I READ the article “Five dogs stolen every day in the UK” (The Press, June 13) and noted the large number of Staffies taken.

A number of years ago I was told how popular that breed was with the dog fighting fraternity.

Apparently the fighting dogs are exercised on treadmills, with the stolen dog acting as the bait.

As a reward the dog was often let loose on the victim.

Please look after your pets.

D M Deamer, Penleys Grove Street, Monkgate, York