Dog Fouling
| What is Dog Fouling? |
Under the current legislation, the Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1996 soon to be replaced by the Control of Dogs legislation under the Clean Neighborhood and Environment Act 2005, (presently with the Welsh Assembly Government). |
| Who is affected? |
Every person that encounters it plus the environmental impact upon areas where it occurs. |
| What does it cost? |
UK wide the cleanup costs are running at £m each day in the UK it is estimated about 900 tons are deposited. |
| What help is available? |
Many animal charities and pet shops offer advice to the public, BCBC enforcement officers and the Dogs Trust give out in formation to the public using the Media, and person to person talks with dog walkers. |
| What is being done locally? |
Enforcement, and patrolling with the South Wales Police PCSO's in the borough. |
| Further information? |
The Fixed Penalty Fine is £75, if this is unpaid and it goes to prosecution, the Magistrate can fine up to £1000.More information is available on the following websites or contact BCBC Public protection department on 01656 643643 |