A dog snatching ring could be operating in Yorkshire, dog owners have warned, after several pets went missing from the same area in a matter of weeks. David Drury, Amber’s owner, said: “I’ve owned and trained dogs for 40 years, and I’ve never come across a situation like this.” Read more at: https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/fears-over-dog-snatching-ring-in-yorkshire-after-several-pets-go-missing-on-walks-with-owners-1-9522735?fbclid=IwAR3Fnz3ut4v2yD_Tt-sul3oIixI7FHzxG0Y2p-TpeEX9NDCPRh5Y-EP4sOk — Read… READ MORE >

Katie, who owns Rupert with her partner and hair dresser Daniel Granger, was reunited with her beloved pet on Friday. Rupert – just one-year-old and worth £2,500 – went missing near Daniel Granger Hairdressing in Northampton after a man was filmed scooping him up under his arm CCTV footage shows the moment an alleged thief appears… READ MORE >

A NORTH Bersted man has appealed for help for the return of his dog. Paul Hammond was alarmed to discover Trotsy, a black small miniature terrier the size of a chichuahua, was missing when he went back to her after going shopping. He said: “She is a highly affable little animal and a good-natured dog.… READ MORE >

POLICE want to trace a man after a tiny dog was snatched from the pavement outside her home, leaving her owner heartbroken. A mystery figure was caught on CCTV as he walked down Wonston Road in Southampton, appearing to have ten-year-old Izzy “squirming” in his hand. The dog’s distraught owner, Hanna Loughnane, has been scouring… READ MORE >

Male Border Terrier Black And Tan (Age: Adult Taken from Beggars Lane, Kingston Bagpuize, Oxfordshire, on 28th November 2018. A van was broken into. A phone was stolen and more importantly Arthur the Dog. Does anyone know this person, recognise the van, anything. Any cctv footage of van registration. Please help get little Arthur back.… READ MORE >

Puppy Violet stolen from Darlington was sold on in Glasgow, update now home. #PetTheftReform … READ MORE >

A year ago today a couple was left devastated when their pet dog was stolen from their home – now they and an army of canines are marching to raise awareness about protecting pets from criminals. Old Buckenham residents Rita and Philip Potter said their lives were irreversibly changed when their five-year-old golden Labrador, Daisy,… READ MORE >

BETSY, Female Dachshund Black And Tan (Age: Puppy) Stolen from Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 area, South East on 23rd November 2018. My dog has gone missing please if anyone sees her please contact me immediately!!! 😭😢😢 CONTACT: 07825687625 or call Essex Police on 101 Doglost link:-http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=137324 FB group:- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1158075301015095/permalink/1158075574348401/. #PetTheftReform #ContactYourMP

UPDATE: LOUIS REUNITED 🐾❤️🐾. This is an ongoing investigation. Thank you for your help. A dog rescuer has been left heartbroken after her own pet was stolen in a burglary in a small East Yorkshire village. Eleven-year-old Bichon Frise, Louis, was gone when Beverley Wilson returned to her lodge in Newton upon Derwent, between York… READ MORE >

A dog owner was left bloodied and concussed after he was attacked while trying to stop an intruder stealing his puppy from his back garden. Mark Hills, 53, suffered deep wounds to his face during the assault at his home near the Gorrell Tank in Whitstable. He had been watching TV when a man tried… READ MORE >

Fred went missing from Amy Oldham’s home on Arnold Street, Bolton, on Tuesday November 13. He is sandy coloured and has a distinctive tattoo in his left ear, done when he was neutered. If you have any information, contact Amy Oldham on 07902613838. https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/17235667.missing-chihuahua/?ref=fbshr Doglost link:- http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=136983

MOCHA, Female Cocker Spaniel Chocolate (Age: Adult) Stolen from Frensham, Surrey, GU10 area, South East on 14th November 2018. Owner believes Mocha has been picked up. CONTACT: 07874723689 or 07538948103 or call Surrey Police on 101 Doglost link:- http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=136996 #PetTheftReform #ContactYourMP #ScanMe #CheckThatChip.

