Dog walkers urged to keep pets under control after death of alpacas near Peterborough

Police are urging dog walkers to keep pets under control after the death of alpacas near Peterborough.

Officers were called to farm in Wisbech St Mary's on Tuesday after reports two dogs were attacking livestock.

Four alpacas passed away.

Sergent Tom Nuttall, from the RCAT, said: “This was an extremely distressing incident for all involved, and I would like to thank the victim and the dog owner for continuing to be cooperative with our investigation.

“Livestock worrying is a criminal offence under UK law. Following the introduction of the Dogs Protection of Livestock Amendment Act 2025 last month, llamas and alpacas are now included in the definition of livestock.

“I would like to remind dog owners to ensure their animals are kept secure and on a lead in the rural areas of our county in a bid to keep all animals safe.”