After the most recent attack, animal management officers had supplied a dog trap to the stock owner and would respond quickly to any reports of wandering dogs or attacks.
The officers also visited a nearby property where dogs are kept — understood to be the same property on State Highway 10 implicated in the Waitangi Day attack — and informed the owner about the recent attacks.
The dogs at the property were registered and under control.
''I understand the anger many people feel about these attacks on stock. However, the council must follow the law. It cannot destroy dogs without proof they have been directly involved in attacks,'' Edwards said.
He urged anyone who could identify the dogs responsible to call the council on 0800 920 029.
Meanwhile, an investigation into two serious attacks on children walking to school on Otiria Rd in Moerewa is continuing. The Advocate expects to report an outcome early next week.