OLIVE, Female Miniature Dachshund, Chocolate And Cream (Age: Young Adult) Stolen from Edna Road, Raynes Park, London, SW20 area, South East 1st November 2018. CONTACT: 07557115714 or call Metropolitan Police Service on 101 Doglost link:- http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=137223. #PetTheftReform #ContactYourMP #ScanMe

A dog owner has offered a £50,000 reward after thieves held his children at knifepoint and stole 11 puppies. #PetTheftReform … READ MORE >

If you haven’t already please take five minutes to email or write to your MP and ask them to attend and debate the general principles and themes of the Bill. Ross Thomson MP‘s summery of the Private Members Bill proposal:- A change in the law is necessary to deliver justice for victims of pet theft,… READ MORE >

The heartbroken owner of a missing dog is desperately appealing for help to bring him home. Little terror-cross Ronnie has been missing since Friday, October 5, after a visit from St Aidan’s RSPB reserve in Allerton Bywater. The last sighting of him was heading towards the Methley LS26 exit of the reserve. He is microchipped… READ MORE >

This is the moment a pair of dognappers untie a family’s treasured pedigree pug and calmly lead him away past shoppers on a busy street. Pugsley was tied up alone outside a newsagents in Maida Vale for just a few minutes when two young men passing by spotted him and seized their opportunity. CCTV from… READ MORE >

It’s really easy to write to or email your MP and your help will go a long way: here’s what to do:- To find your MP, enter your postcode in this link and hit next to find their constituents address and email address.  Just click here:- http://www.parliament.uk/mps-lords-and-offices/mps/

A woman was caught on camera as she lured a cat from its owner’s porch in Cleveland and then ran off with the animal. That video is now circulating as the cat’s owner makes a desperate plea to the thief that the animal be returned, claiming that the feline’s life is at risk. ‘She has… READ MORE >

Pet Theft Reform can be achieved by making minor revisions to existing legislation. The 1968 Theft Act and 2016 updated guidelines: (fails to mention domestic pets anywhere within the current legislation which has led to confusion in the courts, as they continue to treat our pets as inanimate objects). 1. Reclassify Pet Theft as a… READ MORE >

Today the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance (Sampa) delivered the Pet Theft Petition to 10 Downing Street. Video links below. The petition to ‘Reclassify the theft of a pet to a specific crime in its own right’ gained 107,353 signatures and was debated in Parliament on 2 July 2018. Despite cross-party support, the Rt Hon… READ MORE >

Owner Danny Barron’s heartfelt appeal to find his stolen dog It’s been 3 long, horrible months now since our dog was taken from us by people who had no right to have the love and trust of what was a happy, fun loving, out going little dog. I really hope that he’s being well looked… READ MORE >

Listen to Michelle ‘s heartbreaking story. Meet Wayne May who worked tirelessly to help reunite Snuggles, Doglost and Stolen And Missing Pets Alliance representative. Tips from the Pet Detective https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wagqTGVAsRY&feature=share.

Kent Police is urging dog owners to be vigilant after a report of an attempted theft of a dog in Boughton Monchelsea. A man was walking his dog along a footpath off Hubbard’s Lane between 7.30am and 8.30am on Sunday 19 August when two men tried to steal his dog. Victim challenged thieves When the… READ MORE >

Just had clarification from the Minister, pet theft is now definitely a category two or three crime. No mistake. We appear to have uncovered a very important and significant change to pet theft sentencing that no one else appeared to have known about – including most – if not all – of the legal profession!… READ MORE >

Cat “thieves” have been warned against feeding their neighbours’ pets after a pensioner was handed an official warning by police for taking in what she thought was a stray. Before feeding the mewling cat at their back door, animal lovers need to check with their neighbours to ensure they are not inadvertently stealing someone’s pet, Cats… READ MORE >

REAL CRUELLA DE VIL Dog-snatcher who looks just like Disney villain Cruella de Vil stole 15 pooches, received suspended sentence and dogs are still missing #PetTheftReform … READ MORE >

THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS AND WHY THE #PetTheftPetition WAS STARTED!!! Please sign:- https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/244530 The group were all handed SUSPENDED sentences at Lincoln Crown Court, following lengthy investigations which lead to the prosecution of two men and two women for their part in a burglary in Middle Rasen. Two of the offenders admitted that they broke into… READ MORE >

As of a few minutes ago, the petition reached 90,000 and now requires 10,000 more to get the 100,000 to trigger a debate in Westminster Hall. A big thank you to everyone that has supported the petition so far. Remember it is you and I and people like us who have got the petition this… READ MORE >

