The Police are urging Farmers to be vigilant and to report any suspicious goings on to them.
Call 999 in an emergency, or 101 on the phone or via the Devon and Cornwall Police website at dc.police.uk - Report livestock theft online in a non-emergency.
Grazing animals can be an easy target especially in remote rural locations.
check on your animal(s) regularly
Know what stock you have, and where it is grazing at any time.
report any suspicious vehicles
improve security around the area where the animal(s) graze
ear tags, horn brands, freeze marking, hoof branding, tattoos and microchips can all help identify your animal(s) if they’re stolen
in the case of cattle (cattle, bison or buffalo) you will need to report the loss or theft of an animal to the British Cattle Movement Service within seven days
Remember, a horse passport is a legal requirement. You can find out how to apply for a horse passport.
The Police are raising awareness with local farmers and will continue to do this, but need you to be their eyes and ears on the ground. If something wrong is going on- talk to them about it.
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