Gardaí ask for help in finding puppies

Gardaí in Virginia are investigating the theft of a litter of puppies last week. Five grey Schnauzer pups (similar to picture) were snatched from a house in Burnia area on Friday, July 24 at approximately 6pm.

The pups are only five weeks old and are too young to sell at present.

Last Month the Celt reported that at least five dogs were reported missing, believed stolen, from the Ballinagh area, with the apparent targets Jack Russells and Spaniel type breeds.

A volunteer with Cavan SPCA, Laura Reilly, warned about the increase in this type of crime: “Since June 2, I have received five reports of stolen dogs from the Ballinagh/Cornafean area.

"One of those people who contacted me said a van drove in to his yard asking had he any dogs. It was discovered a short while later that his neighbours dog had vanished (Jack Russell).”

Virginia Gardaí are asking any members of the public that have seen anything suspicious or can help in any way with this investigation to call Virginia Garda Station on 049 8547002.