These were the most stolen dog breeds in Leeds in 2019

One in eight dogs stolen in 2019 were ever returned to their owners, according to newly released police data.

By Rebecca Marano

Published 12th Feb 2020, 12:32 BST

Updated 12th Feb 2020, 14:12 BST

The data, which was obtained in a Freedom of Information request, also revealed which breeds were taken by thieves. There were 35 unrecorded breeds. FULL STORY: 8 out of 10 dogs stolen in Leeds in 2019 were never returned home

1. Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Staffordshire Bull Terriers were stolen in 2019, according to figures. Photo: Julian Brown

10 Chihuahuas were stolen in 2019, according to figures. Photo: Julian Brown

Nine Jack Russell Terriers were stolen, according to the figures. Photo: RSPCA

Eight Akita breeds were stolen in 2019, according to the figures.

Seven German Shepards were stolen in 2019, according to the figures. Photo: Gary Longbottom

Six spaniels (unspecified type of spaniel in police data) were stolen in 2019, according to figures.