Authorities said the dog called Blue was presumably taken by Markil Jacquease Jeffreys, an associate of the owners.
Officials said the dog worth $4,500 was then offered to an unidentified purchaser.
Jeffreys is charged with felony larceny of a dog and felony acquiring property by incorrect pretense. He is under a $20,000 protected bond.
Anyone with info about Blue’s location is asked to get in touch with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office.