Dangerous Dogs
In this section of our website you'll find information about dangerous dogs, and how Hackney Council is working to promote responsible dog ownership.
Follow the links below for more information on:
- how to report a dangerous dog
- dog attacks - how to prevent them and what to do if you witness one
- keeping dangerous dogs legally
- dog control orders
- the Hackney Responsible Dog Ownership project
If you need any more information about dangerous dogs you can contact us using the details to the right.
Dangerous Dogs Act
Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, it is an offence to allow a dog of any breed to be dangerously out of control in a public place.
If you have concerns regarding a dangerous dog, please contact us (see details to the right) and tell us:
- where and when the dog was last seen
- what the behaviour of the dog was
- a description of the dog (i.e. breed, size, colour, distinguishing features)
- any known information regarding the owner.
Banned Types
Four types of dog were also banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991:
- the Pit Bull Terrier
- the Japanese tosa
- the Dogo Argentino
- the Fila Brasileiro
Dog attack injuries
If you or another person have been injured by a dog, this becomes a criminal matter and the local police need to be contacted to take the matter further. Find out more about reporting dangerous dogs and dog attacks.
Page updated: 9 May 2011
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