Lancashire cattle cause significant injuries

Case No. 1155

Date of Incident 16 06 2025

Location On PROW Higham, Lancashire

1 walker, 1 dog on lead

Cows with calves, heifers and bullocks – brown

Account “I was suddenly surrounded and tried to pull the dog in but then it all kicked off. I don’t remember everything but was I knocked onto the ground and eventually let go of the lead when I realised I was in real trouble. I remember being butted while on the ground but don’t actually remember how I get away. I had 3 broken ribs, facial injuries, leg injuries and was kept in hospital for 1 week.”

Respondent also states “Don’t put crazy cows in open access areas.”

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