When walking your dog in the countryside

Ashendon Parish Council has recently distributed a leaflet reminding everyone in Ashendon of their responsibilities when walking their dog. Here is a summary:

• Take poo bags with you. Dog poo can spread diseases to other animals. Picking up your dog’s poo is a must!

• Double bag dog waste and place it in the general domestic waste bin, and not the food or garden bin.

• The county council can prosecute if owners fail to pick up waste and there’s enough evidence.

• Dog waste should not be tied to hedgerows, trees, or placed on top of a bin. • People who are registered blind are exempt from these dog fouling rules.

• Take plenty of water and a portable dog bowl.

• It’s the law to ensure your dog is microchipped & wears a collar with an ID tag that includes your name and address.

• Make sure your dog’s collar and harness fits well and they can’t slip or wriggle out of it.

• Keep your dog on a lead around farm animals or wildlife.

• Pack tasty, healthy treats that your dog can’t resist. You’ll know your dog will come when you call!

• Make sure your dog’s flea treatment is up-to-date.

• Check your dog for ticks at the end of your walk. Carefully remove any ticks you find – or take your dog to your vet if you’re not sure of the proper technique.

• Follow the countryside code find a copy on www.gov.uk

Source: Pet charity PDSA and Buckinghamshire County Council