Please note that the scheme is now closed.

Battersea, Blue Cross and the RSPCA have jointly launched a neutering scheme for owners of XL Bully type dogs struggling with the cost to help them comply with the exemption requirements following the ban on these dogs.

A young dog found straying alone in an alley with an emotional note from her previous owner explaining they could no longer keep her as their landlord no longer allowed pets has since been taken in and rehomed by Battersea.