Dogs Worry Livestock Awareness Week

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From Devon and Cornwall Police….

  • Did you know that this week is Dogs Worrying Livestock Awareness Week?
  • Did you know it is a criminal offence to allow your dog to worry livestock including Sheep, Cattle and Horses?
  • Did you know that allowing your dog to worry livestock could result in a dog control order for your dog which could restrict where you are able to take your dog or require it to abide by certain conditions?
  • Did you know that allowing your dog to worry livestock could result in prosecution against the dog owner?

For more information visit the Dogs Protection of Livestock Act page on this link:
Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953

The National Sheep Association also have information on their website here:
How to enjoy your dog walks – advice on avoiding a sheep worrying incident from the National Sheep Association

You are responsible for your dog.
Keep our livestock safe and enjoy the countryside responsibly.