Dog fouling isn't just unpleasant, it's illegal. It can help spread disease, and in extreme cases can cause blindness.

Dog owners have a responsibility to clear up after their pets, those that don't can face fines of up to £1,000

Community Safety Patrol Officers issue £50 Fixed Penalty Notices to dog owners who fail to comply. Non-payment can result in a prosecution and fine up to £1000. It is no defence to claim ignorance of the dog's actions.

• If you have a garden encourage the dog to 'go' there. You can then bury the mess or alternatively clean it up and bin it
• If you walk your dog always carry something to clear up after your dog. A simple plastic bag will do the trick or obtain poop scoops from a local pet shop. Remember to take a bag or poop scoop like you'd remember a lead
• Every time your dog fouls "bag it and bin it". Take the poop scoop home and dispose of it there. Remember: rain does not wash the problem away
• Never let your dog out alone to "go to the loo". The Dog Wardens will seize dogs that are straying or unsupervised

There are no excuses, fouling is unacceptable!