East England agribusiness leaders have urged dog owners to keep their pets under control to prevent sheep from being injured or killed during the grazing season.

Spring is the peak time for worrying livestock when dogs chase or attack sheep, causing stress, injury, and death. The Country Land and Business Association, a membership organization for land, real estate, and rural businesses in England and Wales, says sheep poorly cope with stressful situations and may even die from shock within a few days after the incident. It can also have a negative effect on farmers having to cope with veterinary bills and see how their animals are suffering.

Therefore, CLA East, representing thousands of landowners, farmers, and rural businesses in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire, asked dog owners to be aware of potential risks and take the necessary precautions.

“The owner is responsible for keeping his dog under control, and we are also raising awareness of the potential consequences of failure. “Concern for livestock is a criminal offense and a fine may be imposed,” the Country Land and Business Association said. CLA East Regional Director Ben Underwood added: “It is important that every case of cattle is reported to the police. This will create a more accurate picture of the magnitude of the problem and help the police and government determine what resources and powers are needed to effectively solve the problem. ”