Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner Welcomes Law Changes to Protect Livestock

Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner welcomes law changes to protect livestock

Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner welcomes new UK laws increasing penalties for dog attacks on livestock, aiming to protect farms and wildlife.

North Yorkshire Police advise "keep your dogs on a lead around livestock" as new law comes into effect

A major update to the law relating to dogs attacking livestock comes into effect today.

New law around dog attacks on livestock comes into effect

A MAJOR update to the law relating to dogs attacking livestock comes into effect today.

Warning for dog owners as strengthened law to protect farm animals takes effect

Dog owners are being reminded by police to keep their pets on a short lead near farm animals as new legislation comes into effect.

Tougher Laws On Dogs Worrying Livestock Come Into Effect

A major update to the law relating to dogs attacking livestock has come into effect. The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act 2025 is designed to combat the rising number of dog attacks on farm animals. Key changes include: Definition of ‘worrying’: Physical contact is not required for an offence. ‘Worrying’ includes chasing, running at, or causing fear or panic to livestock. Definition of ‘livestock’: The law now explicitly includes …

Tougher dog laws 'historic win' for farmers

NFU Cymru has welcomed a new law giving police and courts greater powers to tackle livestock worrying and dog attacks on farm animals.