Denbighshire County Council and the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB are reminding dog owners to act responsibly as more people prepare to visit the area’s countryside hotspots during the Easter holidays.
Both bodies are urging
people to follow important advice to keep pets on leads whilst walking through
the countryside following reported incidents last year at land around Moel
Famau.
Livestock worrying, where
dogs disturb and chase sheep, is illegal. Any dogs caught worrying livestock
can be destroyed and the owners can be prosecuted.
Visitors should make themselves
aware of what restrictions and guidelines are in place at the area they visit
and to keep themselves and others safe. People should also check ahead to see
if countryside facilities are open and also park responsibly in designated
areas.
Councillor Win Mullen
James, Denbighshire Cabinet Lead Member for Local Development and Planning,
said: “We do know that many dog owners visiting our countryside areas are
respectful and take care to keep their pets on a lead and I would like to thank
them for making this effort.
“However, there is a
minority who do not follow the rules and we are urging them to remember that
they are ultimately responsible for their dog while walking through the
countryside.
“Dog owners who ignore
the rules and let their pets worry livestock in the area can be prosecuted and
their dog legally shot if caught in the act. This is extremely distressing to
all and an outcome we want to work to prevent.
“If you are bringing your
dog, please always plan ahead if visiting our countryside, know the land you
are going to walk through, respect the countryside code and always keep your
dog on a lead.”
For more information, visit https://www.clwydianrangeanddeevalleyaonb.org.uk/
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