THE search for a dog missing from Worcester is over.

Zeus the Doberman was reported missing earlier this week, but after a widespread public appeal, he has been found.

In a post on the Facebook page set up to find him, the news was confirmed that Zeus was found on the A499 near Sixways in a bush.

He has a small cut and being checked out at the vet but is otherwise fine.

On Facebook, Zeus' owner Tyler Henderson thanked the public for their help finding his beloved pet.

He said: "Well what can I say. What a horrible few days? We’ve found the boy. He is home!

"I really can’t explain how grateful I am to every single person who shared, searched everywhere, messaged me.

"I just can’t find words to describe how thankful I am. Honestly to every person who helped, Thank you!"

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