Dog microchipping can play important role in preventing attacks
The news that the Minister for Agriculture has made it compulsory to microchip all dogs may reduce dog attacks, according to the Irish Farmers Association (IFA)
With many sheep farms at risk of dogs attacks, IFA National Sheep Committee Chairman John Lynskey said microchipping will result in more responsible dog ownership.
Minister Simon Coveney announced that all dogs will have to be microchipped by March 2016, with the scheme beginning with pups in September 2015.
The IFA Sheep Chairman said this could play a big role in preventing attacks on sheep flocks.
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“Farmers are in the middle of the peak lambing season, when sheep flocks are particularly vulnerable to dog attacks, especially during the night," he said.
“Aside from the economic losses, for which dog owners can be held liable, the welfare implications for the flock can be very severe and long-lasting. Sheep never recover fully from a dog attack and can suffer ongoing difficulties, including reproduction problems and increased nervousness affecting their general health.”
Under the Control of Dogs Act, the owner of the dog is liable for any damage caused by their animal. Farmers are also entitled to take whatever steps are necessary to protect their flocks against dog attacks.
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The news that the Minister for Agriculture has made it compulsory to microchip all dogs may reduce dog attacks, according to the Irish Farmers Association (IFA)
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With many sheep farms at risk of dogs attacks, IFA National Sheep Committee Chairman John Lynskey said microchipping will result in more responsible dog ownership.
Minister Simon Coveney announced that all dogs will have to be microchipped by March 2016, with the scheme beginning with pups in September 2015.
The IFA Sheep Chairman said this could play a big role in preventing attacks on sheep flocks.
“Farmers are in the middle of the peak lambing season, when sheep flocks are particularly vulnerable to dog attacks, especially during the night," he said.
“Aside from the economic losses, for which dog owners can be held liable, the welfare implications for the flock can be very severe and long-lasting. Sheep never recover fully from a dog attack and can suffer ongoing difficulties, including reproduction problems and increased nervousness affecting their general health.”
Under the Control of Dogs Act, the owner of the dog is liable for any damage caused by their animal. Farmers are also entitled to take whatever steps are necessary to protect their flocks against dog attacks.
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