A devastated London Fields dog owner is offering a cash reward for the safe return of her stolen French Bulldog puppy.

Hackney Gazette: Patti the French Bulldog has gone missing. Picture: Laura BradleyPatti the French Bulldog has gone missing. Picture: Laura Bradley (Image: Archant)

One-year-old Patti was taken from a fenced communal area outside Laura Bradley’s Richmond Road home at about 1pm on Sunday.

She is black and brindle coloured with a distinctive white patch on her chest.

Laura told the Gazette: “We’re obviously very worried so are appealing for anyone who has seen or heard anything to please get in touch. We just want her home.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call Laura on 07824 551 227 or 07966 435 026.

Hackney Gazette: Patti the French Bulldog has gone missing. Picture: Laura BradleyPatti the French Bulldog has gone missing. Picture: Laura Bradley (Image: Archant)

The number of French Bulldogs registered in Britain has increased by 2,700 per cent since 2004, making them one of the UK’s most popular dog breeds, according to The Kennel Club.