Report: 1172
Date: 30/7/25
Location: It took place on the Public Right of Way, continuous with Cut Lane in Rishton, Lancashire. What3words: retail.face.holly
1 person 1 dog
Report: “I was walking my dog on a lead on the public right of way approaching the bridge which leads past Cut Lane Farm. I was aware that there were cows with calves in the field, close to the track which is the public right of way. I heeled my dog close to me on my left hand side, away from the cattle. Suddenly, a group of cows turned towards us and charged. I was headbutted, thrown to the ground and was then trampled by several cows. I was screaming for my life and believed that I was going to die. I have sustained severe bruises to my legs, arms, chest and foot, and have received medical care for a suspected broken rib. Fortunately, my dog managed to escape across the cattle grid and seems unscathed.”
“I have severe bruising to my legs, arms, foot and chest. I am keen walker and runner, but now I am now frightened of walking/running in the countryside. I was treated in A&E, probable fractured rib.”
“There was a warning sign saying “Bull in field” and a sign saying “No dogs allowed on farmland” or something to that effect.”
“I have reported this attack to the police and HSE.”
“I would like to see cows, especially those known to pose a threat and those with calves, cordoned off from public rights of way.“
Cattle Safety 