Cat owners should be held responsible for their pets - I don't see why they should be treated any differently to other pet owners.
Cats are regarded rather differently to dogs under the law, as they are considered to have the 'right to roam,' which means that they are not expected to be restrained or managed at all times when outside of your home or property. However, you do still have a duty of care to take all reasonable measures to ensure that your cat does not damage another person's property or cause injury.
The Environmental Protection Act of 1990 also makes provision to intervene in cases where cats cause significant nuisance in their local area in terms of noise, fouling gardens, and smells.
www.pets4homes.co.uk/pet-advice/your-pets-and-the-law.html
My daughter had a problem with a tomcat coming into her house and spraying everywhere; the smell was appalling. Speaking to the owner achieved nothing (just the usual: cats go where they please) - can you imagine if it had been a dog going into their house and peeing.
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