The dogs are often discarded when they are no longer able to race or, in the case of lurchers, if they prove unsuitable for hunting.

BBC: Inspector Lynn Williams at Afonwen beach

"In the case of Clach Liath, on the slopes of Ben Wyvis, the application was so blatantly unsuitable it was kicked out before even reaching the planning committee, " said Mr Gibson, who criticised the first minister's enthusiasm for renewables.

BBC: Ben Wyvis