Keep your dog on a lead at all times whilst on a public highway or while walking in designated "Dogs on Lead" areas
Clean up after your dog
Make sure you know what is required of you by law as a dog owner
Make sure your dog has a collar and tag on at all times
Please think carefully before you give a home to a dog as they require a great deal of care and commitment and they can be expensive. The Dog Wardens will be happy to give advice, supply telephone number of breeders, clubs, and rescue centres
Train your dog in basic obedience, a trained dog is a happy dog and will have a happy owner
Visit your vets for inoculations when needed and for treatment for worms and fleas. Your vet will give you advice on the best products to use
Microchip your dog. This may help to get your dog back if you lose it
Carry a bag in case your dog fouls
Call the Dog Wardens if you find a stray dog.
DON'T:-
Allow your dog to foul in a public place
Allow your dog to stray
Allow your dog to run out of control in a public place
Ignore current Dog Control Orders. They are in place for everybodys safety, and to make East Lindsey a cleaner and better place to live and visit
Leave your dog at home for long periods - they may bark and upset your neighbour or become destructive
Leave your dog in a car unless you have no choice. If you have to leave it, ventilation and a supply of water are vital, and don't leave it for too long
Buy a puppy or dog as a present for someone unless you are sure that they are willing to take on the responsibility of looking after the pet.
