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Rise in dog attacks at lambing continues to hurt farmers

Livestock worrying continues to impact farmers financially and emotionally. Is it time for dog owners to start taking FG's 'Take the Lead' campaign seriously?

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 6 min read
A pregnant ewe, expecting twins, prior to having its ear ripped off by a dog in Plymouth.
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A pregnant ewe, expecting twins, prior to having its ear ripped off by a dog in Plymouth.

Livestock worrying A spate of dog attacks on farms across Britain has prompted anger from farmers who are continuing to deal with a crime which leaves a financial and emotional mark on the sector...

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