A devastated family are appealing for help after their four dogs were stolen from their kennels.

The four springer spaniels were taken from a property in Smarden, near Ashford.

An appeal put out on behalf of the family says that a "substantial reward" is for information leading to their safe return.

Three of the dogs are mostly white with brown patches on the ears and over the eyes.

The fourth has similar colouring except a white patch over the left ear and top of its head.

Anyone with information should contact the police on 101, quoting 6-0626

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