The sunny days are here at last, along with the stray dogs!!!! Open doors and gates are a wonderful opportunity for dogs to take themselves for a walk. Make sure yours isn't one of them. At worst your dog could cause an accident, injuring its self and or other people.

Your dog will most likely foul the footpath or grass area where people walk and children play. Not pleasant when taken home on your shoe. If your dog is spotted fouling, a fine of £50.00 could also be on its way to you.

Finally, if your dog is reported and picked up by The Dog Warden it will cost you £25 + additional kennelling and vet fees to get your dog back. Please remember your dog should have a collar and tag with your details on it and not left to roam freely. Look after your dog he/she doesn't deserve to be a Statistic.

Alison Davidson
Animal Welfare