Warning to Horsham dog owners after attack on eight sheep

A new warning has gone out to dog owners from Horsham police after eight sheep were attacked in the district.
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Officers say that some of the sheep were left injured in the attack by a dog off its lead.

They are warning all owners to ensure that their dogs are kept leashed in rural areas.

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The warning follows another incident when a sheep died and two others suffered serious injuries following an attack by dogs on the South Downs near Lancing.

The dog walker was cautioned and issued vwith a community protection warning.

Police say that farmers can legally shoot dogs that are chasing livestock.