Laws we use

Dangerous Dogs Act 1991

For banned types of dog and dogs dangerously out of control

Dogs Act 1871

For dogs dangerously out of control, including in a private place

Animal Welfare Act 2006 (.pdf, 274Kb)

For protection against animal cruetly

Clean Neighbourhood & Environment Act 2005

For issues concerning dog fouling

Environmental Protection Act 1990 (.pdf, 46Kb)

For issues with stray dogs and noise issues

Control of Dogs Order 1992  (.pdf, 25Kb)

Laws regarding identification on dogs (collar & tag)

To find out more, please visit the DEFRA website.