>br> It’s hard to think of a more priceless possession to steal from a dog owner than the pooch he or she loves.
But the number of dogs stolen each year in the U.S. has been steadily increasing since 2010. In fact, the American Kennel Club National Pet Theft Database reports that the number of stolen dogs in 2015 was 831, which is a 30 percent increase over the number reported in 2014.
The AKC-recognized breeds that were stolen most frequently were the Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Bulldog, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu and German Shepherd Dog. Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes were also among the most stolen dogs.
“You never think it’s going to happen to you, but it takes only a minute of misstep to have something go wrong,” Kirsten Theisen, director of pet care issues for The Humane Society of the United States, says.
Prevention is key, according to Theisen, and owners should be aware that dog theft can occur at any time. There are a number of steps you can take to help decrease your chances of a stolen dog. Below are Theisen’s top five tips to help protect your dog from theft.
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How to Avoid Pet Theft
Avoid Leaving Your Pet Unattended: 
Have Your Yard Securely Fenced: 
Never Leave Your Pet Alone in the Car: 
Create a Pet Community in Your Neighborhood: 
Make Sure Your Dog Always Wears ID: 
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