Scooter, who lived in a loving home with Kim & Rob Velevis, decided to go out on a little adventure by himself on Christmas Eve.

While Kim, Rob and friends were busy hunting for Scooter, an unidentified woman “regifted” the dog to her daughter. The woman has sent an apology letter (with a Tulsa, Oklahoma postmark) and $20 to the Velevis for the loss of their dog and to assure them that the dog has a new home now. She claims her child lives with her ex-husband in an area near the Velevis.

The Velevis have very graciously put the word out that they will buy a pug puppy for the unidentified child if they can just have their beloved Scooter back.

Let’s help the Velevis’ get their Scooter back. If you know of a child that received a young Pug dog (not a puppy because he’s about 15 months old) for Christmas in the area, please contact local law enforcement. I know I would do anything to find my dog and I’m sure the Velevis feel the same way!

You can see a copy of the apology letter on WFAA’s site by clicking here.