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Lancashire Volunteers Tackle Dog Mess Epidemic
19 Apr
Summary
- Volunteers collect dozens of dog mess piles daily.
- Dog mess bags litter village paths and bins.
- Council supports volunteers with enforcement officers.
A volunteer group named the Poo Patrol in Knott End, Lancashire, is diligently working to combat the pervasive issue of dog mess. Since its establishment in 2025, the group has collected thousands of piles of dog excrement from local parks, pavements, and coastal trails.
Volunteers report collecting approximately 30 piles of dog mess within the first half-hour of their patrols, yet the problem continues unabated, with bags and waste frequently found discarded on paths and near bins. Local residents express frustration over the persistent mess.
Wyre Council has expressed its support for the Knott End Poo Patrollers, with enforcement officers now joining the volunteers on their rounds. This collaboration aims to reinforce the message that dog fouling is taken seriously and that firm action, including potential fines, will be taken against irresponsible dog owners.
