Dogs Worrying and Chasing Livestock

In the past few weeks Country Watch has seen a large increase in dogs chasing and attacking livestock in and around our rural communities in Hampshire and Isle of Wight.
This week a resident of East Hants who owns a black Labrador was issued a Community Resolution which they agreed to pay £1250 compensation, write a letter of apology and accept a Dog Behaviour Contract after their dog chased and killed five lambs.

Please keep your dog(s) under close control or on a lead at all times, especially in the countryside where it is likely that livestock will be tending to their young at this time of year.

Kind Regards, Scott

Message Sent By
Scott Graham (Police, PC, Hampshire Country Watch)