Gismo found

Gismo, the Jack Russell terrier stolen last week in Kilcullen is safe and home with her family.

The little dog was tracked down by people who also found another Jack Russel stolen in Waterford recently.

The lesson is, never ever tie up your dog outside a shop. And if you keep your dog in a garden, make sure the gates to it are locked.

Jack Russells, lurchers, whippets and any of the toy breeds are particularly targeted by thieves who want small dogs for breeding.

Get your dog neutered and chipped as a deterrent.