Report it! - report an issue with one of our dog bins using our online form.
Dog bins
We provide a number of dog bins throughout the District to enable dog owners to clear up after their dog. The bins are emptied regularly and the frequency of emptying differs depending on the location and usage of the bin.
If you can't find a dog bin...
If you cannot find a dog bin close by when you need one, you can also put your dog waste into any of the District Council's litter bins as dog waste is classed as general litter.
Overflowing, faulty or broken dog waste bins
Please complete our online form to report overflowing, broken or faulty dog waste bins. To view a schedule of when a dog bin should be emptied please look on our litter bin page.
Dog fouling
Allowing your dog to foul on open spaces and failing to clear it up is irresponsible, highly unpleasant and also potentially dangerous. Dog faeces carry many germs. A child who plays where a dog has fouled can pick up germs which lead to illness. In extreme cases, this can lead to blindness.
What should dog owners do?
Ideally your dog should be trained to foul at home within your own garden where it is easier to clear up and dispose of the waste correctly.
If your dog fouls in a public place please pick the dog waste using a suitable plastic bag. Seal the bag and then dispose of it in a dog waste bin, litter bin or in the bin provided for your domestic refuse.
If you wish to use 'poop-scoop' bags they can be purchased quite cheaply from most shops selling pet supplies. Alternatively re-use carrier bags or use similar plastic bags, but we encourage you to use degradable bags where possible.
Report an instance of dog fouling
Report it! - report an instance of dog fouling using our online form.
Public Spaces Protection Order
The Council's Public Spaces Protection Order includes controls to keep dogs on leads in certain areas and to not allow dogs in certain areas. There are also penalties for not cleaning up dog fouling.Full details of the controls and sites are on the Public Spaces Protection Order webpage
