Any unattended dog in a public place is classed as a stray dog. If the Dog Warden finds a stray dog, he will collect it and take it to the Council’s appointed holding kennels at Carlton Forest Boarding Kennels.

We recognise that there are times when a dog could get out and the owner has been responsible by providing a means of identification such as a collar and tag or microchip.  Because of this, where the correct owner is identified and can be contacted immediately we will try to return the dog home.  Where a dog cannot be identified or returned to the owner (or the dog has been allowed to stray repeatedly) it will be taken to the kennels.  There will be a release fee and kennelling charge to pay when you reclaim your dog. 

How do I get my dog back?

If I find a stray dog what should I do?

If you find a dog during office hours (Monday to Friday 8.40 to 5pm)

You should inform the Dog Warden straight away on 01909 533219 or 01777 713764 or complete our dog warden service online form.  The Dog Warden will collect the dog and will attempt to reunite it with its owner if it is wearing a collar and tag or has a micro-chip with the owners details on.

If you find a dog out of office hours

If you find a stray dog and are unable to keep it safe until the Dog Warden can collect it, you may take the dog to the kennels.  Please telephone the kennels before calling so that kennels staff can be available to accept the dog.

Carlton Forest Boarding Kennels

Glebe House

Blyth Road

Worksop, Nottinghamshire

S81 0TP

Mobile: 07811117067

Tel:  01909 731792

Missing Dogs

If you have lost a dog we may be able to help you locate it.  Please telephone the Dog Warden on telephone number 01909 533219 or 01777 713764 or complete our dog warden service online form.

If your dog has been collected by the Dog Warden and it is not wearing a collar and tag with your correct name and address, it will be taken to Carlton Forest Kennels.  In addition, your dog may have been taken to the kennels if it has been found by a member of the public.  You may contact the kennels direct on 01909 731792 to check if they have your dog.

What if the Dog Warden has not got my dog?

Other organisations that may be able to help you find your dog could include:

• RSPCA (Royal Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals)
• Doglost is an internet based Dog Registration scheme which not only actively helps you find your dog, but also informs you of other missing dogs in your area as they are reported missing
• Local Animal Shelters: Check your local telephone directory for the number.
• Neighbouring Council's Dog Wardens: Check your telephone directory for the number
• Nottinghamshire Police