Bury St Edmunds residents urged to walk dogs responsibly after police recieve reports of livestock worrying

Dog owners are being warned to walk their pets responsibly after Suffolk Police recieved reports of livestock worrying.

Bury St Edmunds Police took to twitter this morning to urge people to control their dogs while on walks.

This comes after reports of animals being worried by dogs, which is a criminal offence.

A spokesperson said: “We are encouraging dog walkers to act responsibly whilst out with their dogs, when around livestock.

“Dog owners have a responsibility to ensure that their animals are kept under control,” they added.