Two snares were found on the hills 5 miles outside Lauder.
They were set close to a crow trap which was also set with a dead rabbit as bait.
Type of snare
Legal
Where
Lammermuir hills by Lauder
When
April 2020
Found a snare?
If there is a live animal in the snare call the relevant animal welfare charity. We do not advise trying to release an animal yourself as the animal could be injured and require medical attention. Record the incident using our Snarewatch report form.
Scotland
Scottish SPCA
Animal Helpline 03000 999 999
England and Wales
RSPCA
Cruelty line 0300 1234 999
Northern Ireland
USPCA
Animal Information Line 028 3025 1000, caller ID required
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