At Loving the Cotswolds, we chose Campaign to eradicate dog fouling in Stow as part of our 101 reasons because it captures something distinctive about this much-loved part of England.
So, whether you are planning a visit or simply enjoying a little Cotswold inspiration, we hope this helps you understand why Campaign to eradicate dog fouling in Stow deserves its place in the list.
18/03/2015
A campaign has been launched in Stow-on-the-Wold this week to eradicate dog fouling around the town.
It follows a number of complaints to the town council regarding dog fouling around the town and on both the cricket field and King George’s Field.
It follows a number of complaints to the town council regarding dog fouling around the town and on both the cricket field and King George’s Field.
Mike Curtis, chairman of Stow Town Council Parks Committee, said: “There are a number of people who do not pick up their dog faeces, or they pick it up and they leave the bag on the field or pavement. This is an offence under the Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1966.
“During the week we will be giving out leaflets, putting up extra signs, spraying dog poo that has not been picked up and encouraging people to report anyone who is not being responsible.
“The dog warden will treat any calls confidentially and will prosecute offenders. Anyone caught will be fined £75.
“We have a large number of green bins and red bins around the town. The red bins are for dog faeces. However, the Cotswold District Council (CDC) dog warden assures us that if the dog faeces is double bagged then it can be deposited in the green bin.”
Cllr Curtis said the majority of dog owners in Stow were responsible and cleaned up after their dogs.
He added: “Stow Town Council Parks Committee would like to take this opportunity of thanking those people who help to keep our town tidy.”
CDC dog wardens George Lager and Sue Ponting can be contacted on 01285 623000.
“During the week we will be giving out leaflets, putting up extra signs, spraying dog poo that has not been picked up and encouraging people to report anyone who is not being responsible.
“The dog warden will treat any calls confidentially and will prosecute offenders. Anyone caught will be fined £75.
“We have a large number of green bins and red bins around the town. The red bins are for dog faeces. However, the Cotswold District Council (CDC) dog warden assures us that if the dog faeces is double bagged then it can be deposited in the green bin.”
Cllr Curtis said the majority of dog owners in Stow were responsible and cleaned up after their dogs.
He added: “Stow Town Council Parks Committee would like to take this opportunity of thanking those people who help to keep our town tidy.”
CDC dog wardens George Lager and Sue Ponting can be contacted on 01285 623000.
