Stray dogs can be a problem however identification makes it easier to return dogs quickly to their owners.

The Council encourages owners to have their dogs fitted with a micro-chip, which provides a permanent means of identification on a database, but it is still a legal requirement for all dogs to wear a collar and identification tag with the owner's name and address inscribed, under the provisions of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

Seizure of Stray Dogs

The Dog Warden makes regular visits throughout the area.  Any dog found in a public place and unsupervised can be seized and transferred to Council approved kennels.  Owners will be liable for the cost of kennelling fees and any other costs incurred including a £25 charge payable to the Council. 

If your dog goes missing, if you find a dog you suspect is lost, or you have any other kind of query, you can reach our dog warden service during office hours via Contact Craven on 01756 700600.  Please leave all your details and the dog warden will get back to you as soon as possible.

Out of office hours a reception point is provided where stray dogs can be taken.  Please contact the out of hours number: 01282 612985 for details.

Stray dogs that are not claimed after 7 days are available for re-homing.  Please contact us if you can offer one a good home.  There are often a number of dogs of different ages and breeds available for adoption and the situation changes on a regular basis.