Ewe euthanized after 'horrific' dog attack in Wales

Dyfed-Powys Police said three ewes were attacked in total

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Dyfed-Powys Police said an ewe had to be euthanized after a dog attack in Welshpool
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Dyfed-Powys Police said an ewe had to be euthanized after a dog attack in Welshpool

A sheep had to be put to sleep after a dog inflicted ‘horrific' injuries to a farmer's livestock in Wales. Dyfed-Powys Police said three ewes in total were attacked on Friday (June 30) in Welshpool....

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