Hull residents have been asked to provide video footage of a doorbell ringing in which dogs can be seen soiling themselves

People are being asked to send the council recordings of doorbells where they litter the dog.

According to Hull City Council, incidents “tend to increase” during the colder months and residents are now being urged to help catch irresponsible dog owners.

The council said it was a criminal offense to allow a dog to foul on any land and fail to remove it.

Anyone who fails to clean up will be fined up to £50. If the case goes to court, they could face up to £2,500.

Councilor Charles Quinn said: “Dog fouling is an abhorrent blight on our borough and we will not hesitate to issue fines to those who do not comply.

“As the night approaches, it may be tempting to compromise standards, but we must remain diligent.

“If you have witnessed anyone allowing a dog to be fouled, or have recorded video on your mobile phone, dashcam, doorbell or CCTV, please report the culprits to us immediately.”

The council’s contractor, LA Support Limited, also regularly patrols hotspots across the city to prevent dog fouling and help identify criminals.