In Egypt, it was forbidden to have dogs with the exception of 10 breeds.

Allowed breeds include Cocker Spaniel, Labrador, Poodle, Pomeranian, Jack Russell, Malinois, Great Dane, White German Shepherd, Maltese and Samoyed. Other breeds must obtain a state license for safety. An animal deemed unsafe will be confiscated. The tightening of control over the ownership and breeding of dogs occurred against the backdrop of a pit bull attack on a person. The animal bit the victim to death.