A dog has been snatched in the busy Trongate area in Glasgow City Centre, while it's owner was buying a treat for the "good boy".
Link, was stolen outside McDonald's in the early hours of Sunday morning, while his owner turned his back when buying him nuggets for being a "good boy".
An eyewitness told owner, Alasdair, that a man had allegedly untied his dog, Link, and ran towards King Street, where he was last seen.
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Alasdair, who lives in the city centre, has sent out urgent pleas in hopes to find his best friend as he praised the police for their work saying, "they have done more than they ever could have."
Speaking to Glasgow Live Alasdair said: "He has been my rock for seven years. I've looked after him through sickness and in health.
"He has a rare genetic condition that requires a lot of medical care, and without question he has gotten the care he needed every single time.
"I’m worried sick he’s such a big personality and my life revolves around him."
An outpouring of support has been shown from fellow dog lovers on Facebook page 'Lost Dogs in Glasgow', with Alasdair's post being shared over one-thousand times.
Owner, Alasdair is beside himself however has thanked everyone for their kind words and support: "It's been so touching the amount of support and kindness from everyone."
Link is a seven year-old male Doberman cross with a black and tan coat. He was last seen at around 2am on Sunday morning with an unknown man heading towards King Street in Glasgow.
If you have any information or a possible sighting of Link, please contact 07441451835.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 2.30am on Sunday, 16 April, we received a report of the theft of a dog in the Trongate area of Glasgow. Enquiries are ongoing.”
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