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Several livestock worrying incidents have taken place across Mid Devon in the last few weeks

The partnership will allow users of the app to see where livestock may be present during their dog walks while also providing tips for how to approach these areas

After receiving an unusual letter from the RSPCA regarding sheep worrying, the Buckfastleigh farmer had to explain that his sheepdog was in fact not causing distress to his own sheep

²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian's livestock editor, Angela Calvert, highlights the impact of sheep worrying on farmer's mental health

For the first time the NSA’s sheep worrying survey gathered data from the UK’s dog-owning public to better understand how to target trends and behaviours of those at risk of causing distress to livestock

As harsher penalties are set to be introduced, the organisation says its survey aims to continue supporting farmers and raising awareness

The National Sheep Association (NSA) has warned the public that a ‘single moment of inattention can lead to devastating consequences’

Ms Brandreth has written for ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian on the devastation of livestock worrying, why current legislation is outdated, and how her Private Members' Bill could make a significant difference for farmers in the future

This week from ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian acting editor Katie Jones

This NSA Sheep Worrying by Dogs Awareness Week, we revisit our special livestock worrying podcast which clarifies farmers' rights and responsibilities, and potential industry reforms to tackle the issue