Running since 2008, the RSPCA’s flagship PawPrints awards remains the only scheme of its kind, recognising local authorities and public bodies for going above and beyond to deliver world-class animal welfare services. The awards are split into five categories: stray dog services, housing, contingency planning,
animal activity licensing, and kenneling. Each category has three levels: bronze, silver and gold - with each carrying progressively more challenging criteria.
Cllr Tim Hoskin, Executive Member for Environmental Sustainability, said, “I’m incredibly proud that we have been awarded an upgraded Gold-level Pawprints Award this year, which acts to evidence the diligent efforts of our officers in protecting and enhancing the lives of the animals in our district.
As we work to uphold our highest standards of animal welfare, the council will continue to strive for further improvement on behalf of every animal in East Herts, as well as for the many residents who hold great consideration for the pets and wildlife in our local communities and environments they call home.”
East Herts Council is one of just 66 public bodies to receive a PawPrints Award this year and received one of the 52 Gold-level awards distributed.
