DNA database for dogs

Cracking down on dog muck: Councils start using DNA tests to catch owners that let pets foul in streets and parks

• Authorities in the UK, Spain, Italy and the US have introduced DNA testing
• Dogs are given mouth swabs so they can be put onto a DNA database
• Forensic style testing then matches waste left on the streets to dogs
• It means owners can be prosecuted for failing to clean up after their pets