A DOG which went missing from an Essex home last month has been spotted several times roaming loose near a traveller’s site in Wisbech.

A DOG which went missing from an Essex home last month has been spotted several times roaming loose near a traveller’s site in Wisbech.

A Facebook campaign has now been set up to find Copper, a 5-year-old Shar-pei, who went missing from her home near Harwich on February 16.

Owner Danielle Harding said: “We have had 45 confirmed sightings of Copper in Wisbech after an extensive Facebook search campaign.

“Copper went missing next to a traveller’s site and the next day we had sightings of her in Wisbech near a newly set up traveller’s site.

“Wisbech locals have been amazing in trying to help Copper and we have had so much support. Now we just him to be returned home.”

Vets and police have been notified about the missing dog, who is micro-chipped. Anyone who has seen Copper should call 01255 507396.