FIVE people have been charged over the theft of a mini dachshund which prompted an appeal from Toowoomba police.

Winnie the mini dachshund was reported stolen on January 8 from a Bright St home in South Toowoomba.

Officers launched an appeal for the community to keep a look out for the loved pup and, after more than a week, have reported she has been found safe and well.

"Through some sleuthing by her owner and some good police work, Winnie was recovered and persons responsible for her theft have been apprehended," police said.

Five youths and an adult have been charged by police.

A South Toowoomba man, 44, was charged with stealing and is due to appear in the Toowoomba Magistrates Court on February 19.

A South Toowoomba boy, 17, was charged with stealing and receiving tainted property.

A 14-year-old boy and two 14-year-old girls, also from South Toowoomba, were charged with receiving tainted property.