You can use this form to report a stray dog that is either still loose or that you, as a member of the public, have picked-up.

Cases of animal cruelty, neglect or abandonment should be reported to the RSPCA.

Complaints about noise (such as dog barking) or nuisances caused by the way animals are kept should be reported using the Environmental Health form.

The issue of dogs attacking other dogs is a civil, rather than a criminal matter. You should therefore contact a solicitor or the Citizens Advice Bureau if you require further information. In certain cases we, as the Local Authority, may wish to become involved. You are advised to call Environmental Health via the Contact Centre on 01789 260839 between 08.45 and 17.00, Monday to Friday to discuss such matters. For all Out of Hours calls, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

Incidents with dangerous dogs, i.e. dogs attacking people or dogs of certain prescribed breeds should be reported to the Police in the first instance, as they are the main enforcing authority.