A desperate appeal has been launched after three dogs were stolen.

Pictures of the animals have been released by Kent Police after they were taken from a house in Eythorne near Dover.

The two whippets and a greyhound cross were stolen between 3.30pm and 6.30pm yesterday.

An investigation is now underway in order to get the dogs home.

Anyone who has seen or been offered the dogs for sale, or has any other information, is urged to call police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/247641/22.

You can also call crime stoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.