Dog fouling

Most residents clear up after their dog for some time, depositing the waste in the dog bins we provide around the district.

Some people may be unaware of the health consequences of not clearing up after their dog. Dogs can shed vast numbers of Toxocara eggs each time they make a faecal deposit. These eggs can be ingested by humans, with children being most at risk, who can become ill and sometimes lose their eyesight as a result.

Dog mess in public places is offensive to many people and it is very important to clear up after your dog.

The Council has adopted the Dog (Fouling of Land) Act 1996 and it is an offence for owners to allow their dog to foul and not clear up after it on

St Mary's Cemetery, Caterham
The Glebe, Woldingham
Master Park, Oxted
All carriageways with a speed limit of 40 mph or less, and adjoining footpaths and verges.
All footpaths as defined in Section 329(1) of the Highways Act 1980.
All land held by the Council for housing purposes, except enclosed gardens.
All parks, sports, recreation grounds and open spaces owned and maintained by the Council.

To enquire about dog fouling signs, please contact Street Sweeping on 01883 732751.

For further information please contact Streets on 01883 732751 or e-mail streets@tandridge.gov.uk.

Or write to us at:
Tandridge District Council
8 Station Road East
Oxted RH8 0BT

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