Police in Ayrshire have issued a reminder about livestock ‘worrying’ following a recent incident on Arran.
Officers are reminding dog owners of the law around livestock, and their responsibility to ensure attacks and worrying don’t happen, after the incident in Brodick.
A police spokesperson said: “Worrying is the phrase used when a dog attacks or worries livestock in rural and farmland areas.
“This usually occurs in the countryside when dogs are off leads or roaming without an owner or person in charge of them.
“Whilst many owners are unaware of their dogs’ impact on livestock, it is their responsibility to ensure attacks and worrying don’t happen.
“We are committed to tackling rural crime – particularly livestock attacks and worrying.”
Call 999 if a crime is ongoing and animals are being injured. To report a crime that isn’t ongoing, call 101 or submit an online Contact Us form on the Police Scotland website.
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