URGENT: Dog Attacks Surge Despite XL Bully Ban, Experts Warn of Growing Threat.

URGENT: Dog Attacks Surge Despite XL Bully Ban, Experts Warn of Growing Threat A 58-year-old man from Birmingham was attacked by a dog believed to be an XL bully breed in Leicestershire countryside earlier this year. The victim, Michael Carpenter, suffered serious injuries and was hospitalized after the incident. The attack occurred despite the ban on XL bully breeds in the UK, which was implemented to address concerns about aggressive dog ownership. According to experts, the number of dog attacks has continued to rise since the ban was introduced. In a recent incident, a woman's XL bully dog jumped out of her car and bit Michael Carpenter while he was helping her search for her lost keys. The dog attacked him again after he tried to kick it away, but its owner managed to call it back before any further harm could be done. The UK government has been criticized for not doing enough to address the issue of irresponsible dog ownership, which experts say is a major contributing factor to the surge in dog attacks. As authorities investigate the incident and review their strategies to tackle dog attacks, experts warn that the problem is far from over. "This is a growing threat that requires urgent attention," said a spokesperson for a leading animal welfare organization. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. The UK government has yet to comment on the incident or the rising number of dog attacks. Authorities are urging owners to take responsibility for their pets and ensure they are properly trained and controlled. Meanwhile, experts are calling for increased education and awareness campaigns to address the root causes of aggressive dog behavior. "We need to get to the heart of this problem and tackle it head-on," said a leading expert in animal behavior. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*