The breed of a dog which mauled 17-month-old Bell-Rae Birch to death in her own home has been confirmed by police. The toddler tragically died from her injuries a short time after the incident.
Merseyside Police has reported that Bella-Rae's family had bought the dog just a week before the attack. Tests have confirmed that the dog involved was an American Bully XL, a legal breed not subject to any prohibitions under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, reports the LiverpoolECHO.
The American Bully XL is one of four varieties of the popular American Bully breed. Bred as companion dogs, the XL Bully features a muscular build, distinctive face, and usually good temperament.
