good homes in rescue centres all over the country. If you want a cat or dog get one from there .

Unfortunately, rescued pets often have complex needs, and I don't think the type of person who wants to own a "bully-cat" is much interested in animal welfare so much as wanting to boast that they have the latest 'fashion' in cats.

America has a lot to answer for but so do anyone in the UK who imports and buyers these deformed cats

Absolutely. How far will this go before the government steps in and bans the import and breeding of these disabled animals - probably far too late.

Lizzie44 Mon 21-Oct-24 13:11:33

Anything with the word "bully" in it is a red flag for me.

pluckyluckyme Mon 21-Oct-24 13:30:15

The breeding , selling and owning of XL Bully Cats should immediately be banned thus preventing future problems and harm. Governments seem very good at bringing in new legislation speedily when it suits them and it would be good to seem them actually bring in something to prevent this before all the problems start.

JacquiG Mon 21-Oct-24 13:38:43

The article says they may have a life shorter than regular cats by 6 years. Seeing as the average lifespan of a regular cat is 8 years, it's going to be a short life and not a merry one.

Each to their own but I don't think they should be brought into the UK where interbreeding might undermine the health of other cats. Revolting breed.

SillyNanny321 Mon 21-Oct-24 14:58:56

Hopefully these poor little cats will be out of favour soon! Just wonder what the next ‘fad’ will be? Such cruelty should be stopped before it gets too far!

sharon103 Mon 21-Oct-24 15:02:58

It's sickening and cruel. Poor cats. sad

patsy706 Mon 21-Oct-24 16:38:03

Awful

Smileless2012 Mon 21-Oct-24 17:24:54

That's ridiculous Jacqui the average lifespan of domestic cats is 12 to 18 years.

Petalpop Tue 22-Oct-24 10:21:04

How long before mindless morons turn their attention to humans? It is so cruel.

MadeInYorkshire Thu 24-Oct-24 10:06:15

That’s just awful, poor things, all about greed. Disgusting …