Mumbai, November 30: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has recently made it mandatory for pet owners to carry a poop scooper. If a dog owner is found without a scooper, he will be liable for a fine. BMC officials say that this step is taken after a number of walkers complained about the animal poop on streets and pathways. Now, it remains to be seen how this instruction is carried out in practice. Mumbai: Stray Dogs in Animal Birth Control Center Die as NGO Staff Goes on Diwali Leave.

The civic body officials recently put out a circular which says “dog owners must carry, a pet scooper while taking their dog for a walk”. Currently, Clean-up marshals can punish pet owners if their pet litter on the streets but now BMC has directed them to even penalise those who take their pets for a walk without scooper, said Times of India. Stray Dogs in Chennai Walked the Ramp For an Adoption Drive, View Cute Pics From The Great Indian Dog Show!

The city's municipality also said that pet's license would be revoked if the owner is caught thrice without scooper. A pet license is a proof that your pet is registered with the municipal corporation. Under section 191(A) of the MMC Act, it is mandatory for pet dogs to obtain a license. The BMC charges Rs 105 for providing the license and Rs 100 every year for its renewal.

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