Melbourne’s Lost Dog’s Home is being investigated by the charity watchdog.

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission on Tuesday confirmed they were reviewing the activities and operations of The Lost Dogs Home but stopped short of revealing why the action is being undertaken.

“Secrecy provisions in the ACNC Act prevent us from disclosing any further details about our inquiries,” a spokesman said.

There have been media reports of high staff turnover at the home, and suggestions of cultural problems within its operation.