Each day dogs produce vast amounts of excrement. Much of this is left on footpaths and playing fields and at best can cover shoes and clothes and at worst can lead to blindness due to an infection called 'Toxocara canis'.

Land is designated under The Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1996. The designated land includes roads, footpaths, school playing fields, sports fields and parks. It is an offence for a dog owner not to clean up after their dog in these areas. Failure to comply can result in a prosecution and fine up to £1000. It is no defence to claim ignorance of the dog's actions.

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08:45 - 16:45 Friday

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Out of Hours Emergency Contact 01249 706111

Community & Environment

North Wiltshire District Council

Monkton Park

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 1ER