NIGHTMARES do come true 😐...insane session with a Tibetan Mastiff

[@GirlWithTheDogs]

*SUBSCRIBE* to Wallys KZbin! youtube.com/@BabyWallyBear *WALLYS INSTAGRAM* instagram.com/babywallybear?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

[@pherron7471]

Now that his fur is gone can you get it to grow back like it's supposed t

[@elizabethw.6154]

Vanessa, have you seen the dog grooming stands, the "DogUp Stand"? It's supposed to help prop up dogs to remain standing while grooming. They seem so helpful. Regardless, your jobs are so lovely.

[@shanestanton8]

I thought he was Newfie and golden retriever at first

[@hydroy1]

@@pherron7471 It will grow, trust me, come cold weather and a few more grooming's that dog will be stellar.

[@PsychedelicChameleon]

Will Wallys fur grow back properly through what's left of it now?

[@Aenhoa]

He behaved so well considering it was so many hours and so much to be done

[@JumpHeli]

He just went to sleep after some time :D

[@donkmeme4740]

I rather take a sleepy big boy then a no-touchy big boy.

[@normaowens7340]

He looked like a king allowing his servants to tend to him

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

Really amazing, given what his owners said about his dog aggression and protective nature. Dogs know when people love them and are helping.

[@PistonGear]

That dog didn't give AF. Pardon my language.

[@toriwolf_92]

I love how Wally's general mood is "this is my life now"

[@rwg6357]

Do with me what you will... but just don't make me get up

[@Figs3]

As an owner of a rescue, my dog was the most spoiled one I had. When we first got her, she'd lunge at the dinner table never knowing when she'd get her next meal. She fought for whatever she could, and you had to respect it. By the end, she'd just look at you and expose her belly. She wouldn't even move or get up. She knew that you'd go to her with snacks, and belly rubs. She had the GOOD LIFE.

[@carlakenyon6073]

Oh Wally, you’re the best!

[@rainerrain9689]

@@Figs3 Dogs from around the globe THANK YOU !

[@ammahdollie]

His thoughts are :

[@Puuuurrrr]

I think it's nice that you feature other species of animals like bears! Really cool to see he is so tame

[@CoolMaisa]

😂

[@NegativeROG]

I thought they CGI'd in a mammoth.

[@nabilaabu-hantash8048]

Next time a lion

[@colleend2977]

She knows it’s a bear too because she is wearing her bee keeper suit and bears LOVE honey. Winnie the Pooh taught me that.

[@cdavis4857]

Great comment!

[@jasminvomwalde7497]

When you threw on the matting as a scarf 😂😂😂

[@farrinlandmesser]

Real question do u think some use the hair from heavy coated dogs

[@filmandfirearms]

@@farrinlandmesser Yeah, it's totally possible and pretty common in a lot of colder places

[@Didi-m9b]

@@farrinlandmesser you will not believe this, but like 20 years ago I worked at a fashion brand and we ordered a woman cardigan with fur collar and when the productions goods came from China of course, it was made with dog fur, it was a scandal, it was in the newspaper, a client recognized that and sent it to a lab, the designer had no idea the swatches of fur to choose from were dog fur....

[@zohalixue8643]

I just absolutely love that he spend the majority of the groom session sleeping. He was so relaxed and probably understood that he was in good hands. Such a good boi.

[@Achillia__]

@@WalterWhite5678SKSKSK NOW THAT YOU’VE MENTIONED IT 😭😭😭

[@WalterWhite5678]

@minni5503 only a woman could answer something like this to a joke. i would ask you to relax but i know you cant.

[@gailremp8389]

@@WalterWhite5678he does…whatever makes him ..er..uh. Whatever happy.

[@Angel-od1bt]

@@WalterWhite5678 super fabulous. I’m not sure I’d say that to his face, even if he is a very friendly and chill Tibetan mastiff. Maybe I’d yell it at him from behind a 15 foot high wall. A mile away, with a megaphone and a full suit of armour. 💀

[@urgae9125]

@@WalterWhite5678only an insecure man child would disrespect women like this. Let me know when mommy’s finally weaned you off her teat, and you can join us men at the big boy table.

[@italiangunpowder]

The way he just kinda sat there and vibed as you dumped a watering can on him was hilarious. Head empty, no thoughts, no worries, just is.

[@inwoodliver]

He liked the attention

[@darkwater72]

"Head empty, no thoughts, no worries, just is." I am so incredibly jealous right now.

[@Andrea-64]

​@@inwoodliver exactly 💯

[@Ron-d2s]

I had a cat that was water proof like that, he'd sit in pouring rain shacking his head, not realizing it was also getting onto his coat, until it finally got through the deepest layer then he'd come in jump on my bed shake like a dog then lay down.

[@smugsneasel]

I can just imagine Vanessa's reaction to Wally's parents scheduling the appointment being a mixture of "Oh I'm honoured!" and "It will take days to recover from the stress this will give me"

[@JokeswithMitochondria]

Haha yep

[@philosophy_bot4171]

Beep bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote: "For a man to conquer himself is the first and noblest of all victories" ~ Plato

[@romanl.5376]

Owners, not parents.

[@prixe12]

@@romanl.5376 Who cares?

