Dog Fouling

Please clean up after your dog. You face a fine of up to £1,000 if you do not.

In 2008 it was estimated that there are 7.3 million dogs in the UK, producing approximately 1000 tonnes of dog excrement per day (source: Keep Britain Tidy). Dog fouling is unsightly and unhygienic. The main threat from dog excrement is Toxocariasis, an infection of the roundworm toxocara canis. Read more about Toxocariasis.

Cleaning up after your dog

It is your responsibility as a dog owner to clean up after your dog.  The easiest way for you to deal with your dog's excrement is by using a poop-scoop, available from most pet shops. If you don't have a poop-scoop, a good alternative is to use a plastic bag to clean up after your dog. Please securely fasten the plastic bag before disposing of it in the nearest bin, or taking it home with you.

Dog Fouling and the Law

Under the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005, it is an offence if a dog owner fails to clean up after their dog.

Report dog fouling

If you wish to report an incidence of dog fouling please contact Streetline on 020 7361 3001 or by email: Streetline@rbkc.gov.uk

To read about the Animal Warden service please see Animal Warden Service