subject: Dog Fouling Signs And Penalties [print this page] Dog fouling signs are displayed in a variety places to make sure that people are kept aware of the restrictions on bringing dogs in those areas. In case the animal defecates on a designated land, it becomes the responsibility of the owner or person who is with the dog to take care of the feces.
Apart from maintaining a hygienic and healthy environment, the use of dog fouling signs is also important because there are penalties in place for people who fail to follow the rules regarding dog fouling. The penalty can be as high as 1000. It is up to the local authorities to decide how much the person in charge of the dog will pay they may decide on a lower amount than the maximum penalty.
So, dog fouling not only helps in maintaining a good environment but also helps people avoid the heavy penalty associated with dog fouling. These signs are of a various types, depending on the restrictions in place. Here are some of the common ones:
No Dogs: This is the sign that is commonly used to inform people that they cannot bring their dogs with them. Just like many other signs that are used for disallowing an action, there is a red line cancelling out the image of a dog. The sign is accompanied by the message in text as well, so that there are no misconceptions about the intention of the message.
Clean it Up: This action statement is accompanied by the image of a dog and feces, with a cross over the faces. These dog fouling signs also mention the penalty that the person in charge of the animal will have to pay. The information provided is sufficient, so the dog owner can clearly understand what is allowed and what is not.
Dog Waste Bin: The sign may only contain a text message informing you about the presence of a dog waste bin. The information provided is that the bin is specifically placed for dog waste and you should clean up the feces of your dog. Bins made for dog waste only and signs informing about the use of these bins help in keeping people informed about the very necessary task of keeping the environment clean and avoid penalties by removing the dog feces.
Dog fouling signs are helpful in keeping people informed about their duty of cleaning up after their dog. There are also penalties associated with not cleaning up, so cleaning up is always a good idea.
