The seagull patrol protecting Sydney diners

7 months ago The News Room

A unique initiative training dogs to protect al-fresco diners from hungry seagulls is taking off — and it’s proving to be a pawsitively effective solution.

Active in multiple locations across the country, the furry seagull patrol is preparing to expand, with dogs tasked with deterring swooping birds at the new Sydney fish market set to open next month.

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