Two dead sheep were found at Barnham Cross Common, with one showing injuries likely caused by a dog attack and the other drowned, probably after being chased into a river. This incident is not isolated, as previous sheep have also been killed by dogs in the area. Despite repeated warnings from Thetford Town Council urging dog owners to keep their pets on leads, sightings of free-roaming dogs continue.

Additionally, a cow has been escaping its fenced area, apparently due to being chased and bitten by a dog. The council has increased patrols and reminded dog owners that dogs must be kept on leads in grazing areas to prevent livestock worrying, which is a criminal offense. They emphasize that while there is a nearby field for dog exercise, control must be maintained in grazing zones to protect the animals.