Six dogs, discovered on Bodmin Moor, are at risk of being rehomed if their owners do not come forward.

Three of the dogs were found near St Neot, while the other three were found near Altarnun on Monday, October 14.

It is believed that the dogs are Labrador and Springer-type breeds, and they may have the same owner.

However, the dogs do not have up-to-date microchips or identification tags, and enquiries to establish how they came to be on the moor are continuing.

Cornwall Council said that the dogs are currently in the care of licensed kennels and will be kept for the statutory seven days to allow an owner to come forward.

Should they not be claimed then they will be rehomed through recognised rehoming organisations.

Cornwall Councillor Martyn Alvey, portfolio holder with responsibility for public protection said: “I’m saddened to hear that these animals have been found in this way.

“I’d like to remind all dog owners that they are legally required to microchip their pets and ensure their details are kept up to date on the register. All dogs should also be wearing an identification tag.

“While the team are yet to establish the circumstances of how these dogs came to be on the moor, I’d like to remind people that to abandon a pet in circumstances such as these is an offence under the Animal Welfare Act.”

The council is now appealing for the public to come forward if they have any information on the dogs. 

Anyone with relevant information is urged to call Cornwall Council’s Community Protection team on 03001234212 or via email at publicprotection@cornwall.gov.uk.