DOG OWNERS are being warned their animal could be killed if it is found to be in the presence of sheep, even if it has not physically attacked them or chased them.
The warning comes at the start of a campaign launched on Monday February 13 by the Scottish Partnership Against Rural Crime, in conjunction with Police Scotland, Scottish Natural Heritage, the National Farmers’ Union Scotland, Scottish Land and Estates and the Kennel Club to raise awareness among dog owners about the devastating effects of livestock worrying.
The campaign seeks to highlight to dog owners who live in or walk their pets in the countryside that they must act responsibly and keep their dogs under close control.