AS part of a joint initiative launched by Limerick City and County Council local Tidy Towns groups are being urged to help rid streets and green areas of dog litter.
And already, the ‘Stop Limerick Dog Litter’ campaign has received the backing of the Maxi Zoo pet store on the Ballysimon Road who have donated 100 long-handled pooper-scoopers valued at €3,000 to help local Tidy Towns volunteers clean up.
Other initiatives launched to combat dog litter include the any bag/any bin campaign and free pooper-scoopers being made available to the public.
City Council Environment Awareness Officer, Sinead McDonnell warned that dog litter is not only a nuisance but can carry diseases which can be harmful to humans. Dog litter, she said, should be disposed of in your nearest litter bin or dog fouling bin.
“Ideally, Tidy Towns groups should not have to clean up because dog walkers would clean up after their own dogs, but the fact is although the situation is improving, dog litter is something that still has to be cleaned up as part of most community cleanups,” said Ms McDonnell.
“Always carry a bag to clean up. Failing to clean up after your dog is the same as littering and is an offence under the Litter Pollution Acts. There are now a wide range of options available to dog owners for cleaning up after their dogs. Check at your local vet, pet shop or online,” she advised.
