POLICE are appealing for information after a dog attack in Newtown on Tuesday, February 11.

An incident took place at around 7pm on Tuesday when a small dog, who was being walked by its owner at the time, was attacked by two loose German Shepherd type dogs near the Pavilion Court area of Newtown.

Police would like to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have seen these dogs running loose.

If anyone has any relevant information that can assist the investigation, please contact PC 491 Hannah Thrower at Newtown Investigation Support Unit by telephoning 101 or alternatively contact Crimestoppers on 0800555111.

Any information provided will be treated as confidential.