OFFICERS are warning dog owners walking their pets on The Maer to clean up or face a fine.

OFFICERS are warning dog owners walking their pets on The Maer to clean up or face a fine.

The message comes after police received a number of complaints about irresponsible dog owners.

Littleham neighbourhood beat manager Sallyanne Southern said the police were working closely with the local dog warden, the Littleham Together West PACT panel and the district council's Street Scene team to solve the problem.

PC Southern said: "Dog owners be aware that you are by law required to clear up after your dog or incur a fine.