Reunited: Black And White English Springer Spaniel Female

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2016-02-14 10:53 Skywalker99

Two stolen spaniels turning up on the same day in Bristol can not be a coincidence?

2016-02-13 19:14 DogLostJulie - Area Co-ordinator - Surrey & South London

Wonderful news - bbc article here http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-35561055

2016-02-11 22:10 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

Great news :)) Welcome home Bella.xx

2016-02-11 22:02 pipsar6

This was a fantastic ending, which was all over the internet yesterday :) http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-35545194

2016-02-11 21:07 JulieH

Brilliant! X x

2016-02-11 20:50 Elaine Tinker and Hemps mum

Really pleased to see Bella is home safely.

xxxx

2016-02-11 20:49 ClaireC

Really very relieved and pleased to see your lovely Bella back home. She is a very lucky dog. Sadly no dogs can ever be left on their own outside shops these days. There are so many opportunists who think they can make a quick "buck"! Stay very safe and close xx

2016-02-11 20:18 Unknown

Excellent news. Ams so pleased for Bella, and her owners. They must be so thrilled to have her back:-)xxx

2016-02-10 11:41 wrongun1

Bristol again maybe alerts could be sent out in that area for other springers that are missing! So pleased to see both these girls home!

2016-02-10 11:38 Chilebat

Fantastic, fantastic news so pleased for Bella and her family xx

2016-02-10 11:35 Doglover

How fantastic is that!! Great news for Bella and her family. Bless you all. Xxxx

2016-02-10 11:16 Wonderous

Me too Sheltie, what simply wonderful news to hear this morning. So, so happy for Bella and of course her family. Lets not forget others missing and we want those home too.

2016-02-10 11:12 sheltie

That's just the best news I've heard in a long time. Well done to her people for never giving up on her. xxx

2016-02-10 10:39 Julie Dogs

Absolutely delighted for Bells & her family!! I have been following her & tweeting. Bet you wont but please never leave her outside a shop again! Look forward to reading about her reunion & seeing pics! X

2016-02-10 10:38 Jonfiz

so pleased she is back home please don't ever leave her tied up outside a shop again

2016-02-10 10:21 Esther

BRILLIANT, BRILLIANT BRILLIANT. So pleased the lovely Bella has been found. I hope she is ok. Skywalker I have to say I wondered the same thing, so many dogs are being stolen now, especially springers. I just wish the powers that be could come down really hard on the perpetrators.

2016-02-10 09:55 DogLostReynard

Yeaaaa at last ...hope she is OK ...look forward to update :)

2016-02-10 09:50 Skywalker99

wonder if there is a connection between her and Brandy?

2016-02-10 09:49 Baydogs

That's interesting Caz.
Really glad she's home and safe after all this time. Welcome back Bella x

2016-02-10 09:44 Caz

Seems Bella was found in Bristol! same as Brandy (97831) yesterday!!

2016-02-10 09:40 lindsay

Just saw the update on Bella's facebook page...amazing news, so pleased for her and her family, what an agonising four months its been for them xx

2016-02-10 09:26 jaybee

i hope this is true im in tears here so happy for all of them stay safe x

2016-02-10 08:59 Caz

comment copied from Bella's FB page :-
Find our Bella
21 mins ·
Dear all - quick update, we have some incredible news BELLA HAS BEEN FOUND! She's quite far away and we are on route to collect our little boo. So many happy tears. Will send an update when we can and pictures!!!!!!!!!!!!

2016-02-10 08:56 DogLostLisa P - Regional Co-ordinator, Central

Bella's team have posted that she is found! They are currently on their way to fetch her so not reunited quite yet x https://www.facebook.com/findourbella/posts/1643225162606453

2016-02-08 22:06 Julie Dogs

So sorry to read Bella is still missing & am still tweeting her pic. What are the police doing? Hope the media keep her in the spotlight and she can be made #toohottohandle xx

2016-02-06 19:02 xscb15

Jess, second dog on the list looks very similar. http://www.lastchanceanimalrescue.co.uk/kennel/dog.php

2016-02-03 19:24 Veronica

Can't see spots on nose and don't know gender but this one might be worth a look. http://www.leighdogsandcatshome.co.uk/lost-dog-information/stray-dog-procedures/#jp-carousel-876

2016-01-29 14:28 GingerScouser

Please check dog ID 97923

2016-01-24 20:03 GingerScouser

http://www.strayaid.org.uk/view-details.php?id=5778

2016-01-20 08:30 Unknown

Any news? These thieves should have their hands chopped off. Just make an example of one. Keep making her "TOO HOT TO HANDLE" Paws xd.

