Monmouthshire farmer reporting a loss of 50 ewes

Lead by Example – Responsible dog owners should consider other animals

  • Last year saw an increase in the number of reported dog attacks on livestock [1] , with one Monmouthshire farmer reporting a loss of 50 ewes and their unborn lambs in January 2021
  • Whilst 42% of owners think dogs should be on a lead around livestock, only a quarter actually do so
  • 1 in 5 (19%) dog owners say their dog has killed another animal and 70% have witnessed
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