A BRADFORD family are appealing to the public for help after their therapy dog went missing last week.

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Their dog, Bella, went missing from Hartland Road, Holme Wood on 1 April.

A “substantial reward” is on offer for anyone who may have information.

The family say they are devastated and are calling on “the good people of Bradford” to help.

“We’re just lost on what else to try and do”, they said.

“I feel like I’ve lost my left leg – Bella plays a big part in helping me with my mental health and is my best pal”, added a family member,

“Bella is a massive part of our family, my two young children are heartbroken, as are we

“We need Bella back home where she belongs.”

In a heart-breaking letter written by a young member of the family, it is said: “We miss you so much.

“We need you to look after us if we are sad.

“You are the most important thing in our life.”

If anyone sees Bella, they are advised to not chase her.

Anyone with information is instead asked to contact Buster’s Animal SOS Team on 07858 263049, 07931 175135 or 07815 592944.