A WARNER Beach family is worried sick and frantically searching for little Leila, their family dog, who ran away out of fear of fireworks during the evening of October 20.

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Leila is a five-year-old Jack Russell who responds to her nicknames, “Kiki” and “Keeks.” She is a nervous, but friendly little girl. She was last seen running up Almond Road, over the highway bridge at around 21:00 on October 20.

Her brother and family are devastated and longing for her return. If you find Leila, or have seen a dog matching her description, call 083 662 2411.

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