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
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