TWO dogs were stolen as thieves ransacked a house in St John’s. Worcester. One black chihuahua called Gucci and a tan chihuahua called Chico were stolen from a house in Cedar Court in Bromyard Road overnight on Tuesday (May 15). The two 15-week-old dogs were taken between 11.30pm on Monday (May 14) and 11.15am yesterday… READ MORE >

Responses and Quotes from Dr Daniel Allen, Animal Geographer, Keele University Why did you start the petition? Dog thefts have increasingly featured in the national media, usually with a focus on social media campaigns to reunite families with individual animals. But with at least five dogs stolen every day in the UK, it is impossible… READ MORE >

A HEARTBROKEN dog-owner has hired a pet detective and offered a cash reward in the hope of finding her beloved terrier after he was stolen from her garden. Robbie Hughes left eight-year-old Archie, a Cairn Terrier, with her mum and sister while she went on a cruise in Central America last month. When she returned… READ MORE >

Over 70 delegates came together to share ideas and views on a wide range of issues relating to dogs & cats – ‘progress is made most effectively by working together’. Dr Daniel Allen said “Thank you to APGAW and Defra for organising the Canine and Feline Sector Group (CFSG) meeting and workshops. It was a… READ MORE >

42,500 signatures needed In this time over 500 dogs will be recorded as stolen for: irresponsible breeding in horrific conditions, dog baiting and dog fighting as well as for selling on and ransom. Remember if you don’t deter theft you DON’T stop puppy farming, third party sales, the abuse of dogs. Thank you for signing… READ MORE >

With some designer breeds fetching more than £1,000 dog theft is an increasing problem in Cambridgeshire A small army of volunteers are on a mission to track down Cambridgeshire’s lost and stolen dogs. Having your pet stolen is a dog lover’s worst nightmare, but not-for-profit organisation DogLost boasts an impressive track record in reuniting pooches… READ MORE >

A Cambridgeshire family are desperate to be reunited with their beloved French bulldog pup Polly. Polly, a blue brindle-coloured pup, was stolen from the front garden of Churchill Road, in Gorefield near Wisbech, on Tuesday (April 17). Claire Sutton’s children were playing in the garden and had just popped inside for a drink when their… READ MORE >

PRESS RELEASE Five a day! – the number of dogs stolen a day As you read this it is highly likely that one dog will have been stolen somewhere in the country. According to police force data at least five dogs a day are stolen in England and Wales but DogLost, the UK’s largest lost… READ MORE >

RIP WINSTON 💔 Winston was found this afternoon washed up from the river. Cara is understandably devastated but has sent a message to all members and volunteers who helped try to bring this boy home safely: “Winston has been found and sadly he has passed away. We are absolutely devastated that we have lost our… READ MORE >

Owners are becoming increasingly worried for an Eastbourne puppy who has been missing for more than a day. Eight-month-old Nika was last seen at 10am on 16th April 2018 (Monday), by Bannatyne gym and the Golden Jubilee Way. Her owners say she is very friendly but nervous, and are offering a £500 reward for anyone… READ MORE >

POLICE are appealing for help locating a pregnant French bull terrier taken in a burglary. On Thursday 12th April 2018, at 4.15pm suspects smashed a window and entered an address in Calderstone Avenue, Buttershaw. They took two dogs in the burglary. One of the dogs has since been recovered by officers and a 47-year-old man… READ MORE >

Dogs in mid and west Wales are among the most likely to be stolen in the UK, according to new figures. Research by The Insurance Emporium found dog thefts in the Dyfed-Powys force area rose from 23 in 2016 to 70 last year – a rise of more than 200%. The figures showed the area… READ MORE >

Devastated  pet lover Dean Jenkinson fears for his seriously ill rare breed dog – after it went missing from his Doncaster home. He fears that his pet Jasmine – a seven year old rare weimaraner – has been stolen after she failed to come home for over a month. He reported the missing pet to… READ MORE >

The celeb-fuelled popularity of pedigree pugs, Chihuahuas and French bulldogs is being blamed for the increase, although the Staffordshire bull terrier continues to top the list. Six dogs are reported stolen every day according to the latest figures, with 2,017 (CORRECT) recorded by police last year, a rise of eight per cent in just 12… READ MORE >

A dog was among the items stolen by a group of three men who entered a house in Portland Street, Hereford, West Midlands, at around 11.05pm yesterday (Monday, March 26th). One of the occupants in the house, a man in his 20s, had a knife held against his throat and was punched in the face… READ MORE >