Collecting a stray
Costs of collecting a stray
Stray dogs that have been picked up by the council and held in our kennels will incur the following costs:
| Service | Fee | Fee 01/04/2025 to 31//03/2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Collection fee for dogs | £200.00 | £200.00 |
| Statutory Fee | £25.00 | £25.00 |
| Admin Fee | £30.00 | £32.00 |
| Kennelling charges (per day or part thereof) | £28.00 | £28.00 |
Notes:
- These fees are non-vatable.
- Any vet fees incurred after the dog is collected as a stray
Please note: Proof of ownership will be required before a dog can be released. Any lost dog that has been picked up by the council, the owner will not be able to reclaim their dog outside of the office hours specified below, or until the council fees incurred for collecting and kennelling their dog have been paid.
The kennels are open for collections on Monday to Friday between 9am and midday and 1pm and 4.30pm. If the dog is not paid for and claimed by 4pm on a Friday, you will be charged for the weekend’s kennelling costs.
How to pay
Before a dog can be collected by the owner, payment must be made in full.