National

Dog Warden

Association

(Scotland)

The NDWA was established in 1984 and is committed to the promotion of responsible dog ownership and the important and continuing role of Animal/Dog Wardens.

Following Devolution of Animal Welfare to the Scottish Parliament we became a separate organisation in Scotland while maintaining links to our colleagues in the rest of the UK.

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Purpose of the Site

The NDWA (Scotland) website has been set up to keep members of the public informed as to the role of the dog warden within society. Dog wardens primarily deal with the following

Stray Dogs
Dog Fouling
Dog Barking
Out of Control Dogs
Public Education
Licensing (of animal related premises such as kennels and pet shops)

Perhaps the most important role of a dog warden is the promotion of responsible dog ownership. Dog wardens across Scotland are working daily to educate the public on the benefits of being a responsible dog owner. In doing so, new and existing dog owners are showing greater awareness of legislation and taking more responsibility for their pet.

The NDWA is committed to the belief that nobody should handle a dog in a professional capacity unless they have received appropriate training or are suitably experienced to do so. In addition, employers should not allow staff to carry out any enforcement duties without

Buying a Dog

Owning a dog can be a very rewarding experience and dogs make excellent companion animals. However, it is important that people fully understand the implications and responsibilities of dog ownership prior to making a commitment.

Legislation

In the UK, numerous pieces of legislation relate to dogs and dog ownership. Responsible dog owners should be aware of such legislation and their broad implications. The following are some of the legislative controls in place to tackle well-known dog related problems.

Lost or Found Dogs

Losing a pet can be a stressful time for both dog owner and dog alike. Often the owner has no idea who they should contact to report their dog as missing. Similarly, members of the public who find a straying dog can be unsure what to do. The FAQ that follows should help answer these questions.