Cocker Spaniel dumped in Leeds after being stolen twice - but two more dogs are still missing

A beloved Cocker Spaniel has been found dumped in Leeds after being stolen twice.

Bruno was one of three dogs stolen from Buckinghamshire in December.

Thames Valley Police said he and two other dogs, one male and one female, were taken from the Chalfont St Giles area on December 12.

A huge internet campaign to reunite Bruno with his owners was set up.

The dog was found in Darlington last week, according to the campaign's Facebook page.

He was then transferred to a kennels in the area to be reunited with his owners, but shockingly thieves broke into the kennels and stole him.

Thankfully, the pet was found again, this time in Leeds, on Monday morning.

A statement on the Bruno stolen page read: "Bruno is safely home. He was picked up straying, having been dumped in Leeds early this morning.

Bruno has now been reunited with his owners (photo: Thames Valley Police).placeholder image
Bruno has now been reunited with his owners (photo: Thames Valley Police).

"He was handed into a vet and the owner advised. He's in good shape and checked over.

"Owner and family wish to thank each and everyone of you for all your shares.

"Please remember there are still two other dogs stolen with him that remain missing."

The two other dogs missing are also roan-coloured spaniels, Dolly and Marmalade.

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Bruno after being found.

The Thames Valley Police crime reference number is 43200421512.

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