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incidents have risen in the last year, which have been linked to an increase in countryside visitors and a surge in dog ownership during the covid-19 pandemic, with many people unaware of how their dogs will behave around livestock. NFU Mutual statistics reveal the cost of dog attacks on farm animals increased by over 10 per cent in 2020, with 64 per cent of owners walking their dog off-lead with half admitting their dog doesn’t always come back when called. “With millions more people walking in the countryside as covid restrictions continue and an increase in dog ownership, we have seen many more horrific attacks resulting in large numbers of sheep being killed and a trail of horrific injuries,” said Rebecca Davidson, rural affairs specialist at NFU Mutual. “These attacks cause unbearable suffering to farm animals as well as huge anxiety for farmers and their families as they deal with the aftermath. It’s a critical time in the farming calendar and there is widespread concern as we enter the peak lambing season, that there will be a surge in new visitors who are simply unaware of the countryside code or how their dog will behave around farm animals. “We want people to enjoy the countryside as it’s so important for people’s wellbeing. It’s vital that dog owners act responsibly and keep dogs on a lead whenever there is a possibility livestock are nearby.” She added: “Even if a dog doesn’t make physical contact, the distress and exhaustion of the chase can cause sheep to die or miscarry their lambs. “It’s important that owners realise that all dog breeds, not just the big, fierce-looking ones, are capable of attacking livestock, or chasing them. “Although we had seen some encouraging decreases in the overall UK cost of livestock attacks over the last two years, sadly 2020 has seen an upward trend.”
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WANTED Elderly couple wish to rent house or bungalow, radius of 15 miles of Castle Cary (country), Excellent refrences 01373 813091
GROUND FLOOR TWO BED HOLIDAY FLAT. West Bay, telephone 01963 23456
CHUBBS HOUSE Shaftesbury is a sheltered accommodation of 21 Flats and is a registered Almshouse run by Shaftesbury Municipal Charities. The House is for independent living and situated close to the town centre, owing to extensive refurbishing Chubbs have vacancies for 1 bedroom flats, applications are invited from persons 55+ years. For further details and an application form ring 01747853374 or email clerk@chubbshouse.org.uk
RURAL 1 BED STUDIO offered in return for dog walking and light gardening, would suit semi-retired. 07711671044 or email joecurtis1412@icloud.com
APRIL ON FARM FODDER SALE TUESDAY 20TH APRIL – ENTRIES WELCOME APRIL TIMED ONLINE COLLECTIVE AUCTION THURSDAY 29TH APRIL – ENTRIES WELCOME
Already entered to date including 2 part dispersal sales:
Valtra T214 (68), Valtra T203 (14), Valtra N121 (57), Massey Ferguson 6475 (59), Massey Ferguson 6180, New Holland T7.200, McCormick X7.460 with loader (17), CAT 357D Telehandler (69), Iseki TG 6490, Iseki Scraper Tractor, John Deere 1630, Claas Senator 60 Combine 10’ Header, Grasstech GT120 Zero-Grazer (19), Shelbourne Cubicle Bedder 300 (14), Major 2050gln Vacuum Tanker, Ca琀le Handling Equipment, Feeders, 150 Lots of Tools & Bygones, etc
Contact Greg Ridout 07817 517467 or Rachael Holder 07772 310482 for entries and further informa琀on. TO LET
Horsington Tender 12 April
A range of Tradi琀onal and Modern Farm Buildings and 109.19 acres (44.19 ha.) Available to let by tender in 2 Lots on a 6 year FBT.
Edward Dyke, Sturminster Newton 01258 472244. FOR SALE
Holnest Guide £10,000
0.57 acres of mixed broadleaf woodland with road frontage.
Andrew Tun, Sturminster Newton 01258 472244 Looking for Farm Finance?
We are proud to work with AMC the leading supplier of long-term funding for the agricultural sector. As AMC Agents, we can provide you with tailored funding to support most rural business ac琀vi琀es. You’ll bene昀t from simple, 昀exible and a昀ordable lending to support your consolida琀on, growth or diversi昀ca琀on plans.
Contact Edward Dyke: 01258 472244
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