Nine American Bulldog puppies stolen from house in Bournemouth
They were taken early on Tuesday morning
Nine puppies have been stolen from a house in Bournemouth.
The American Bulldogs were taken at 4.20am on Tuesday from the property in the Charminster Road area.
It is reported that the victim heard male voices, however by the time they got downstairs the offenders had left the address.
Police Sergeant Sarah Hodgson said: "An investigation is underway to identify the offenders and locate the stolen puppies.
"I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in Charminster Road in the early hours of Tuesday 24 May to please get in touch.
"I would urge anyone who may have seen the puppies for sale locally in unusual circumstances, or has any information about their whereabouts, to urgently contact Dorset Police.
"I am also issuing an image of the puppies in the hope someone may recognise them.
"Finally, I am keen to hear from any residents or motorists who may have captured any CCTV or dashcam footage around the relevant timeframe that may help our enquiries."