Dyfed Powys Police Community Support Officers (PCSOS) are hailing its Dog Watch Group a success, following its recent well attended half-yearly meeting.

Officers from Tenby's Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) run and chair the group, which aims to provide extra 'eyes and ears' to assist officers in the Tenby, Penally and Saundersfoot areas. Group members try to help reduce crime and the fear of crime and improve the quality of life for everyone who lives and works in the area.

The scheme works by dog walkers, who regularly exercise their pets in the local streets parks and beaches, reporting to police any suspicious behaviour, anti-social or nuisance behaviour, such as vandalism and graffiti as well as more serious crimes.

The meeting took place at the Augustus Place Community Hall, where members were able to discuss with police and other members a range of community issues.

PCSO Mandy Goodland, of Tenby's NPT, said: "The Dog Watch Group is a great example of how the police and the local community can work together to help tackle anti-social behaviour and crime.

"Having so many extra 'eyes and ears' in the community means we can gather information quickly and police the community more effectively.

"The group is very proactive and we've received lots of useful information which we've been able to put to good use.

"I'm delighted that two new members have also joined the group," she added.

Guest speakers were Inspector Keith Hoyben from the RSPCA, Jane Kidney from Foxcome Kennels and Cattery and Karen Armitage from Burns dog food who provided top tips on animal welfare and nutrition.

If you would like more information, or you would like to join your local Dog Watch Group, please call the police non-emergency telephone line on 101 and ask to speak with your local Neighbourhood Policing Team.