Dog owners warned following sheep deaths

 

 

NFU Cymru has received reports of sheep worrying across the country, which are causing even greater concern to local farmers as the lambing season gets under way.

 

NFU Cymru Group Secretary Gareth Williams said: “We need the cooperation of the public to help to eliminate sheep worrying, which has become a perennial issue. While we understand dog owners need to exercise their pets and enjoy walking in the countryside, they should understand the need to keep dogs on leads when around farm animals. It should be common sense.

 

“Walkers need to be aware of the risk unleashed dogs pose to sheep and lambs. They can chase, attack, maim and kill. It’s a situation that cannot be allowed to continue, so we are asking responsible walkers and dog owners to report those who transgress.”

 

NFU Cymru has produced dog warning signs in Welsh and English for farmers who keep livestock in fields that have public rights of way running through them. The durable signs can be placed on fences and posts and obtained free of charge by calling NFU CallFirst on 0870 8458458.