Dolly, a black and white cocker spaniel bitch and seven puppies were stolen from a house in Winch Road, Gayton between 1am and 1.45am this morning.

Wisbech Standard: Dog and seven puppies stolen in Gayton this morningDog and seven puppies stolen in Gayton this morning (Image: Archant)

The puppies are seven weeks old and are described as a black dog, golden dog, chocolate and white dog, black and tan dog, black and white bitch, chocolate bitch and a cinnamon and white bitch.

Police officers would like to hear from anyone who may have seen a small dark coloured hatchback car which was seen acting suspiciously in the area around the time of the theft or from anyone who may have been offered the dogs for sale.

Anyone with information should contact Norfolk Constabulary on 101.

Alternatively you can provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their anonymous online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org