Publications
Publications
- December 2023
- HBS Case Collection
The American Bully XL
By: Robin Greenwood, Richard S. Ruback, Johnathan Sun and Robert Ialenti
Abstract
The American Bully XL, first introduced to the United Kingdom around 2014, had been held responsible for a disproportionate share of both dog-related attacks and deaths. The case discusses the announcement, in October 2023, that the dog breed would be added to a list of banned dogs under the Dangerous Dogs Act. The case allows for a discussion of how society regulates risks, particularly related to products or activities that might result in personal harm or harm to others. The case also provides international comparisons of animal regulation, and potential issues resulting from the ban.
Keywords
Governing Rules, Regulations, and Reforms; Policy; Government Administration; Laws and Statutes; Risk and Uncertainty; United Kingdom
Citation
Greenwood, Robin, Richard S. Ruback, Johnathan Sun, and Robert Ialenti. "The American Bully XL." Harvard Business School Case 224-051, December 2023.