Clare’s County Dog Warden says any measures that will help reduce the number of attacks by dangerous dogs would be welcome.
It comes as the local authority has indicated it will examine “whatever action is needed” to tackle the issue, as the Government continues to plan for a working group to be set up nationally to look at the problem.
Councillors expressed what were described as “serious concerns” at last evening’s monthly meeting about an apparent increase in dog attacks locally in recent times.
There were calls for extendable leads to be banned locally and for dangerous breeds muzzled.
Concerns were also raised regarding statistics which show just 50 percent of dog owners have a licence for their pet, with officials being accused of “kicking the can down the road” on the matter.
Clare County Council CEO Pat Dowling has committed to taking “whatever action is needed” to combat the problem, which may include looking at implementing new bye laws locally.
Shannon-based Independent Councillor Gerry Flynn says support is needed at national level on the issue.
Clare’s County Dog Warden says there has been a significant increase in dog attacks over the past five to six years, as a result of animals on the dangerous dogs list being brought into the country.
Frankie Coote hast yet engaged with the Council on the matter, but says any measures aimed at preventing further dog attacks would be welcome.
