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Hundreds of livestock maimed or killed by dogs
Amy Forde
New figures from the Department of Rural Development show over 730 farm animals were attacked by dogs last year.
22 October 2024 News
Two dog attacks on Wicklow sheep farms in 48 hours
The Irish Farmers Journal spoke to Peter Behan after the two separate incidents took place on Wicklow sheep farms in the space of 48 hours.
23 September 2024 News
Stronger laws needed to curb attacks on sheep - IFA
Dog owners should be aware that they are liable for the damage and losses caused by their dogs when cattle and sheep are worried or killed, the IFA has said.
15 sheep killed in south Dublin dog attack
The incident happened on the afternoon of Friday 13 September between 3pm and 5pm during which two large dogs from a neighbour’s house attacked a flock of sheep.
17 September 2024 News
Almost 1,000 dog attacks on livestock in NI
Despite the large number of livestock worrying cases reported to authorities, the figures show that very few investigations lead to prosecutions.
4 September 2024 Northern Ireland
Government action needed on dog attacks on livestock - IFA
IFA national sheep chair Adrian Gallagher has called on the Government to do more and said farmers face an uphill battle as dog attacks on livestock escalate.
15 May 2024 News