Police are investigating the alleged theft and abuse of a kelpie-labrador cross last week.
It’s believed the dog was taken from the backyard of a Fraser Street property in Sunshine sometime between 11am and 6pm last Thursday.
The dog returned home on Friday with a rope around his back leg and multiple serious wounds.
Investigators have been told an unknown woman was observed leaving the Fraser Street address on Thursday afternoon before getting into a car.
She is described as having a thin build and is aged between 25-35.
The car is described as a dark coloured older model Holden Commodore sedan with distinctive wheel rims, driven by a man perceived to have olive coloured skin.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000 or lodge a confidential report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
