Dec 15
Public asked to help find dog stolen from in front of Castro bar
John Ferrannini READ TIME: 2 MIN.
San Francisco police and a local dog owner are asking for the community’s help in locating an alleged stolen French bulldog.
Officers responded to the 400 block of Castro Street late December 10, according to a news release.
“Officers arrived on scene and met with the victim who stated that an unknown male picked up his dog named ‘Hank’ off the sidewalk and fled the scene,” SFPD Public Information Officer Robert Rueca stated. “Hank is a 4-year-old French Bulldog, tan in color.”
The dog’s owner, Parker Brumfield, made a Facebook post asking for the public’s help. He said it happened in front of the bar 440 Castro, where there is an outdoor parklet often frequented by dog owners and dog lovers.
“My frenchie, Hank, was last seen Wednesday night (12/10/25) in front of 440 Castro while on a night walk with one of his parents around 1140 PM at Castro St and Market St in San Francisco, CA,” Brumfield stated. “He is fawn with a black mask, 5 years old, 32 lbs, stocky/muscular build, neutered, chipped, and very friendly. [Pl]ease DM with any leads, and EVERYONE PLEASE SHARE this post and information, whether you are close or far. I want as many eyes and ears out about this from all over.”
Brumfield is asking neighbors to check their security cameras around the time of the alleged theft. He gives a number of 415-355-4349 to contact.
Brumfield, who is gay, told the Bay Area Reporter that “anything and everything is helpful. … I want as many eyes on it as possible, not everybody goes to the same news source.” He declined to answer additional questions about the circumstances of the alleged theft, since the incident is currently under police investigation.
“He means the world to me,” Brumfield added of Hank. “I literally bought my apartment for him. It’s every dog owner’s worst nightmare. I’m trying to do everything I can. I am letting the community know, reaching out on social media, asking people who can print flyers to put them everywhere and post it.”
French Bulldogs are one of the most dognapped breeds in the country, contributing to a 150% increase in stolen dogs between 2019 and 2024 according to AKC Reunite. The website Dogster notes purebred Frenchies can fetch $12,000 and are “the American Kennel Club’s most popular breed, which explains the high price tag for a stolen animal.”
Rueca is asking anyone who locates the dog to call 911, provide a location, and give a description of anyone with the dog. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact SFPD at 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD.
