NOISY fireworks have caused a family's pet dog to run off and they are now appealing for local people to contact them if they spot him.

Cindy; a nine year old small doberman/labrador cross ran away from her home in Hardie Close, Sutton Manor, at about 9pm on Monday, October 25 after becoming scared at the sound of a firework and despite combing the area, her owner Christine Heaton and sons Anthony and Mark could not find her.

Cindy is black with tan markings and anyone who finds her is asked to contact Christine on 816369.

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