Published: Thursday, 23rd March 2023
Signs advising of requirements on dog owners have now been installed in parks and open spaces across the District.
This follows Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet adoption of a new Dog Control Order, which imposes the following requirements on dog owners:
If a dog fouls and the person who is in charge of the dog at that time fails to pick up the faeces, then the person is guilty of an offence.
There is a requirement when walking a dog, to carry dog poo bags and produce them when requested, by an authorised officer.
Owners must keep dogs on a lead, within three metres of a carriageway and must place their dog on a lead when requested to do so by an authorised officer or Police Officer.
Maximum number of dogs to be walked or exercised by one person, is six.
Dogs are excluded from childrens’ play areas, tennis courts, multi-use games areas, skateboards parks, cycle tracks and war memorials.
Councillor Justin Johnson, Portfolio Leader for Environment and Climate Change said “We realise that most dog owners across our District are responsible. However, for the small minority that do not comply with the rules, we will ensure that this Order is enforced”.
“We all want to enjoy our open spaces, and the Council works hard to keep our parks safe and clean. I am pleased that the signs are now being displayed and I hope they encourage responsible dog ownership. Our Enforcement Officers will be patrolling problem areas and will issue fixed penalties to anyone not complying with the Dog Control Order.”