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Poorly trained lockdown dogs blamed for rise in livestock attacks

The National Sheep Association ( NSA) warns a rise in behavioural issues in pet dogs bought during the pandemic could be linked to a spike in sheep worrying

Rachael Brown
clock 鈥� 1 min read
Poorly trained lockdown dogs blamed for rise in livestock attacks

Sheep farmers across the UK are faced with the ongoing stress and worry associated with livestock attacks. Evidence gathered by the NSA shows its members have reported a worrying rise in attacks on their...

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