The law in France is simple & clear. A dog must be under the control of it’s owner at all times.
If a stray (errant) dog causes a road accident, chases sheep, buries his bone in a neighbour’s flower bed, etc it is considered not under control.
A couple of years ago a Dutchman from Lexos learned this the hard way. His dog ( a Pyrenean Mountain dog bred to herd sheep) rounded up some local sheep and put them in their shelter. This was seen by the owner of the sheep who, assuming that the dog meant harm, shot the dog as it emerged. It was blinded in one eye. I don’t remember the details but the dog’s owner was deemed culpable. The farmer was remorseful but within his rights.
IMHO responsible dog owners should fence their property or a generous portion of it. This will keep dogs out as well as in and maybe would see fewer unwanted litters.
Sally C.
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