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Update in relation to searches for missing dog in West Dorset

Officers investigating a suspected dog theft in West Dorset are pleased to update that missing dog Gerry has been located.

It is reported that between 11.30am and 12.30pm on Monday 8 December 2025, a red Cocker Spaniel named Gerry disappeared from a kennel outside a residential address in Hilfield.

Following searches by officers and a media appeal, Gerry was located safe and well near Cerne Abbas on the morning of Wednesday 10 December 2025, and is now back at home.

Enquiries are ongoing into the incident. 

We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal.

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