Hi Nigel,
Just because they have entered a claim does not mean it will be granted. They must prove unrestricted use of the paths for 20 years and if they cannot the claim will be thrown out.
I sometimes work with a firm of agricultural consultants who deal with planning issues every day. One of their people is a specialist in rights of way and footpath issues. I can pass on his number if its useful.
I'm not touting for business, just trying to get you advice from someone who knows the system.
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Hello Nigel,
Your cows must be in danger of aborting - make sure to mention that often! Dogs must never be allowed to worry stock, as has been said before you have the right to shoot any dog that is worrying your stock.
We live well out in the sticks but still get occasional trouble with dogs around the sheep mostly but I once caught 4 huntaway dogs stalking my 2 horses creeping in formation on their bellies. The owners thought it funny when I told them and they are farmers!!! They didn't see my horses as stock. The cocky smiles dropped when Chris said if they so much as go in the fields with the horses again he will shoot them no messing - and he certainly would have.
If you don't already have a shotgun and licence I would consider getting one- just to have the means if you ever need to do it!
A very sensible gentleman gave me advice on what to do if you have a dog problem. He said if the dogs are there without the owners and are a real problem - if you contact the owner in any way, you will get a long running battle! The best thing to do is shoot the dog on the quiet, bury it deep and say nowt!!! So far I have been to soft or too stupid to take his advice BUT the truth is he was right!
Stephanie
Your cows must be in danger of aborting - make sure to mention that often! Dogs must never be allowed to worry stock, as has been said before you have the right to shoot any dog that is worrying your stock.
We live well out in the sticks but still get occasional trouble with dogs around the sheep mostly but I once caught 4 huntaway dogs stalking my 2 horses creeping in formation on their bellies. The owners thought it funny when I told them and they are farmers!!! They didn't see my horses as stock. The cocky smiles dropped when Chris said if they so much as go in the fields with the horses again he will shoot them no messing - and he certainly would have.
If you don't already have a shotgun and licence I would consider getting one- just to have the means if you ever need to do it!
A very sensible gentleman gave me advice on what to do if you have a dog problem. He said if the dogs are there without the owners and are a real problem - if you contact the owner in any way, you will get a long running battle! The best thing to do is shoot the dog on the quiet, bury it deep and say nowt!!! So far I have been to soft or too stupid to take his advice BUT the truth is he was right!
Stephanie
Stephanie Powell
Duffryn Dexters 32824
Abergavenny
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Duffryn Dexters 32824
Abergavenny
https://www.facebook.com/Duffryn-Dexter ... 609196773/
I agree fully with you Saffy. One of my friends caught two dogs worrying his sheep - this was not the first time. He took them back to their owner who was incensed that anyone could make up such a story about his dogs. My friend was arrested by the police for threatening behaviour.
Years ago, my father shot a dog that was attacking his cattle. He buried it shortly before a group of police arrived looking for a missing police dog. He never did get around to claiming for the vets fees that he incurred for stitching a torn udder.
Years ago, my father shot a dog that was attacking his cattle. He buried it shortly before a group of police arrived looking for a missing police dog. He never did get around to claiming for the vets fees that he incurred for stitching a torn udder.
David Williams
Gaveston Herd
Warwick
Gaveston Herd
Warwick