Starting January 1, 2025, a ban on Rottweilers will take effect in the Canton of Zürich, requiring current owners to apply for a permit within six months. Dogs will undergo an assessment to gauge their behavior and potential danger. If the assessment is failed, owners might face training requirements or a permit denial. The law also affects mixed breeds with Rottweiler ancestry and has prompted several appeals against the regulation, with critics suggesting alternative approaches to dog management instead of an outright ban.