Dog control PSPO consultation

We are consulting on a proposed Dog Control Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO).

We are reviewing the current Dog Fouling and Dog Controls PSPOs and considering a new combined order to help address issues that affect the quality of life of residents and visitors across the borough.

Current PSPOs

The current orders under review are:

• PSPO No. 1 - Dog Fouling (2023)
• PSPO No. 2 - Dog Controls (2023)

Proposed restrictions

The proposed PSPO would continue the existing restrictions requiring a person in control of a dog to:

• remove dog faeces immediately after a dog has fouled on land within the restricted area
• carry suitable means to remove dog faeces
• keep dogs out of designated Dog Exclusion Areas
• keep dogs on a lead in designated Dogs on Leads Areas
• comply with a reasonable request from an authorised officer to place and keep a dog on a lead

Proposed new restriction

In addition to the existing requirements, the council is proposing a new restriction that would make it an offence to:

• walk, exercise or be in charge of more than four dogs at any one time

If you are a licensed holder (such as a dog kennel owner or dog-walker), you can walk up to six dogs at any one time.

Restricted area

The proposed restricted area covers the whole borough of Waverley.

Schedule locations

View the locations covered by the proposed order:

• Dog Exclusion Areas (Schedule 2)
• Dogs on Leads Areas (Schedule 3)

View locations

Have your say

We welcome your feedback on the proposed Dog Control Public Spaces Protection Order.

Complete the consultation survey

Consultation closing date

The consultation closes on Tuesday, 1 December.

Responses received after this date may not be considered.