MANY people who operate their own yard or have horses will also have a dog. Dogs are great companions and are also great for security. However, with dog ownership comes the responsibility of keeping your dog under control at home and out in public.

Every year roaming dogs create a serious menace to sheep. The risk of damage to sheep is always multiplied at this time of year because it is time for lambing. On Wednesday, March 2nd, Gerry Ryan from Tipperary discovered that his flock was the victim of a dog attack.