Police are urging dog owners to keep their pets under control in fields after reports of sheep being attacked.

At least two of the livestock were injured in the incident in the Tonford Lane area, north of Thanington, near Canterbury.

Officers received a report of sheep-worrying shortly before 7pm on Monday.

The Rural Task Force is investigating the incident and working to identify two men and a woman seen walking an Alsatian-type dog in the area at the time.

PC Dan Perry said: "It's important that dog owners realise that all breeds, not just the bigger breeds, are capable of chasing and attacking sheep.

"Even if a dog doesn't make physical contact, the distress and exhaustion of the chase can cause sheep to die or miscarry their lambs.

"We are urging all dog owners walking in the countryside to keep their dogs on leads around any livestock.

"Please follow signs and stick to footpaths, as they are there to protect you and your dog, and to make your walk safe for all."

People should report any attacks by dogs on livestock to police, either on their website, or by calling 101, or 999 if a crime is in progress.

Anyone with information regarding the incident on May 17 should call police on 01843 222289 quoting 17-1193.

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