Responsible dog owners understand the importance of clearing up
after their pets and take their dog for a walk, armed with a poop
scoop or bag. They will dispose of the waste when they return home,
or use one of the Council’s dog waste bins - found across the
district.
There is an inconsiderate minority who fail to clean up after their
dog. Dog waste in public areas is dealt with through the normal
process of street cleansing and is usually removed during scheduled
street cleaning.
However, the Council understands that residents are concerned about
dog fouling and so, reported incidents of dog mess will be removed
from roads, parks, play areas or the beach within 24 hours of
receipt.
Reporting offenders
If you see a dog owner who allows his or her dog to foul our
streets then you can report it using the contact details listed
below.
Dog fouling and the law
Where there is a persistent problem, officers will try to identify
irresponsible dog owners. The Dog Control Order makes it illegal to
fail to clear up after your dog if it fouls any land which is open
to the air and to which the public have access. Inconsiderate dog
owners could face a fixed penalty fine of £80, or a fine of up to
£1,000 if there is a conviction in the Courts.
Further information can be found on the
Dog
Control page of this website.
Contact us
To request the removal of dog fouling or report an incident during
working hours (Monday – Friday 08.30 to 17.00):
Email:
waveney.info@ncsgrp.co.uk
Telephone: 01502 562111
In person: At any Waveney District Council local
office
To request this service out of hours:
Telephone: 01502
523522