The search is on to find the owner of a pet ferret, found in Anna Valley, Andover.

A resident at Bury Hill Close, said she found it in her garden and has issued a plea on Facebook to help track down the owners.

She said: "I found this little guy in my garden.. thankfully I found him before the dog did, but he's very tame and willingly walked into our cat box so I could keep him safe."

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The ferret found in AndoverThe ferret found in Andover (Image: Lisa Jones)

The concerned animal lover has contacted neighbours but with many at work, it's been difficult to track the owner down. 

She added: "If I haven't heard from anyone by this afternoon then I will take him to Pets at Home where my vets are. We live on Bury Hill Close in Anna Valley. Thank you."

The nearest Pets at Home is based at Unit 6 Enham Arch Retail Park, Newbury Road, Andover, SP10 4DU and can be contacted on 0345 850 9650.