Dog Fouling

While most Braybrooke pet owners act responsibly, there are increasing incidents of dog fouling. The North Northants Council website provides valuable guidance on new tougher legislation that has been introduced:
When your dog fouls in a public area, it’s an offence not to pick up the mess and dispose of it in a designated dog or public litter bin. If none are available, please take it home and place it in your black wheelie bin. It’s important to note that not having a suitable bag or being unaware of your dog fouling is not a legal defence.
Dog fouling can pose health risks. Although rare, contact with dog excrement can lead to toxocariasis – a severe infection causing symptoms like dizziness, nausea, asthma, and even blindness or seizures.
Failure to clean up after your dog will result in a Fixed Penalty Notice of up to £100. In more severe cases, this may escalate to fines of up to £1,000.
If you witness someone not cleaning up after their dog, please report it at reportadogissue, providing details such as dates/times, the dog’s description, and information about the offender. Any ongoing fouling issues can be reported at: reportadogissue they may take steps to address the problem, such as putting up warning signs or increasing monitoring efforts.