Hi everyone,
I’m writing this in a complete panic. Two days ago, my Malamute killed a sheep at my neighbour’s place... He’d managed to escape from the house.
I don’t think anyone saw him, but it isn't the first time he’s managed to get out, even though I’ve reinforced the fencing many times.
Firstly, I’m absolutely devastated by what he’s done, especially as I’m a vegetarian and animals mean the world to me. That poor ewe didn’t deserve any of this... But what’s done is done and I can’t turn back the clock.
As for my dog, although he’s never attacked my own animals, I’m now convinced he’s capable of it and I’ll never leave him unsupervised again – it’s out of the question.
But that’s not really why I’m posting here. I’m looking for advice on the law and any possible repercussions for me. First off, I don’t have third-party liability insurance for him; I was planning to get it sorted next month, but at the moment he isn't insured. Even though I don’t think he was seen, I’m scared people might say they’ve seen him wandering before. We live in the countryside, and to my knowledge, he used to roam a bit when he got out... though it had been a good three months since he last escaped.
I’m at a total loss. I don’t know what could happen, if they can take action against him based on just suspicion, or what the consequences might be for me. I really need some guidance.
I’m a student, I don’t work, and I’m still living at home with my parents.
Thanks in advance...
