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Several sheep killed in dog attack in Louth
Niamh Murphy
Kill described as "a direct result of irresponsible dog ownership" by council.
30 April 2024 News
SSE Renewables to sponsor Irish National Sheep Dog Trials
SSE Renewables has been announced as the Irish National Sheep Dog Trials principal sponsor this year. The August event will see 150 sheep dogs and handlers showcase their abilities.
22 April 2024 News
Awareness campaign for dog owners important, but more needed - IFA
IFA sheep chair Adrian Gallagher said that it is important to remind dog owners of their responsibilities and ensuring their dogs are under control at all times.
New campaign to remind dog owners of their responsibilities
Dog owners are to be reminded that they are responsible for controlling their dogs at all times.
22 April 2024 News
IFA demands urgent intervention as sheep kills increase
The lack of robust enforcement of existing laws continues to allow dogs to run riot on farms across the country, IFA sheep chair Adrian Gallagher has said.
19 April 2024 News
Dog attack kills 10 sheep in Tipperary
A Tipperary farmer has lost 10 sheep after two dogs attacked and killed them, costing him €2,000.
17 April 2024 News
IFA launches 'no dogs allowed' campaign for 2024
IFA sheep chair Adrian Gallagher has reminded dog owners that they are “fully liable” for any damages caused to farmers and their livestock.
6 March 2024 News
Dog attacks on livestock double
The latest figures on dog attacks on livestock have been released by NFU Mutual
28 February 2024 Northern Ireland
Farmers devastated after 14 sheep killed in Wexford dog attack
Neighbouring farms in Murrintown, just outside Wexford town and close to Johnstown Castle, saw the loss of 14 sheep on Friday night in a frenzied attack. Brendan Furlong reports.
6 February 2024 News
Letter highlighting the losses to sheep farmers from dog attacks
"Letter to the Minister for Agriculture" - Patrick Harrington, Ballincollig, Kielduff, Tralee, Co Kerry
31 January 2024 Letters
Longford County Council issues warning after dogs attack sheep
Longford IFA sheep representative Luke Casey wants local people not to leave their dogs “wandering freely all day”.
27 January 2024 News
Gardaí investigating 'harmful and serious' badger baiting
Badger baiting is a practice where badgers are dug out of their sets and captured by people to be used to fight with dogs.
25 January 2024 News