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Because application of the law relies heavily on subjective visual profiling, dogs with a \"bully look\" are at risk of being seized purely on appearance, even if they do not meet the height criteria.\r\n \r\nWe believe prohibiting seizure when veterinary proof of height is provided will save innocent pets.","committee_note":"","state":"open","signature_count":108,"closing_date":"2027-04-14","created_at":"2026-09-19T11:55:27.433Z","updated_at":"2026-10-16T15:14:00.000Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2026-10-14T13:25:20.219Z","closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-09-19T12:40:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":"Libby Culpin","rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[{"acronym":"DEFRA","name":"Department for Environment, Food and Rural 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