Police have arrested a woman in Noble Park this morning following an alleged puppy theft in South Yarra on Monday.
Dora, the 10-month-old black cavoodle, was allegedly untied from a pole on Chapel Street and stolen about 3.25pm.
The owner was inside a shopping plaza at the time of the incident.
Since Monday, extensive searches for Dora have taken place, with videos of the puppy and images of three women being widely shared online.
Officers located Dora at a property on Barnett Grove in Noble Park this morning.
A 19-year-old Noble Park woman was arrested at the scene.
She was taken into custody to be interviewed.
Dora was uninjured and has been returned to her family.
Police believe two other female offenders are outstanding at this stage.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
