Back for its third year, dog-owning residents of the district are being invited to enter a competition to win a hamper for their pooch. Between now and Thursday 13 December, anyone living in Blaby District can take a picture of their dog wearing an illuminated collar, lead or coat out and about on their daily…
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Public Space Protection Orders introduced across Blaby district
Residents in Enderby and elsewhere in Blaby district are being reminded that new laws designed to force careless dog owners to take more responsibility of their pets came into effect this month (May). The orders to control dogs are introduced across Blaby District’s parks and open spaces today, Monday 16 May 2016, as part of…
Free Microchipping event as new laws come into force
New laws on dog microchipping are set to come into force on 6 April 2016, and Blaby District Council is offering the chance to get residents’ dogs microchipped for free before the deadline. On Tuesday 5th April owners can take the opportunity to turn up between 10am-2pm with their dogs at the council’s offices on Desford…
Dog wardens alarmed at rise in “owned” dogs handed in
Dog wardens at Blaby District Council have been shocked by a recent surge in owners handing in their own pets as strays. Local authorities have a duty to deal with stray dogs within their districts however this service appears to be becoming abused by irresponsible owners who want to get rid of their dogs. Michelle…
Free microchipping for Blaby District dog owners
Local dog owners will have the chance to microchip their dog for free at two events hosted by Blaby District Council. In association with the Dogs Trust, the events are taking place on Thursday November 28 at Braunstone Civic Centre and Friday November 29 at Bouskell Park in Blaby. The purpose of the events is…