Our Pet-Friendly Poundbury Community

Poundbury is home to many beloved pets and their families, and our beautiful shared spaces reflect the care our community takes in maintaining them together. As pet owners, we're part of what makes our neighborhood such a welcoming place for everyone.

Creating Spaces We All Love

When we take care of our community spaces, we create an environment where families can enjoy parks, children can play safely, and our pets can thrive. Regular cleanup helps maintain the health and beauty of our green areas while ensuring everyone feels comfortable using these spaces.

Pet waste cleanup is particularly important for public health, especially in areas where children play. Dorset Council's Public Spaces Protection Orders support these efforts, with fines of up to £100 for those who don't clean up after their pets.

New Community Resource: Doggy Bag Dispensers

This summer, thanks to volunteers Paul Coggins and Norman Reid, and support from the Duchy, MANCO agents and Poundbury Litterpickers, we're launching a trial project as a backup for those occasional moments when you might find yourself unexpectedly caught out. Community-supported doggy bag dispensers will be installed near several of our key green spaces, providing emergency bags along with maps showing the nearest disposal bins--and we are also persevering with requests for additional bins.

While pet owners are expected to come prepared with their own supplies, these dispensers offer peace of mind for those rare occasions when you've forgotten bags or experienced an unexpected situation. This community-requested initiative reflects our commitment to supporting responsible pet ownership while maintaining the spaces we all enjoy.

Building on Our Success

Our community already demonstrates excellent stewardship of our shared spaces. This collaborative approach—where pet owners, families, and neighbours all contribute to maintaining our environment—is what makes Poundbury special.

Every small action, from proper waste disposal to encouraging others in positive pet ownership practices, strengthens our community bonds and keeps our spaces beautiful for everyone to enjoy.

For more community resources and information, visit the Support & Guidance section of the LovePoundbury Virtual Community Hub.