Alvanley dog walkers are to see problem poo sprayed pink if they don't pick up after their pooch.
They are latest to use their free time to support Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Good Dog Ownership initiative.
Gowy councillor Eleanor Johnson said: “Community engagement was always planned to be a key part of the Council’s campaign.
“It’s wonderful the residents of Alvanley are getting involved and it’s so good to see people are saying enough is enough.
“The message is simple, bag it and bin it, any rubbish bin will do.”
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Volunteers will use chalk-based pink spray paint to highlight the problem and to let thoughtless dog owners know someone is watching.
The council’s Streetscene Team will then move in to clean up the mess.
This initiative has the added benefit of clearly pinpointing the unwanted deposits to passers-by.
Emma Tysoe, of Alvanley Parish Council said: “We recently had a stand at the Alvanley Village Fair which really helped to raise awareness of our plans.
“It was encouraging to find out that there was such a lot of support from everyone in the village.”
Anyone caught letting their dog foul can face a fine of £75.
For more information on the campaign and how to get your own Pink Poo Toolkit visit the council’s website or email PinkPoo@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk.
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