The BBC says Israelis have found DNA tests of dog feces to be an effective method for pet control:

Authorities in Petah Tikva, near Tel Aviv, are setting up a special DNA database of local dogs.

They will use the data to match dogs’ droppings to owners – and punish those who do not clean up after their pets.

The system is said to be voluntary:

At the moment providing a DNA sample was up to individual dog owners, but the city was considering making it compulsory, she added.

Funny. This seems like a good use of technology. Combined with video surveillance, the dog poop threat might finally be under control. Worth the cost? The BBC suggests the cost of cleanup by UK councils is over £22m a year.

Will they next take fingerprints from garbage?

Davi