Last edited: 2016-01-20 08:32:09

2016-01-16 17:19 hobbo

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10205991655130338&id=1229341132

2016-01-01 20:47 Julie Dogs

So sorry beautiful Bella is still missing. Am tweeting her12 days "thunderclap". I cant make link to suspect cctv image work. Would be good to be able to tweet this - no matter if not that clear - someone could recognise the thief.

2016-01-01 15:25 Seeks

I really glad Bella is on the 12 days list. I will reshare her and tweet her too as I am too far to do much else except hope she is soon found xx

2016-01-01 11:26 Unknown

Bella is dog no 8 in our 12 Dogs of Christmas and is being promoted throughout our social media outlets.

2015-12-24 11:59 Wonderous

Very similar but I don't think quite right PurpleDragonete, unfortunately.

2015-12-17 00:10 PurpleDragonete

Sarah...have you checked this one
https://mylostbox.com/item/found-dog-hetton-2/

2015-12-16 08:54 Wonderous

Just have to keep sharing and hope eventually she will be seen by someone and be returned to her family. Come on Bella we want you home.

2015-12-15 21:07 Sarah

Hi this is Bella's mum, thank you for all your hard work and continued support with search for Bella. We are all still very proactive in our searching, After Nick Bieber saw my video he has done a article for the Northants Herald and Post this is now live on their website and should be in the paper Thursday. Fingers crossed this will spread the word further and we have Bella home for Christmas. So so many people have been amazing and we can't thank you enough xx

2015-12-15 13:50 sally123

https://mylostbox.com/item/found-dog-hetton-2/

2015-12-09 19:21 Hollieberry

Lovely Bella I hope you get good news soon x

2015-12-09 19:19 Mrs Mop

https://www.facebook.com/LostboxNorthEast/photos/a.680369855339726.1073741828.680366105340101/1017541998289175/?type=3&theater

2015-12-07 18:25 Karen

Hi, just seen this ad on gumtree - apologies if its not Bella.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/dogs/cocker-spaniel-/1145306065

2015-11-26 12:04 Woodys mum

Could this found one be Bella? https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=902988916460455&set=gm.797676013691570&type=3&theater

2015-11-11 08:05 Skywalker99

Can't believe this one isn't back yet.....the thief must have been local and opportunist, almost 7k followers on her Facebook page, someone must know something.

2015-11-07 17:04 Captain

Recent post on Bella's Facebook group:
"We have received a message and we hope we have a strong lead..please anyone in the suffolk area,especially the Ipswich area please share to all groups that you know of and share posters.
We could also do with posters being put up in the area.
We have to follow every lead and we believe this one to be a really strong one."
Could Doglost helpers in this area be emailed asking them to look out for Bella please?

2015-11-02 15:24 Skywalker99

Northamptonshire police have finally released the CCTV showing the person who took Bella...but it really isn't very clear https://www.facebook.com/northantspolice/photos/pcb.10153727896264549/10153727895734549/?type=3&theater

2015-10-26 19:27 Cockle

Gundog Theft awareness week the link Http/gundogtheft.co.uk/index.php please share

2015-10-26 19:04 Cockle

Dogs found in Rossiare Harbour contact WSPCA 05391 43919 or Dog warden 0876293043

2015-10-26 18:20 Hollieberry

17 dogs have been found in a people carrier by customs in Rosslare Harbour, some of them are spaniels believed stolen. Not sure if arrived there or leaving but maybe worth checking .

2015-10-24 21:04 debsbristol

Sorry I have just realised I had also seen an old post

Last edited: 2015-10-24 21:14:47 by debsbristol

2015-10-22 22:40 AlisonH

Helen has found the post about the 2 spaniels and it is a very old post that has been recirculated from over a year ago so could not possibly be Bella.

2015-10-22 22:25 AlisonH

I cannot open that link either but I do recall seeing a post about 2 dogs bought from travellers. Will try to find details for you.

2015-10-22 21:47 Kim

what site are the two dogs on I can get it on what is below. Thanks Kim

2015-10-22 18:42 Louise625

Please check out this photo of 2 dogs bought from Gypsies in Kent - https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12144859_10208031709692460_7423570093942780651_n.jpg?oh=d79571df7e6ec6c4a880e646df676cbf&oe=56BC4AA6&__gda__=1455292080_ece32e1f26dd1b65b1b5630eaab99cc4
On Facebook page Missing Dogs

2015-10-22 18:15 Cockle

I am sending posts out down South buckinghamshire/surrey make her too hot to Handle

2015-10-22 14:41 Kim

doesn't help when you have a van going around kettering and the surrounding area blatantly looking for dogs. This van has been reported before regarding stolen dogs, if you go on rate-driver.co.uk and put number plate YSO2 BKV you will be able to read all about it.

