Farmers in the Ballygar area are being urged to be cautious following a sheep kill in the area by two dogs.
One ewe was reported lost in a sheep kill at Muckanagh, Ballygar in mid-February.
The farmer in question identified the dogs responsible as two collies, and the case was reported to Gardaí and the IFA.
Galway County Council has urged farmers in the area to be vigilant, and appealed to dog owners to ensure their pets are never unsupervised.
“Galway County Council’s dog warden service have been conducting door to door enquires in the area including licencing and microchipping checks.”
“However, the two dogs involved alleged to be involved in the incident have yet to be found.”
“We would ask farmers in nearby areas such as Boughil, Dereen and Islandcase to be particularly vigilant at this time.”
“We also appeal to all dog owners to ensure that their dogs are never let out unsupervised, particularly at night, and are under control at all times.”
If you witness an incident of sheep worrying or damage to livestock in Galway County, please report it immediately to Galway County Council, Tel: 091-509510, Email:
dogwardens@galwaycoco.ie and An Garda Siochána.
