Tools theft
Po l i c e a re current l y investigating a theft from a farm near Muthill in the early hours of Monday, March 1.
An outbuilding was broken into causing damage, and a Makita cordless angle grinder and charger, along with a quantity of batteries and fuel cans, were stolen.
A white tipper- type van, possibly a Transit or similar, was seen nearby around the time of the theft.
The first occupant is described as being in his late 30s to early 40s, 5’ 11’’, with short brown hair and a thin face, wearing dark overalls – possibly spattered with paint.
The second is only described as being in his mid to late teens.
Police Scotland has said a van of this type was also seen at three other locations in the area in the days immediately before this theft.
Elsewhere, Comri e residents were warning of workmen knocking on doors offering roofing services.
The men claimed to be working at a nearby property but it has been discovered this was not the case.
One resident added that they had also asked how many dogs she had.
Call Police Scotland on 101, on Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
New legislation in Scotland which aims to crack down on cruel puppy farming has been welcomed by a local dog rescue charity.
Known as‘Lucy’s Law’, it will mean that puppies and kittens can no longer be sold in Scotland by a third party seller – such as a pet shop or commercial dealer – unless they have bred the animal themselves.
Instead, from September, anyone looking to buy or adopt a puppy under six months must either deal directly with the breeder or an animal rehoming centre.
The new regulations outline that Scottish breeders will require a licence if they breed three or more litters a year, which it is hoped will effectively aid the crackdown on poor dog breeding practices.
Alison Kennedy is chair of Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society (PADS), which is based in Forteviot.
She said:“Any legislation which helps to put an end to the abuse and cruelty of puppy farming is to be welcomed.
“It is really beyond belief that the horrors of the mass breeding of puppies and kittens have been tolerated for so long.
“All of us who care about animals will be happy that this new legislation is on the way in Scotland at last, and we must thank the Kennel Club for its efforts in helping to make it happen.
“However, it is hoped that these new restrictions on the callous exploitation of animals are rigidly enforced.
“Sadly, animal laws can often be ignored.
“As one example, the microchip regulations which were introduced and welcomed five or so years ago remain loosely applied, and we still see many dogs who have not been chipped, dogs whose chips have not been registered and animals whose microchips do not carry the correct details.
“Laws and regulations are fine only if they are properly enforced.
“However, let us hope that this new‘Lucy’s Law’will be applied more effectively to help wipe out the ghastly trade in puppies for profit.
“And hopefully, its introduction may encourage potential dog owners themselves to seek out reputable breeders before they buy their pets.”
The new law was also described as “long-awaited and crucial”by the Kennel Club, the UK’s largest organisation dedicated to the health and welfare of dogs.
It really is beyond belief that the horrors of the mass breeding of puppies and kittens have been tolerated for so long
Alison Kennedy