Talks on tougher legislation to tackle worrying
A consultation on new legislation to tackle the growing problem of livestock worrying is being brought forward by a Highlands and Islands MSP.
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Public warned to keep dogs under control following death of more sheep on Fife farms
Dog walkers are being warned to keep their pets under control following another spate of sheep worrying incidents on farms across Fife.
Study reveals “shocking low” rate of rural crime convictions
Only 19 people across Scotland were convicted of livestock worrying offences last year, despite 175 cases being reported to police.
Sheep put down following horrific dog attack on Fife farm
Police in Fife have highlighted a concerning increase in dog attacks on livestock after the latest ended in a sheep having to be put down.
Dog shot after sheep worrying incident in Perthshire
A pet dog was shot dead by a Perthshire farmer on Sunday during yet another suspected sheep worrying incident.
Owners warned to control dogs amid rise in sheep worrying across Fife
A Fife farmer lost his prize pregnant ewe in a horrific dog attack.
Women charged after alleged sheep worrying incidents in Stonehaven area
Police have charged two women over separate alleged incidents of sheep-worrying in the Stonehaven area.
Woman, 49, charged over death of sheep
A 49-year-old woman has been charged following the death of a sheep at a Perthshire farm.
Sheep dies in Perthshire worrying incident
A sheep has been killed in a suspected worrying incident in Perthshire.
Lambing season warning to dog owners after ewe mauled in Fife
A Fife shepherd has described the moment he found one of his flock mauled by dogs.