New educational course seeks to address dog attacks on livestock in Wales

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"Responsible dog ownership is an essential aspect of effective dog control and has positive impacts on the dog's health and welfare."
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"Responsible dog ownership is an essential aspect of effective dog control and has positive impacts on the dog's health and welfare."

The Welsh Government has welcomed the introduction of a new course as part of a bid to reduce livestock worrying on farm. Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said the Welsh Government has worked...

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