POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier from the back garden of a house.

The incident happened between 5.30pm and 6pm last Thursday at a property in Barrow Green, Teynham, between Sittingbourne and Faversham.

The dog, named Summer, is about 18 months old and was wearing a red harness with a bone pattern on it. She is brindle and white and worth around £300.

Anyone who witnessed the theft or has any information that may help police, is asked to contact Sittingbourne Police Station on 01795 419185 or Kent CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111.