Not To Be Sniffed At?

The Covid pandemic lockdowns have resulted in a great increase in the numbers of people in the UK buying dogs (https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/jan/30/excremental-growth-uk-sniffs-a-pandemic-puppy-poo-problem). There is nothing wrong with having a dog (for companionship and exercise) but many of the new owners are not proving fastidious by cleaning up after their animals. The problem is compounded by pressures on local councils. Provision of waste bags for poo and their collection are consequently not high priorities. The UK has about 9 million dogs. It has been estimated their total daily faecal production is more than 3000 tonnes of evil-smelling and bacteria-ridden material. Even, when bagged, dog poo is put into landfill where it cannot degrade. If dog poo is not bagged, it is a health hazard, especially for children, who often use the same areas. It would be a good idea if people assumed more responsibility for their pet's business, especially in the present circumstances.