After braving the wilderness for 500 days, Valerie is heavier than ever. Has someone been feeding the mini dachshund?

Kangaroo Island mayor also notes a silky coat on the dog, while Kangala Wildlife Rescue says possums or cats out there were grooming her'

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As Valerie is reunited with her owners, mystery remains over how the miniature dachshund braved more than 500 days in Kangaroo Island's rugged wilderness only to emerge healthy, happy - and larger than before.

Valerie captured the world's attention when she was spotted 529 days after going missing on the South Australian island, with people worldwide avidly following the story of her capture.

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