I am writing to embarrass, I hope, the thoughtless people who walk their dogs on the green area / playground / children’s football area in Venner Avenue, Northwood

How can they not clear up after their dogs?

The council has placed a dog waste bin on the area, so there is no excuse.

They do not even have to carry their little parcels away.

Many children, my own grandchild included, often use this area for exercise and playtime with their friends on their way home from school.

It is completely beyond my understanding why anyone would leave dog mess there for the children to step in, roll in or fall over on. The health issues are simply awful.

So, come on dog owners, do your bit for the community and please clear up after your dogs and let the kids have a safe, healthy area to play in.

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