Dog Fouling
Dog fouling is both socially unacceptable and
a health hazard.
Dog fouling can cause the infection 'Toxocara canis', which
can lead to blindness. Under the Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1996,
if you allow your dog to foul, you must clean it up or scoop the
poop straight away. There are around 850 litter bins in South
Lakeland, that can also be used for dog waste.
Failing to do this will make you liable for an initial fixed
penalty of £75. Persistent offenders will be taken to a Magistrates
Court and face a fine of up to
£1000.
If you wish to take action against a dog owner who has not
cleaned up after their dog, you should report this to our Customer
Contact Centre on 0845 050 4434. Please include the following
information:
- The name and address of the person in charge of the dog, if
possible.
- A description of the dog.
- When and where the offence took place
The evidence will be considered with a view to prosecuting the
offender.