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The latest puppy was found alone at Ocean Vets in Alderholt Picture: Dorset Police Rural Crime Team

Lurcher puppy stolen from Shroton found alone near vets in Alderholt

ONE more lurcher puppy – part of a litter stolen from a Shroton property – has been recovered…

Two more of the Lurcher puppies have been recovered. Picture: Dorset Police

Two more Lurcher puppies – stolen from Shroton – recovered as probe continues

TWO more Lurcher puppies – part of a litter stolen from a Shroton property – have been recovered. Police…

The Lurcher puppies were stolen from Shroton. Picture: Dorset Police

Two arrested after Lurcher puppies stolen during break-in – and still haven’t been found

A LITTER of seven puppies was stolen during a burglary in Shroton. Police are appealing for information after a break-in…

Liz and Maggie after their win. Picture: Sean Cameron/The Kennel Club

Wiltshire pair Liz and Maggie scoop top dog agility title in London

A WILTSHIRE dog – and her trainer – picked up a title at one of the world’s most prestigious…

The secure field would provide a space for owners to let their dogs off-lead

Secure dog walking area plans approved for Gillingham

DOG owners in Gillingham will have a new secure place to walk their four-legged friends following the approval of…

The RSPCA said reports of neglect are likely to increase over the Christmas period as people face financial hardships Picture: RSPCA

Shocking stats reveal 13% increase in pet neglect in Dorset

524 ANIMAL neglect incidents were reported in Dorset from January to September this year – and the RSPCA said…

Puppies were found cramped in an area under the stairs Picture: Dorset Council

Dorchester pet breeders made more than £34,000 selling animals illegally

A FATHER and daughter in Dorchester made more than £34,000 after breeding and selling puppies and kittens illegally. 25-year-old Ebony…

Burglars stole large bags of dog food from Pets at Home, Gillingham, police said. Picture: Google

Dog food stolen in raid on Pets at Home in Gillingham

PETS at Home in Gillingham was targeted by burglars – and dog food stolen. Police are investigating after an incident…

Becky-Beth Rose was filmed as part of the Escape to the Country episode to be shown on Monday

Blandford animal charity set for TV role in Escape to the Country

A BLANDFORD animal charity is set to hit TV screens on Monday as part of BBC show, Escape to…

Residents got up close and personal with the animals during the Frome visit!

Frome care home welcomes four-legged visitors on World Animal Day!

A FROME care home was taken over by animals for a special event. To mark World Animal Day, residents at…