Dog catches the bus to a Sydney train station – as search begins for her owner

A clever Staffy-cross has captured hearts across Sydney after boarding a bus all on her own and cruising through the suburbs to a train station – and now the race is on to find her owner. 

The stylish pup, wearing a smart little jacket, was seen hopping onto a bus on Tuesday night in Ramsgate, near Weeney Street on Rocky Point Road – before cruising down to Kogarah Station like a seasoned commuter.

The mystery mutt’s adventure went viral after Katerina Hatzi shared a photo of her on Facebook, hoping to reunite her with her owner. 

Ms Hatzi told Nine it was her brother Nik who first realised the dog was alone. 

‘After three stops he overheard someone calling out “who’s dog is this” and he realised nobody owned the dog,’ Ms Hatzi told Nine.

Nik kept a watchful eye on the furry passenger until she casually disembarked at Kogarah Station – around 5km from where she boarded. 

Worried she might get too close to the edge of the platform, Nik and another kind-hearted commuter stepped in to guide her to safety. 

He then handed her over to Sydney Trains staff, who welcomed the unexpected four-legged commuter with open arms.

This clever pup stunned Sydney commuters by hopping on a bus and heading to the train station all by herself – now she’s getting the VIP treatment while waiting for her humans

She’s now living her best life at the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home in South Strathfield, getting cuddles, treats, and the full VIP treatment while staff wait for her humans to come forward

A guard contacted the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home in Strathfield and helped arrange for the pooch to be taken there, where she spent the night.

Now affectionately nicknamed ‘Athena’, the bus-hopper is lapping up the VIP treatment at the shelter, while the search continues for her human. 

‘We’re in the process in looking for her humans,’ a spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia.

‘She’s had lots of treats and lots of love.’

The bold bus-hopper has since become an overnight sensation, with social media lighting up over her solo suburban adventure. 

‘She looks so happy,’ one said. 

‘She looks so proud of her accomplishment being on that bus. Hopefully the owners can be contacted if she has a chip,’ a second added.

‘On a day out with her coat on. Looks like he having a good time. I hope they find her owner,’ a third said.

Many Aussies were left wondering what the dog was doing.

‘How on earth did she pull it off,’ one asked. 

‘Where was she trying to go,’ wondered another.

‘Where is her owner,’ a third added.

Anyone who recognises her or has information is urged to contact the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home.