'I thought he was going to kill me' - XL bully shot dead after attacking its owner and her partner
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Ashton Gillespie, a 27-year-old dog owner, experienced a traumatic incident when her seven-year-old XL bully, Tommy, attacked her and her partner, leading to Tommy being shot by police. In reflecting on the incident, Gillespie has stated that she still loves the breed and believes that misconceptions about XL bullies can be resolved with proper training and care. Despite her injuries, she advocates for understanding these dogs beyond their aggressive portrayal, indicating a willingness to welcome another XL bully should the ban on the breed be lifted.
Ashton Gillespie expressed her unwavering love for the XL bully breed despite the tragic incident involving her dog, Tommy, who was shot by police after he attacked her and her partner.
Despite her experience of being mauled, Gillespie believes that with the right training and care, XL bullies can be responsible pets, highlighting a desire for better understanding of the breed.
Read at Independent
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