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Dog owners urged to be vigilant after recent thefts

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July 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Daily NonPareil reports a string of dog thefts have area law enforcement and animal rescue organizations warning citizens to be diligent. Authorities in Glenwood issued a social media statement on July 1st warning residents to be on the lookout for a white older Chevy regular cab pickup truck and a black van, both of which had been spotted in the Glenwood and Tabor areas and are believed to be connected to the theft of about four large breed dogs.

Officials with the police department and Mills County Sheriff’s Office said no reports have been filed on the recent pet thefts, nor did they have information on the exact dates of the crimes. Jan Black with the Montgomery County Animal Shelter said she believes dog snatchers of this sort visit the area about twice every year.

And with publicity about the Glenwood and Tabor thefts, Black said she’s worried the criminals will target other cities and towns in southwest Iowa. Black encouraged dog owners throughout the area to be vigilant, making sure not to leave canines unattended outside.