What to do if the police contact you about your dog
Please be aware that it is highly unlikely we can offer assistance outside normal office hours, so please do not call. We are experincing a high number of calls in the late evening and early hours of the morning.
Until we know how the police intend to proceed, there is very little we can do other than offer general guidance.
If the police attend your property or intend to seize your dog:
- Don’t sign anything without seeking legal advice first.
- Stay calm. Your dog will pick up on your emotions.
- Ask for the officer’s name and contact number, and where your dog will be taken if seized.
- Ask about the Interim Exemption Scheme (IES). This may allow your dog to remain at home rather than being kennelled. It is at the discretion of the police force and is not guaranteed.
Make sure:
- Your home and garden are secure so your dog cannot escape, including through doors or gates they may be able to open.
- Your dog is microchipped and your contact details are up to date. This is a legal requirement.
We cannot prevent a seizure or influence police decisions.
Further information:
https://deednotbreed.org.uk/dog-law__trashed/dangerous-dogs-act-section-1/
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Deed Not Breed provides general guidance, not legal advice or representation. We cannot guarantee outcomes.