A cocker spaniel dog, thought to have been stolen, is being cared for by Mallow Gardai̛, who are looking to reunite the pet with its owner.

The dog, thought to be from the Leinster area, was found following an operation in Mallow after a report from Dublin that dogs were being stolen.

Gardaí are said to be following a definite line of enquiry for the theft of this dog and another cocker spaniel that was reunited with its owner thanks to its microchip.

The female dog is currently been cared for in a local guard’s home and the owner should contact Mallow Garda Station on (022) 31450.