A KILSYTH woman is shocked and devastated after her tiny puppy was stolen by a crow.

Heather Sinden’s four-month-old chihuahua, Fudge, was swooped upon by crows in the backyard of her Astor Court address this afternoon. The tiny dog can fit in the palm of someone’s hand.

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Heather’s daughter, Melinda Pride, said her mother had let the dog outside and had seen crows flocking around the yard.

“The dog was normally inside, she was just outside going to go to the toilet and Mum was quite concerned about the crows,” Melinda said.

“Then she heard her (Fudge) screaming and she was gone.”

Melinda said her mum, who had been battling lung cancer, was given the dog just two months ago to be a companion for her during a tough time.

“Mum was only saying a week or so ago ‘if anything happens to this little dog I don’t know what I’ll do’,” Melinda said.

“My mum actually collapsed from shock — she was very attached to the little dog.”

Fudge’s family are praying for her safe return and requesting people keep an eye out for their beloved pet. They have taken to social media to try and find their precious pet.

Melinda said hopefully the dog landed safely and if so it was likely around the Timms Rd area in Kilsyth.

Have you seen Fudge? Call Leader Newspapers on 9875 8578 or email sam.bidey@news.com.au.