Dogs are required to be on a leash in a public park or open space.
Fine Gael is calling for stricter enforcement of existing dog ownership laws in Westmeath.
Dogs are required to be on a leash in a public park or open space, and dangerous breeds must be kept securely muzzled.
It comes as a number of high profile dog attacks on children and other animals have led to a government review of the current legislation.
Athlone councillor John Dolan wants stronger regulation but says more can be done with the current bye-laws:
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