A major crackdown will snare hundreds more Dundonians who let their dogs foul the city’s streets and parks.
The council announced the drive to catch those who fail to clean up after their pets amid claims enforcement is not going far enough.
Despite council officers having the power to fine people up to £60 for leaving behind their dog’s mess, fewer than 50 penalties were imposed last year.
A new action plan could see professional dog walkers registered and their licences to use the city’s parks revoked if they breach the rules.
To tackle the rising menace, more staff will be trained to dish out the fines. Wardens have also spread their anti-dog mess operation into other fouling hotspots and 10 people have been caught in the last fortnight alone.
The fledgling scheme has received cross-party backing from the city’s councillors.
Maryfield member Ken Lynn said: “I have really noticed in the last couple of years an increase in dog fouling in Stobswell and the rest of the ward.”
Councillor Richard McCready said: “We need to make sure we have enough resources.
“Something that really upsets people is the lack of availability of dog waste bags. You couldn’t get any in Dawson Park and the people who run youth groups there say they have problems with dog poo on pitches.”