Livestock farmers distressed by large-scale killings of goats, sheep by packs of dogs

Livestock farmers in the Kangayam-Dharapuram region are facing severe economic losses due to packs of stray dogs killing their sheep and goats. Farmers are also concerned about an unidentified disease affecting their livestock.
Why it matters
This highlights the intersection of animal welfare, agricultural economic stability, and public health management in rural communities.
Livestock farmers in Kangayam-Dharapuram belt are staring at economic ruin because of the repeated killings of their sheep and goats by packs of wandering dogs. Earlier this week, 50 goats were mauled to death by such dogs at a farm in Chinnaputhur in Dharapuram taluk, according to sources.
The report is a factual account of local agricultural challenges and farmer grievances.
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