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Wild Dogs Survey

NSW Farmers is receiving member reports of increased wild dogs across a number of areas of the state. The recent wet weather is expected to contribute to a dramatic increase in wild dog numbers and NSW Farmers is lobbying the NSW Government to ensure all possible practical measures are implemented in a timely fashion to manage the problem. To ensure we have up-to-date information on wild dog numbers in your region so that we can request appropriate response measures for your area, we would be grateful if you could please complete the following short survey.
1. Please list your nearest town/s
2. Please list your LHPA area (if known)
3. Is your property adjacent to land managed by the Government (eg National Park, State Forest etc)
4. Have you ever had wild dogs on your property? (If no, please go straight to Q13)
5. When did you first notice/record wild dogs on your property?
6. Do you keep diary records, photographs etc to record wild dog activity?

7. Have wild dogs had an impact on your stock?

Please indicate any stock losses
Stock Type
No of Stock Lost
% of flock/herd this represents
Area de-stocked (if any) as a result of wild dog concerns
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8. What wild dog control methods have been employed on your property? (Click all that apply)
9. Who has undertaken the wild dog control activities on your property or in your region (eg LHPAs, NPWS etc)
10. Have you noticed an increase in wild dog numbers in recent years?
If you answered No to Q10 please proceed to Q12.
11. If you have noticed an increase in wild dog numbers in recent years, what do believe has caused this increase?
12. Do you report wild dog sightings to the Livestock Health and Pest Authority or Wild Dog Management Advisory Committee?
13. Is there a Wild Dog Management Plan for your area?
If you answered No or Not Sure to Q13, please proceed to Q15.
14. If there is a Wild Dog Management Plan for your area, were you involved in preparing or consulted on the content of the Plan?
15. Do you belong to a Wild Dog Management Committee?
16. Do you think enough is being done to control wild dogs in NSW?
17. If you have any additional comments on wild dog prevention and management in NSW, please list them below.
18. If you would be comfortable with NSW Farmers contacting you to discuss this issue further, or to prepare a case study on your experience, please list your contact details below.
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