Over 10 applications have been made in the north west to keep XL bully dogs, while less than 150 have been submitted nationwide.
The local authority in Donegal has received 6 applications, 4 have been received in Leitrim, while in Sligo the figure is 3.
It’s estimated there are thousands of XL bullies in Ireland, and a strict ban comes into force next month banning the breed unless the owner has an exemption cert.
Penalties for breaching the ban include fines of up to €2,500 or imprisonment for up to three months while unregistered dogs will be euthanised.
The highest number of applications was made by owners to Kildare County Council (19), followed by Fingal County Council (12). Galway City Council and Westmeath County Council have received no applications.
