A DORSET MP and his ‘distraught’ family are appealing for help to find their missing dog.

Simon Hoare (Con, North Dorset) has been searching for Jerry the terrier, who went missing on Friday morning (January 27).

“Jerry, our terrier has gone missing/awol/walkabout,” the MP wrote on Twitter.

“He’s chipped so if found please dm or email me.

“’ve three very distraught daughters (and Mrs H and I aren’t feeling particularly grand either).”

Since his initial appeal, Mr Hoare and his family have been searching for Jerry, with no success.

Politicians and members of the public have been pledging their support for the family.

South Belfast politician, Kate Nicholl, wrote: “Hope you get Jerry home soon.”

James Vaughan, former chief constable of Dorset Police, said: “Ahh, hope you find him soon Simon.”

And others offered tips in locating a missing canine.

Lady Hope wrote: “Go back to the last place you had him and leave an item of clothing with your scent there. Keep checking back to that spot.”