2015-10-22 14:35 Kim

Dog 93473 has too much black on body than Bella

2015-10-22 14:31 Kim

Its not bella, she has more black on the body and the spots around the nose are different.

2015-10-21 10:18 Emilyrose1589

I FOUND THIS ON PRELOVED SHE LOOKS ALOT LIKE BELLA HOPE IT HELPS http://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/113905638/looking-for-an-ideal-homeshare-owner-for-an-outstanding-dog.html

2015-10-21 09:21 Esther

Lauren has put a post on dog 93473 in the found section, wasn't just sure you had seen it. She wondered if the found dog could be Bella. It is hard to tell from the photo

2015-10-19 14:12 Paula Griffin's Mum

Have shared on FB, we're Essex, but you never know with the power of sharing on social media, stay safe beautiful Bella until you're home with your family, I hope the person who took her rots in hell!!

2015-10-18 22:56 Unknown

Anniemart, thank you for drawing my attention to the Pets for Sale Hinckley post. Unfortunately this dog has already been ruled out and is not Bella. Thank you for posting about it though. Please keep a look out though.....you never know where she'll turn up

2015-10-18 22:56 Unknown

Anniemart, thank you for drawing my attention to the Pets for Sale Hinckley post. Unfortunately this dog has already been ruled out and is not Bella. Thank you for posting about it though. Please keep a look out though.....you never know where she'll turn up

2015-10-18 22:49 Unknown

Hi NEWTONvienna, I discussed this option with another lady that volunteers for Doglost in the area. She had spoken to Jenny about the possibility of helping and she attempted to make contact with Jenny but the last I heard she had had no response. It isn't from lack of trying. I believe that Jenny told Phillip that she was very busy so I would imagine that she already has her hands full of lost dogs. I will continue to look for an alternative if it's possible

Last edited: 2015-10-18 23:00:36

2015-10-18 10:06 Newton Viena

Hi Bellarockafella... Many of us have been asking if Jenny and Tiga could assist with tracking. Philip has also asked and not got an answer. So frustrating and time is going on. Have been reading the testimonials on Jenny's page and feel sure Tiga could help . Please.. would you mind contacting them to see if you can raise a reply. Many thanks

2015-10-17 23:25 Anniemart

Someone has found a similar looking dog posted on Facebook page pets for sale around Hinckley Nuneaton and Leicester rugby

2015-10-15 19:57 Wonderous

Brilliant there is CCTV footage, lets hope Bella is home very soon.

2015-10-14 23:37 Unknown

Efforts are continuing in the search for Bella. Sarah did a radio interview with the BBC yesterday and the local newspapers have run online articles and have been asked to try and run the story of Bella's abduction in print. Posters are being distributed and, now that the Police have viewed the CCTV footage Phil has also been allowed to view it. The thief is described as a 6ft tall, white male with blonde/brown hair and dressed in dark trousers and a grey hoody.
Phil has posted a request asking for witnesses to come forward and a possible sighting at a local vets was followed up today and eliminated.

2015-10-14 22:47 Skywalker99

Bella's Facebook page is all over the place and gives the impression the search is random rather than organised. Facebooks's annoying habit of not putting things in chronological order doesn't help. Says police won't release the cctv because it is not clear....never seen any that is!

2015-10-14 21:26 DogLostMillypod (Chris) - Administrative Volunteer

http://www.harboroughmail.co.uk/news/mail-news/missing-springer-spaniel-disappeared-outside-tesco-store-in-rothwell-1-7010079

2015-10-13 12:03 Lin Iddon

I agree, I'm struggling to keep up[ with all the posts and where its all appearing

2015-10-12 21:47 Skywalker99

Think Bellas owners could do with some advice from experienced dog searchers, they keep putting the reward money up....so whoever has her may hang on to her for longer so they can make more money. There were witnesses to her theft, taken by a man about 6ft tall, wearing a grey hoodie, brown or blonde hair

2015-10-12 21:20 Lin Iddon

Chappers I agree. You need to actually visit kennels as each description of a dog differs.

