The animals were attacked while grazing on Barnham Cross Common in Thetford.

Their owners, who run the meat wholesaler Little Flockers, are now publicly sharing their heartbreak to encourage dog owners to keep their pets under control.

The owners of the sheep have shared their story to spread their message (Image: Little Flockers)

"Having to treat and dispatch a sheep that has been mauled to death by an uncontrolled dog is a deeply distressing experience," a spokeswoman said.

"It’s not just the loss of an animal, but the trauma of witnessing a........

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