Seven dogs seized in Waterford district as council set to intensify warden patrols
Dog owners who do not have a licence are urged to get one before a warden asks to see it
Seven dogs were seized in West Waterford last month as the council is set to intensify warden patrols in rural areas.
According to the update from the environment section at the March sitting of the Dungarvan-Lismore District Council meeting.
The new routine, which coincides with lambing season, will see patrols announced on social media at the start of the month.
The initiative will target rural areas within the Comeragh and Dungarvan-Lismore districts.
Areas will include Ballinamult, The Nire and Ballyduff.
The council say they aim to raise awareness of responsible dog ownership and to help prevent incidents of sheep worrying, which can cause significant distress, injury, and financial loss to local farmers.
Cllr John Pratt commended the council for the initiative, saying it is great to see more of the presence of the dog warden and remind people of their obligations to have a dog licence.
An official representing the environment section told elected members that the “planned approach” will be based on CRM reports.
“So, people will be aware that they will be in the area. And if you don’t have a licence at that stage, now is the time to get it,” said the official.
An individual licence costs €20, but not having one may cost you €150 in the form of a fine.
This month’s dog warden checks are in:
- Modeligo, Cappagh, Kilgobinet
- Portlaw, Carrick Beg, Dunhill
- Fenor, Hillview, Norwood, Kilbarry Nature Park
