I HAVE never hunted or had any connection with any hunt. But I worked on farms in 1940 and 1941.

I have known many farmers and their families who have been greatly distressed and had their livelihood drastically affected by the loss of many lambs and hens. Has Ken Clark (Mailbox, September 29) ever seen the bloody remains of many new born lambs after one night attack by a fox?

Does Mr Clark not realise that foxes are among the thugs and bullies of the animal world? Their favourite prey are lambs and chickens. Other small farm and domestic animals are also at risk. These animals have no power to fight against these attackers. We should have enough sense to fight for them.

Please, Mr Clark, learn the full facts before backing a cause you obviously know nothing about.

The fox is not a cuddly friend.

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