The singing career of a dingo who has charmed visitors to Australia's outback will soon be over.

Eight years ago, his owner Jim Coteriell saved Dinky from a baiting programme.

Since then he's been serenading tourists at Mr Coteriell's pub near Alice Springs, howling along while they play the piano.

"He loves Fur Elise. When people start playing it he pricks his ears up and he's ready to go with it," Mr Coteriell explained.

The dingo has also raised up to £7,000 for various charities, including The Royal Flying Doctors.

But Dinky's performances are set to continue for a limited time only, as Jim plans to sell his outback roadhouse, and take his dingo with him.

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