Patrols stepped up as grieving families face distressing scenes at loved ones’ graves.
Dog owners are being urged to show respect after a worrying increase in reports of dogs fouling on and around graves at Fylde’s cemetery and crematorium.
Fylde Council says the cemetery is a place where families come to remember and reflect on loved ones they have lost – and discovering dog mess during a visit is something no one should have to experience.
While the vast majority of responsible dog owners do the right thing, the council says a small minority are spoiling the peaceful surroundings for others.
Visitors walking their dogs are being reminded to:
🐾 Keep dogs on a lead at all times.
🐾 Keep them away from graves.
🐾 Always bag up and bin dog waste.
The warning comes with a financial sting too. Anyone who fails to clean up after their dog could be hit with a £100 fixed penalty notice.
Fylde Council has also confirmed that officers will be carrying out patrols around the cemetery and crematorium to help tackle the problem.
The message is simple: show respect for those who have passed away – and for the families who come to remember them.
If you see someone failing to clean up after their dog, you can report it at https://ow.ly/ZpwG50ZT4y5
