KC Dog, the Kennel Club’s campaign group in place to help responsible dog owners protect their rights, is alerting dog owners in Nottinghamshire to a dog control order survey currently taking place in Mansfield.

Mansfield District Council is asking residents – dog owners and non-dog owners alike – to offer their opinions on the introduction of all five types of dog control order throughout the district. If pursued, this legislation could have a significant impact upon dog access across the local area, as ‘dogs on leads’ and ‘dog exclusion’ orders have been put forward as part of the proposals. The Kennel Club is therefore prompting dog owners to respond to the pre-consultation survey and have their say on this issue.

For more information, and to complete the survey, visit the Mansfield District Council website. All responses must be received by 11^th September 2010.

Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Communications Director said: “Dog control orders are becoming more common as councils attempt to find ways to control dog fouling and rein in irresponsible dog owners. Unfortunately this often means responsible dog owners are also penalised and have to suffer restrictions.

“Frequently, public consultations come and go without the majority of the public knowing about them or having a chance to have their say. KC Dog is therefore encouraged to see that Mansfield District Council is taking steps to engage the local community in these matters before any restrictions are introduced.”

KC Dog is an information network, free to join, whose members benefit from news and information on dog control orders across the UK. Click here for more information.

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26^th August 2010

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