A SHEEP has been injured after being 'attacked and chased off the Malvern Hills' by a dog, according to reports. 

On Monday, July 15, Malvern Hills Trust received a report of an injured sheep from walkers and a local resident.  

The Trust has now urged pet owners to keep their dogs on a lead to stop these 'devastating' incidents from happening again. 

On arrival, the grazier found a sheep with bite wounds in a garden on the edge of Great Malvern. 

The Trust said the sheep had been chased off the hill and suffered bite injuries to its neck, back legs and belly. 

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The Trust's community and conservation officer, Beck Baker, said they were extremely saddened to hear of the reported attack. 

She added: "We urge dog owners to keep their pet on a lead when walking near livestock.  

“If you cannot be certain your dog will return immediately when called, whatever the circumstances, please keep your dog on a lead at all times. 

"Sheep and cattle can be found grazing the Malvern Hills and Commons all year round and are an essential part of the conservation of the Hills and Commons as well as being someone’s livelihood. 

"Livestock worrying, which includes chasing, is a criminal offence and those who do not have control of their dog may face a fine or, in serious cases, see their dogs destroyed.

“Unfortunately, on this occasion, the attack was not witnessed and the dog owner could not be identified."

The grazier was able to swiftly start treatment and the Trust said the ewe was safe and in the care of the grazier.

The Trust added it hopes the ewe would make a swift recovery but 'only time would tell.'

The Trust also thanked those who reported the incident.

Anyone who witnesses sheep worrying on the Hills and Commons to report it to the Trust on 01684 892002 or call 101 to report it to West Mercia Police. 

We have contacted West Mercia Police but they have not received any report of the alleged attack.