2015-10-12 19:20 Chappers

Kettering and area’s strays go to Forest Lodge. Forest Lodge Kennels - Rescue & Rehoming 01604 862239 PESTER THEM & visit, don't just phone!!
Be proactive now and also contact specific organisations dog breed organisations plus all the usual people who are out and about in the locality everyday like milkmen and postmen (postmen deliver to traveller camps and have been known to put up posters in the sorting office for all their colleagues to keep an eye out too) etc. And most important of all, ring all the dogs homes (Kettering, Corby, Northampton, Wellingborough, Thrapston, Rushden, Oundle, Market Harborough) etc EVERY day. Ditto the Council Dog Wardens for the above towns. They all have a very poor logging system and it's just best to ring them every day to remind them of the crime and where they can find you as and when they turn. Don't rely on them being efficient and logical. It's sounds harsh but they have lots of people vying for their attention so make sure you just keep yourselves in it.

2015-10-12 11:59 Kim

Does Tesco cctv not show anything??

2015-10-12 00:26 Captain

Bella now has a Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/600374250103932/ Tweeting using hashtags #FindOurBella #HelpFindStolenBella

2015-10-11 22:31 Julie Dogs

So sorry to read this. Dogs should never be left outside shops as opportunists are everywhere. Sure you've already done this but put up posters at shop & surrounding area, contact local & national papers, council, police, Gumtree Preloved etc, keep tweeting & make her #toohottohandle.

2015-10-11 19:09 Chappers

I have my dog "preregistered" on DogLost as I'm sure I wouldn't be able to think straight if she ever went missing. Just a thought DogLost- very few people I speak to know about this service, how about making it really stand out on the page....

2015-10-11 19:05 Chappers

Still no sightings? :( 456 shares on Facebook at this moment.

2015-10-11 17:45 Skywalker99

Thx missalice, I hope bella and Rafiki are found soon.

2015-10-11 16:08 Lin Iddon

Owners, if you haven't already done it then its a great idea to start a facebook group for Bella as well as registering her on Doglost, many many people are on Facebook and that way any sightings and updates will reach them instantly and can be acted upon quickly.

2015-10-11 16:02 Lin Iddon

I sure will. I have posted on Rafiki's Doglost poster when he first went missing. They are doing a stunning job and may well have done some of this x

2015-10-11 13:48 Skywalker99

Missalice, any chance you could give this advice to Rafiki's owners. They are new to the UK so have the extra challenge of not known our systems.....

2015-10-11 12:08 Lin Iddon

Owner can ring chip company to put temporary contact phone number under the circumstances. They have to make this girl too hot to handle. Posters are sooo important. get them everywhere, display them in vehicles, call every vets and email poster. As many shops as possible, pet shops, pubs, local shops. if this guy stole Bella and he was on foot then he could well be local. Every council has a Traveller Liaison Officer who regularly visit traveller sites - ring them and email the doglost poster for them to distribute amongst their team. Make a friend of the dog warden. Never leave home without a pile of posters, hand them out to as many people as you can, dog walkers, school mums, council highway workers, taxi firms - just get her face out there. It took me 9 weeks to find Charlie the Springer, travellers had him! I wish you all the very best and if I can help please let me know. A thunder clap is a brilliant tool on facebook - it will reach so many people that you couldn't possibly do on your own. Also ask Doglost if Bella can appear in the Doglost column in Countryman's Weekly.

Last edited: 2015-10-11 16:09:38 by Lin Iddon

2015-10-11 09:57 Kim

There has to be cctv outside tesco store

2015-10-11 09:36 Archsuzanne

Shared on Facebook and Twitter

2015-10-11 09:31 Chappers

Shared on Facebook.We need every person who received an email to share this too.

2015-10-11 08:44 Jinny

Massive circulation on facebook this morning - hope Bella is found soon xx

2015-10-11 08:43 Wonderous

Exactly Digbysmum, I do hope this beautiful girl wasn't left outside the shop.
Hope she is home soon.

2015-10-11 04:16 DogLostSharon - Social Media Volunteer

I have shared with Doglost FB group & Twitter. Hope Bella is safely back at home soon. X

2015-10-10 23:45 Unknown

Sending advice and will contact owner in the morning as it's a bit late now. Sharing to local groups. Hang on Bella, we're looking for you girlie x

2015-10-10 23:01 Sarah

You should be able to update chip details quite quickly.

2015-10-10 22:39 digbysmum

So sorry lovely Bella is missing. Do hope she is soon found, safe and well. Don't know the exact circumstances, but please NEVER leave your dog outside a shop unattended xx

2015-10-10 22:09 AlisonH

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