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Dogs on the beaches in Bournemouth
   Bournemouth
 Between 1 May and 30
September dogs are allowed to the west of Durley Chine and east of
Fisherman's Walk up to Hengistbury Head. ‘Mans Best Friend - now an every
day part of the community - can be a faithful companion and effective
security guard. However, he doesn’t always live up to his reputation and
its not necessarily his fault. – it could be yours! The Dogs (Fouling of
Land) Act 1996 applies to all land in West Dorset District Council’s area.
This makes it an offence punishable with a fine not exceeding level three
(currently £1000) for a person in charge of a dog not to clean up when the
dog has (without the land owner’s consent) fouled land in the open air.
The land affected is land in the open air (including covered land which is
open to the air on at least one side) and to which the public have access
with or without payment, subject to the following exceptions:
Carriageways/highways with a speed limit of more than 40 mph and the
verges and footpaths running alongside them
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Bournemouth
During the off season dogs are
able to run and play on all other beaches without a leash. Remember! dogs need to be under effective voice control and you still need to carry a leash One of the critical measures used to decide which beaches become off leash areas is how diligent dog owners are about cleaning up after their pets. Dog owners should also carry a leash at all times, and ensure the dog remains in sight and is under effective voice control, not threaten other people or animals, and be subject to owner liability. And don't forget to take a couple of plastic bags so you can pick up any droppings. Some time ago a council campaign helped to bring about a quantum shift in dog owners' attitudes to cleaning up after their canines. But there is still a minority of owners who don't do the right thing when it comes to cleaning up dog poo. Scat, stools, poop, doggie do - whatever you call it - it's nasty. It's a problem for others walking on the beach and a contaminant if it's allowed into the bay |
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Bournemouth
Land used for agricultural or
woodlands,,,,,,,,Dogs are allowed outside these areas, but dog mess
must be removed and owners can be fined £1,000 or issued with a
fixed penalty of £50 for not clearing up after their pets. Signs
displayed at each location show the dog friendly areas. Land which
is mostly marshland, moor or health |
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Bournemouth
Between the 1st May and 30th September inclusive,
certain areas of beaches, paths and promenades (as shown below) will be controlled by
the following byelaws: Failure to comply could incur a £1000 fine. Exercising your dog on the beach is a great way of
enjoying the local environment and of keeping both you and your pet fit and healthy.
However it is important to know about any restrictions which may apply at various times of
the year to our local beaches. Remember to scoop any droppings to keep our bay
and beaches clean
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Throughout the year,
no person in charge of a dog, other than a registered blind
person, shall permit a dog to be on any road, including esplanades
and revetments, unless the dog is held on a lead and is restrained
from behaviour giving reasonable grounds for annoyance You are
required by law to have a collar and tag bearing your name and
address on your dog when out in a public place. The Dog Wardens within West Dorset have a number of powers and duties. These are to: Seize dogs which are stray, Notify owners (if known) of a seizure and inform them they have seven day limit in which to claim their dog Charge a fee before allowing the dog to be claimed Keep a register of stray and lost dogs Dispose of the dog after 7 days |
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Interaction between off-leash dogs
and other animals and people is another factor. When they are off
the leash, dogs need to be under effective control by their owners.
If dogs are well trained and sufficiently socialised by responsible
owners, then there should be minimal inconvenience to other beach
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Dog
roundworm (Toxocara)
can cause blindness
and other health hazards, particularly to children. So follow this
simple guide and play it safe. |
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Tips for
responsible dog owners
Don’t have a dog if you can’t feed it properly or exercise it, or haven’t got enough room for it Train your dog in elementary obedience Dog owning isn’t for everyone Feed your dog at regular times and from his own dish Keep you dog on a lead anywhere near a road or where there are other animals Train your dog not to foul in public places and if it does use a poop scoop Remember your dog’s bark can cause a nuisance Register your dog with a vet, and if you don’t want your dog to have puppies obtain advice from your vet A list of vets in Bournemouth can be found in local directories or in Yellow Pages |
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You are required by law
to have a collar and tag bearing
your name and address on your dog when out in a public place. Dog Wardens The Dog Wardens within West Dorset have a number of powers and duties. These are to: Seize dogs which are stray Notify owners (if known) of a seizure and inform them they have seven day limit in which to claim their dog Charge a fee before allowing the dog to be claimed Keep a register of stray and lost dogs Dispose of the dog after 7 days Dogs Banned Bournemouth Pier........... Boscombe Pier........Poole Shore Road WARNING – Dogs die in hot cars. Remember your dog’s life may be at risk if left in a vehicle on warm or sunny days even for a short period |
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 Virgin Cross
Country
has enhanced services for travellers to and from Bournemouth and Brockenhurst with
extension of a northbound and southbound service beyond Southampton to
complete the daytime hourly interval pattern to and from the Midlands
throughout the afternoon and early evening.
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Bournemouth Airport
is
a key national and international gateway to Southern England, connecting
over 900,000 passengers to over 60 destinations every year. Around 3 million
passengers will be travelling through Bournemouth Airport every year by
2014/15. The airport’s growth is a massive opportunity; crucial to the
prosperity of our whole region. But that growth must be sustainable. Our
Master Plan to 2030 describes how best to manage the positive and negative
impact of growth.
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