A 32-year-old man will face court today after allegedly attacking a dog on January 4.

Police were called to a residence in Melba, where the man allegedly kicked and punched the dog in the face and back before attempting to pour petrol on it.

A short time later police located the man in Evatt. 

Whilst arresting the man, he allegedly became agitated, pulling away from police and kicking himself off the back of the police transport vehicle.

The man, who is on bail, faced the ACT Magistrates court on January 5, charged with cruelty to animals and obstruct/resist territory public official.