Dog Owners' Responsibilities
If you hold a dog, it is your responsibility to do the following:
- Hold a current licence for the dog - refer to Licensing page for more information.
- Ensure the dog wears collar identification.
- Keep the dog under control at all times, other than when the dog is on its owner's premises.
- Comply with Regulations for Listed Breeds - refer to Restricted Breeds page for more information
- Prevent the dog from worrying livestock. In this regard, it is imperative that the dog is under your control at night, and that you know where the dog is.
- Clean up after your dog when it fouls in public place - refer to Dog Fouling page for more information.
- Give your name and address when requested to do so by a dog warden.
Dog Identification
At all times, dogs must wear a collar bearing the name and the address of the owner inscribed on it or on a plate, badge or disc. Failure to have collar identification on a dog can result in an on-the-spot fine issued by a dog warden. Failure to pay this fine within a specific period can result in prosecution by your local authority.
