We continue to receive reports of dog fouling in Tetbury, recently a member of the public highlighted the issue within St Saviours. Not only is this incredibly disrespectful, but this is also a criminal offence.
August 2, 2023
We continue to receive reports of dog fouling in Tetbury, recently a member of the public highlighted the issue within St Saviours. Not only is this incredibly disrespectful, but this is also a criminal offence.
Complaints will be investigated; offenders will be prosecuted. It is helpful if you could tell us the time, date and place it happened and the name and address of the person.
The Cotswold District Council Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) makes it an offence if you do not remove any poo deposited by your dog. This removal must be done without delay.
The order, made under the Anti- Social Behavior, Crime and Policing Act 2014, applies to all public, open, land in the District whether or not warning signs are displayed. The PSPO also requires dog walkers to carry the means to pick up dog poo whilst on a walk.
Any breach of the Order could result in a £100 fixed penalty notice or being taken to court and receiving a fine on conviction of up to £1000.
The PSPO does not apply to blind or partially sighted people with guide dogs and those with other trained assistance dogs for specific disabilities.
Bag it and bin it
The NHS website has details of Toxocariasis, the disease that can cause blindness, especially in children.
Dog Fouling Reporting
https://forms.cotswold.gov.uk/eforms/ORG_REPORT_FORM.eb?C_PRM__ORG=CDC&ebd=0&ebz=3_1690974835374