Laois County Council stresses that brief disruptions can endanger vulnerable animals.
A Midlands county council is urging dog owners to act responsibly when it comes to lambing season.
The local authority in Laois says it's vital dogs do not interfere with lambs or other livestock during this critical farming period.
The council insists even brief disturbance can have devastating consequences for vulnerable livestock.
Its message is to secure your property, keep dogs on a leash, and keep them supervised at all times.
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