Report a dog fouling problem
In Rotherham alone we clear up approximately two tons of dog fouling each year from our streets and recreational areas. This is due to irresponsible dog owners failing to pick up after their dog.
A single dog mess can contain approximately 1 million microscopic Toxocara eggs. This can cause a potentially serious infection in humans leading to blindness. So please make sure you worm your dog every six months and don’t walk it where children play. Dog faeces can cause an infection that could lead to blindness in children.
If you see a dog owner not clean up after their dog and are willing to act as a witness in any prosecution, we can take formal action against them. If you would prefer not to act as a witness, or didn't see it happen, we can:
- use signs and information to raise awareness
- patrol known ‘hot spots’ and issue fixed penalty fines if we see dog fouling
Any person failing to follow this order could receive a fixed penalty fine of £100. On summary conviction at the magistrates court can also receive a fine up to £1000.
Find out more on the Public Spaces Protection Order for Borough Wide Dog Fouling
Report Dog Fouling
You can report dog fouling using the link below You don't need to provide your own details to make a report, but it would be helpful in case we need more information from you. If you’re willing to provide a witness statement so we can prosecute the dog owner, please give us your contact details so we can get in touch.
