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Pendle dog owners told: ‘Scoop up poop’
2:48pm Friday 20th June 2008
DOG OWNERS in Pendle are being urged to scoop up their pets' waste as part of a national campaign.
During Poop Scoop Week, which runs from Monday, June 23 to Sunday, June 29, Pendle Council and Dogs Trust are aiming to highlight the problems caused by dog fouling and encourage irresponsible dog owners to change their ways.
Last year 152 tonnes of dog waste was put into dog bins in Pendle parks and public spaces compared to just 57 tonnes three years ago.
Council leader John David said: "Last year we received 415 complaints about dog mess.
"I want to remind dog owners of their responsibility to pick up after their pet.
"Together we want to get rid of this very unpleasant and frankly dangerous problem."
Owners who fail to pick up their dog's waste could get a fixed penalty fine of £75.
Free poop bags are available at council buildings including, Contact Pendle at Market Street, Nelson, Colne Town Hall, Barnoldswick Tourist Information Centre, Earby District Office and Brierfield Town Hall.
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