A beloved dog stolen during a burglary in Portlaw has been reunited with his family.

Brown and white Springer Spaniel Pascal was taken from a home on Connelly Road last week, sparking concern across the local community and a county-wide appeal to help bring him home.

This evening, Gardaí confirmed to WLR News the much-loved pet has been found and safely returned to his owners.

The news has been warmly welcomed by family, friends and supporters who shared appeals across social media in the hope of locating Pascal.

Gardaí thanked everyone who assisted in the search and helped spread awareness of the appeal.

After days of uncertainty, Pascal is now back where he belongs, at home with his family in Portlaw.