Keepdogsonleash

The Scottish SPCA has urged people to keep their dogs under control since cases of sheep worrying and wild animals such as deer being savaged or killed have increased.

Seemingly more people are exercising their dogs using rural routes during the coronavirus pandemic.

Every dog owner claims his pet is under control off the lead but this is a fallacy, as can be seen from the number of children being seriously injured and disfigured as well as adults.

Pet owners should be reminded that farmers are legally entitled to shoot a dog which is attacking their livestock.

Appealing to the dog owners’ conscience is a waste of time.

Legislation should be introduced that dogs should be on the lead at all times.

This would also stop the excuse when fouling occurs and is left of: “It wisnae my dog”.

Clark Cross via email but for those who are also managing diabetes 24 hours a day, or caring for someone who is, keeping well can be even tougher.

That’s why Diabetes UK has developed a new guide for people with diabetes who are staying at home.

We want to do all we can to support people at this time who might be feeling isolated and who can’t access their normal support.

Routine and non-essential appointments may have been cancelled or postponed, so it is even more vital to carry out checks at home such as properly looking after your feet every day and keeping a close eye on blood sugar levels.

Our guide offers tips on everything from ways to keep active at home, eating well, looking after yourself and connecting with others.

To download your free guide visit www.shop.diabetes.org.uk/products/ staying-at-home-and-managingdiabetes

If you have any questions or concerns about managing the condition in this difficult time, please call the Diabetes Scotland helpline on 0141 212 8710, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 6pm.

Remember, it’s important to get information on coronavirus (COVID-19) from reliable sources. Links to up-to-date government information and advice can be found at www.diabetes.org.uk/coronavirus Angela Mitchell

National director

Diabetes Scotland