Dog owners are being warned to avoid this mistake or risk being handed a £100 on-the-spot fine.
A recent change in regulations means that dog owners who regularly walk through parks and nature reserves could be caught out.
Following a rise in Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) being put in place across the UK, there are now strong regulations over owners cleaning up after dogs.
It comes as community enforcement experts at Kingdom Local Authority Support are reminding owners to always take two dog poo bags when walking their pets.
Dog owners warned of costly mistake
The new regulations mean it is now a legal requirement for owners to clean up after their dogs and make them liable to be asked for proof of poo bags if asked by council officials or enforcement officers.
If you are unable to provide evidence of a poo bag while walking your dog in a public space, you could be handed a £100 fixed penalty notice on the spot.
John Roberts, Chief Operating Officer at Kingdom Local Authority Support (LAS), said: “Given these new rules are being increasingly adopted by councils across the country, our advice, at Kingdom, is to bring at least two bags on each dog walk.
"Unfortunately, there are a portion of people who intentionally and repeatedly breach these rules.
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"We want people to be aware that a PSPO could have been brought into their local area, and a breach of these rules would constitute an immediate FPN of up to £100.
"To not get caught out, we’d advise bringing at least two to avoid receiving a fine, even if you’re just out for a short walk.
"It’s important people think and ensure they are being responsible.
"Your dog’s waste is your responsibility and will be recognised as such by enforcement officers."
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