Broadland District Council and South Norfolk Council have received the coveted RSPCA Gold PawPrint Award for its stray dog service for the fourth year in a row.
Only 14 councils across the whole of the UK have achieved Gold status. Animal Warden Services deliver both councils' stray dog service and work together with the councils as a key partner to help reunite owners and their dogs. Since 2008, the RSPCA has run its PawPrint Award scheme for local authorities, recognising good practice and outstanding animal welfare concerning stray dogs and their owners from Local authorities in England and Wales. There are three levels for the award: Bronze, Silver and Gold, each level carrying progressively more demanding criteria.The awards recognise local councils who have clear procedures in place ensuring the welfare of all stray dogs and who show a clear consistency of service. It also recognises and rewards local authorities that put animal welfare first, reducing long-term straying and providing help, education, and advice, to owners.Cllr Keith Kiddie, South Norfolk Council's Cabinet Member for Cleaner, Safer Environment said:
"Receiving this award for the fourth year in a row is a proud achievement for us and demonstrates that our Animal Warden Services consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that dogs and their owners are reunited."
Jan Davis, Broadland District Council's Cabinet Member for Environmental Excellence, said:
"This Gold award is testament to the quality of our Animal Warden Service and their continuous hard work on behalf of the Council. I'm delighted that our dedication to protecting and promoting animal welfare has been recognised once again."
Promoted by Jan Davis on behalf of Broadland Green Party, a constituent party of the Green Party of England & Wales PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