Petition · past parliament · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Require dogs be on leads at all times in public places
Closed
376 signatures
What the petition asks
There have been reports of an increase in dogs attacking other dogs whilst off the leash.
Until dog owners exercise more responsibility towards their dogs, I would like it made a law that dog owners must keep their dogs on a lead in public places.
I have witnessed a dog owner let a dog off the leash and ask, "Has your dog been castrated." At the same time, stating her dog was "in season".
Dogs should only be allowed off the lead on private property, or in designated 'enclosures'.
I have witnessed a dog owner let a dog off the leash and ask, "Has your dog been castrated." At the same time, stating her dog was "in season".
Dogs should only be allowed off the lead on private property, or in designated 'enclosures'.
Timeline
| 15 Aug 2022 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 1 Mar 2023 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
376
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
15 Aug 2022
Closed
1 Mar 2023
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.