News

Sheep die after horrific attack

Published

11 years ago

January 23, 2014

A MILFORD HAVEN farmer has asked dog owners to act responsibly after two dogs tried to eat one of his pregnant sheep while it was still alive on Wednesday last week.

Gareth Newing, of the Lambing Shed, near Castle Pill Farm, told the Herald:

“Dogs attacking sheep has been a big issue for me and my neighbours. At about 1pm on Wednesday, I had a phone call to say that two dogs were attacking my sheep. I found two Staffordshire Bull Terriers had got into the field and one of my sheep had been badly mauled. Another had its ear bitten off, and another ewe had been badly injured.

“The dogs had ripped out the sheep’s wool, pulled off both of her ears and tail and had bitten chunks out of her flesh. They were actually trying to eat her while she was still alive. She had big chunks of flesh missing and there were bite marks all over her. The owners were nowhere to be seen.

“We had to put her down there and then. We didn’t have time to wait for a vet to do it, she was too badly injured. After we had put the sheep out of her misery the dogs came back for another go”.

Farmers are legally allowed to shoot dogs on their land worrying sheep.

Mr Newing told The Herald: “I don’t have a gun myself. I’ve not wanted to shoot dogs because of the footpath right next to our farm, but I am going to have to resort to it if owners are not responsible”.

It will soon be the lambing season between February and March. Mr Newing told the Herald:

“All of my sheep are pregnant, and the one that had been killed was carrying two lambs, so we’ve actually lost three sheep. Other sheep may now miscarry due to the trauma of being attacked”.

Mr Newing added: “There are other places you can let your dog off the lead where they will not hurt anyone or anything. I would just like people to keep their dog on a lead and under control”.

Charity

Letterston dog show raises over £750 for local charities

Published

16 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON SUNDAY (Dec 22), Letterston Ring Craft successfully raised £755.55 for two Pembrokeshire-based charities during a fun dog show event. The funds were equally split between South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue and Letterston Memorial Hall.

The event featured a variety of well-attended classes, including child handling and fancy dress, drawing participation from dog enthusiasts of all levels.

This fundraiser marked the first charitable event supporting South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue. Founded and managed by Lizzy Austwick, the rescue organisation aids unwanted, feral, and sick cats across Pembrokeshire and responds to urgent cases in Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. The rescue provides neutering support for stray and feral cats, directs owners to available resources, and specialises in helping stray cats with severe injuries, raising essential funds for their care.

For assistance, Lizzy can be contacted via the rescue’s Facebook page or at 07575 131443.

Letterston Ring Craft welcomes new members interested in training and showing their dogs, from local companion shows to prestigious events like Crufts. The club meets every other Sunday in Letterston, and further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Looking ahead, the next fun dog show is scheduled for early next year and will support Belle’s Story Charity. For more information or to get involved, contact Gentle Lowe at 07956 653401.

Charity

£3,800 donated to services across Withybush Hospital

Published

18 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE CAMROSE VINTAGE WORKING DAY team has donated £3,800 to services across Withybush Hospital.

Their 37^th annual event raised a record breaking £25,000, which has now been distributed among 26 local charities.

They donated the funds to the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit and Heads Up! Hair Loss Initiative at Withybush Hospital. Each service received £950.

The Heads Up! initiative provides a person-centred, holistic hair loss service for cancer patients. It brings together healthcare and haircare professionals from local communities to give patients the knowledge and products needed to manage their hair loss with dignity and choice.

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you to Andrew, the team and the supporters of the Camrose Vintage Working Day for your generosity once again. Your donation to each service is amazing and will make a big difference. We are hugely grateful for your wonderful support.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Pictured above: Andrew James, Chairman of Camrose Vintage Working Day with Withybush Hospital staff from the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit, Heads Up! Hair Loss initiative.

Community

Neyland Community Christmas Lunch a festive success

Published

19 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL rolled up their sleeves to support this year’s Community Christmas Lunch, spreading festive cheer and warm hospitality to attendees on Christmas Day at the Alumchine.

Councillors Steve Campodonic, David Devauden, Steve Thomas, and Brian Rothero began their efforts as early as 7:30am, working tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.

The dedicated organisers, including Trish Campodonic, Pam, and Lloyd Hamilton, along with other volunteers, created a welcoming space filled with festive spirit and a delicious meal with all the trimmings.

The event brought together members of the community who might otherwise have spent the day alone, highlighting the warmth and generosity that Neyland is known for.