7 Controversial Dog Breeds That Are Banned in Multiple Countries

Pit Bull

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Dogo Argentino

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Tosa

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Brazilian Mastiff

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Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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American Staffordshire Terrier

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Rottweiler

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