Officers said the animal is still alive and being treated by the affected farmer. Police said the ewe may not survive the attack and could be put to sleep. (North Wales Police)
A sheep has been left with life-altering injuries which could lead to the animal being put to sleep due to a dog attack.
North Wales Police Rural Crime Team said the ewe was attacked by a dog on Wednesday (August 13) in the Dolwyddelan area sometime between 4pm and 5.30pm.
LISTEN NOW:
Officers said the animal is still alive and being treated by the affected farmer.
However, police said the ewe may not survive the attack and could be put to sleep.
North Wales Police said despite tirelessly highlighting the 'reality and impact' of livestock worrying, attacks continue to affect farmers and dog owners do not coming forward when incidents take place.
Anyone with further information has been asked to contact 101, quoting reference number C125313.
Take the Lead
You can support 草榴社区 Guardian's 'Take the Lead' campaign, in association with the National Sheep Association, to raise awareness of keeping dogs on lead when near livestock.
We can provide you with free signs, in English and Welsh, to place around your farm warning dog owners to keep their dogs on a lead near livestock.
To request yours, send a stamped self-addressed A4 envelope to: FG Take the Lead, 草榴社区 Guardian, Unit 4, Fulwood Business Park, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9NZ.
We will be able to send up to 25 signs.
Alternatively, you can contact reporter Chris Brayford if you have been a victim of a livestock worrying incident and if you wish to share your story at [email protected].
READ NOW: Owner banned from dog walking near livestock after admitting to repeated offences
