Chennai Bans New Pitbull, Rottweiler Licenses From Dec 20; Tightens Pet Rules

• Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) bans new licenses for Pitbull and Rottweiler breeds from December 20.
• The decision also halts renewal of annual licenses for these breeds, citing them as aggressive and a public safety threat.
• A penalty of Rs 1 lakh will be imposed for purchasing or rearing these breeds without a valid license after the cut-off date.
• Existing owners must keep Pitbulls and Rottweilers on a leash and muzzled in public, with a Rs 5,000 fine for non-compliance.
• The move follows multiple recent incidents of attacks by these breeds, including serious injuries and a fatality.

Why It Matters: Chennai tightens pet rules, banning new Pitbull and Rottweiler licenses due to safety concerns.