Dog trapping program shows positive signs

So far there have been 223 dogs controlled, 39 properties supported and about 260 hours of training undertaken.

The integrated wild dog initiative, which aims to protect SA's $4.3-billion livestock industry, involves trapping, baiting and shooting, along with ongoing maintenance of the Dog Fence.

Primary Industries Minister Tim Whetstone emphasised continued monitoring of wild dogs was of vital importance when planning effective control.

"For the success to continue and for the government to best direct resources, it is critical that land managers across the state keep us up to date on wild dog sightings," he said. 

"Other relevant information such as whether the dogs are impacting on your livestock is also important intelligence in planning effective wild dog control."

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Livestock SA president Joe Keynes said dog sightings could be reported by the public using the Wild Dog Scan app.

"Natural Resource Management staff across the state are well-placed and available to assist producers in learning how to use the app," he said.

In addition to monitoring, Mr Keynes said a combined approach of baiting, trapping, and fence repairs was key.

"It's great to hear of the success of trapping programs but it is also vital to ensure degraded sections of the fence are repaired and replaced."