A rash of missing cats in the Truro area has led the local police force to open an investigation.

Truro Police Chief David MacNeil says his officers have recently noticed an increase in the number of missing cat flyers posted on telephone and power poles in the Nova Scotia town.

"That was a little curious to begin with," he told CBC's Maritime Noon.

Officers also noticed frequent posts on social media about missing cats.

"In an effort to be proactive, we thought we would open an investigation," said MacNeil. "Not to say there's anything criminal or anything out of the ordinary going on, but we want to make sure we cover all the bases."

On Tuesday, the police force went public with its feline investigation efforts in a Facebook post.

They're asking anyone in the town of Truro who is missing a cat to call them at 902-895-5351. People should report any suspicious people or vehicles in their neighbourhood to police, they said.

There are several ideas about what's behind the disappearances. MacNeil has heard people suggest the culprits include a den of coyotes in the area, or eagles. There is "no indication" that a person is responsible, they said.

Police are taking the matter seriously.

"These are people's pets and they are a member of the family," said MacNeil.