[Neil]

I would expect the council would need a court order to force me to give a dna sample from my dog so I don't see how this would work.

I totally agree with all dogs having a sensible priced license, micro chipping and DNA record but this should be sorted by the government. Not just for sorting out dog mess areas but also for dealing with dog attacks on people and other animals.

I would go as far as impounding any non licensed dogs and destroying them within 4 weeks if not licensed and collected by the owners.