We will not give permission for pets that are thought to be dangerous to the public or where the animal has ever caused injury to a person, or where there is legislation to restrict pets of a certain type. We may deal with this as anti-social behaviour following initial assessment.

Livestock or animals that are not domesticated are usually not allowed, with some exceptions for hens or pigeons.

Pets such as cats coming into your garden is not dealt with as anti-social behaviour, neither is a pet occasionally escaping from its cage or pen. We do expect that living arrangements for pets are maintained and suitable for their needs.

We reserve the right to withdraw permission for pets where they are not being cared for correctly, they are causing damage to the property, or where they are at risk of causing injury to visitors to the home. If you are concerned about the wellbeing of a pet, you can report this to the RSPCA.

Dog fouling may be dealt with as anti-social behaviour, but we would expect you to speak with the pet owner in the first instance in a calm manner. If the fouling continues, then you could download a ‘Dear Neighbour’ card below,  or having mediation arranged by us may help. If these approaches don’t work, then this can be reported to us or the local council:

• Leeds Council
• Kirklees Council
• Wakefield Council
• North Yorkshire Council

Noise from pets such as dogs barking, may be dealt with as anti-social behaviour if it goes on for long periods of time. See the Noise section of this anti-social behaviour directory for more information.

More information is available in our Pets Policy below: