Report dog-related incidents
It is against the law for a dog to be dangerously out of control, whether in public or private.
Immediate danger
Call 999 if a dog is:
- dangerously out of control
- attacking a person
- attacking an assistance dog
- on a main road or motorway
How do I report…
an attack by a dog on a person
If the attack is happening now, call 999.
Otherwise:
- online – fill in the report a crime or incident form
- by phone – call 101
an attack by a dog on an assistance dog
If the attack is happening now, call 999.
Otherwise:
- online – fill in the report a crime or incident form
- by phone – call 101
an attack on a dog by another dog
The police will not deal with an attack by a dog on another dog.
a dangerously out of control dog
If the attack is happening now, call 999.
Otherwise:
- online – fill in the report a crime or incident form
- by phone – call 101
a dog on a main road or motorway
Call 999.
a dog that has been hit by a vehicle
If a dog has been hit by a car and the driver has exchanged details with the dog owner, you do not need to call the police.
If details are not exchanged:
- online – fill in the report an accident on the road form
- by phone – call 101
a stray, lost or found dog
Contact your local council.
dog fouling
Contact your local council.
a barking dog
Contact your local council.
a dangerous dog breed
In England or Wales, it is illegal – unless you have an exemption certificate – to own or possess any of the following dog breeds:
- Fila Brasileiro
- Dogo Argentino
- Japanese Tosa
- Pit Bull Terrier
- XL Bully
Alternatively, if you own or suspect someone else owns a banned dog breed, call 101.