French bulldogs are the number 1 breed targeted by thieves.

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team via WLS logo

12 minutes ago

CHICAGO (WLS) — Dog owners are being warned about an increase in the number of stolen pets.

Dog thefts are up 40% from last year. From coast to coast, French bulldogs are the number one breed targeted by thieves. That’s followed by Labrador retrievers and Yorkshire terriers.

SEE ALSO | Police searching for 2 suspects who stole 10 puppies after breaking into Hammond store

“We believe most pets are stolen either for the thief’s own family or to be resold,” Said AKC Reunite President and CEO Tom Sharp. “Ninety-five percent of all animals are going to be returned through other people’s eyes and ears. So witness development, community awareness. You can’t start that soon enough.”

Some of those puppies can sell for as much as $100,000.

Experts recommend having your pet microchipped and never leaving them outside unmonitored.

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