Dog owners can be given an on-the-spot fine if they do not clear up after their dog. The amount is normally a fixed penalty fine of £80.
Try speaking to your neighbour to make them aware of their responsibility. If you have tried speaking to them or do not feel able to, you can make a report.
If you wish to report dog barking please refer to the noise section of our toolkit.
Some dogs can become aggressive and bite other animals or people.
Under the law any dog (of any breed or type) can be considered dangerous in any place if it is not kept under control. The dog doesn't have to bite anyone; it could just show aggressive behaviour that makes someone feel in fear for their safety. If you are in fear of your safety, please contact the PSNI immediately or report the dangerous dog to your Council.
Once you have reported it to the PSNI, please contact us by phone or via our Online ASB Form with the incident report number and the officer's name so we can work with them to agree the next steps with you and the PSNI.