[@elisak7466]

I’m not shocked if she took the next day even couple of days off because that’s a BIG dog

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

He must have felt so much more comfortable all that matted fur was removed. Poor baby. I’m so glad he’s in a nice safe forever home now.

[@jasonredic9457]

You said the coat was bad, but it really hit me when it came off as one solid piece like that.

[@benamini5701]

It was like the videos of that girl who shave sheeps.

[@vasiovasio]

​@@benamini5701yes, exactly!

[@Ron-d2s]

Nothing but fur and sneakers.

[@PaulaDautremont]

@@benamini5701 I was an ag major at one time and I tried shearing a sheep once. It was not as easy as I thought that it would be.

[@dcardigan13]

I was in denial when she said you have to look out for exposed skin during blow drying as it's an indicator for how matted the coat is (if you see skin, it's not matted, if you don't... Well :/) . I only saw his skin once and I just didn't want to believe his matting was that bad 😢

[@zeus6793]

For having such a fierce reputation, Wally is one laid back dude. I love when she was trimming his huge Grinch feet, and Wally was just snoozing away without a care in the world anymore. Great video Vanessa!

[@ronsamborski6230]

Yes, Wally definitely had grinch feet! 🐶👍🏼

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Very ancient breed.. were used as livestock guardians & guard dogs.. Originate from Himalayans. Similiar to Caucasian shepherddog/ or Ovacharka, from Caucus mountains Then there's th Central Asian shep, ( not as heavily coated) th ones that get their ears cut off !!

[@SeraphSeph]

Massive dogs tend to not give a shit. What's her tiny self going to do to him? Lol.

[@sheilatannehill2569]

Would shears been better for this job?

[@thisusedtobemyrealname7876]

Wally the Dude abides.

[@veryqun]

He's expression is like a dad who's so tired of his kids and gave up, letting them do whatever they wanted and just chilling

[@rachelhendrickson7555]

Haha😂

[@Sea_witch_]

That dog is an ancient emperor omg! I don't think I've ever seen such a beautiful and majestic dog, his whole demeanor, his face, his calmness, everything about Wally exudes wisdom, what a lovely big ol pup.

[@mbrow]

Wally is such a good boy. He's probably thinking, "OMG, I feel a little chilly, but this is great!" Thank you to the couple who took the time and effort to rescue him. You have hearts of gold.

[@aadhyachintala8532]

I don't think it's chilly for wally, he's a Tibetan mastiff. They keep warm in cold Tibetan climate.

[@mbrow]

@@aadhyachintala8532 Isn't it the double coat that keeps them warm? Since his was shaved off, I thought that the lack of any coat at all would maybe make him feel colder than his usual. :)

[@idontwannabemeanymore]

@@mbrow probably and now it wouldnt be weighing him down as much i think

[@alanmcmillan6969]

He is a beautiful dog. All Thanks go to his family for their humanity.

[@karma99]

It's the difference before and after, when he comes in at the start of the video he's slow, lethargic, panting, over-heating. After the shave he's running around like a pup. He's obviously a lot happier when he's cooler, he needs a snowy mountain range to live in.

[@Phootaba]

I'm impressed by the dog for actually allowing 5 hours of work done to him!

[@carriemae6584]

I think Wally knew that Vanessa was helping him, making him feel much more comfortable. He was a good boy, wasn't he?

[@moldyshishkabob]

Can't say for a Tibetan Mastiff, but for the experience I have with an English Mastiff, he probably cares more that he gets to lie down and be made more comfortable (in this case, cooling him down) than anything else.

[@philosophy_bot4171]

Beep bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote: "The pendulum of the mind alternates between sense and nonsense, not between right and wrong" ~ Carl Jung

[@Cara-39]

He definitely had breaks during the process but as a former groomer, I'm surprised this amt of work didn't take longer. It was a monstrous undertaking but I know from experience that seeing a heavily matted dog dance with joy after finally being freed from a furry prison makes the fatigue and aches disappear.

[@thebeasters]

He's chill af

[@tek512]

Damn, that was almost like shearing a sheep. So much fur. It's truly impressive he tolerated all of that without any real problems aside from refusing to stand, especially considering his background. Wally is indeed the goodest boy. Bet he feels way better now without all that on him.

[@MadamPflucker]

I was going to say that! Should make wool out of it lol

[@HolyMith]

It was exactly like shearing a sheep haha.

[@polyprinz]

What a sweetheart, his temperament is amazing.

[@thethriftyfawn]

An 8 hour trip, 5 hour appointment, 8 hour trip back... that's 21 hours for Wally!

[@bunniesarelove]

That's probably 2 weeks in Tibetan Mastiff time

[@skittlezz727]

No wonder he fell asleep. 😅

[@sherrie9241]

Plus gas, hotel stay etc. lol

[@caseybee1.2.3]

A+ owners for that one

[@stepheboyd17]

He looks so much happier with the coat off.

[@skylachiaramitaro4006]

1:26 I love how he just sits there like „Yes, I’m a beautiful flower. Please water me hooman.“

[@Himaryous]

Why do people imagine dogs spell human, hooman? If he's smart enough to think in English isn't he smart enough to spell human?

[@WeaverPop2]

@@Himaryousdude, it’s the same when people use the cutsie voice on pets. Don’t think too hard about it.

[@heideleskun1163]

While you don't "want" shave a doubled coat dog, sometimes you just have no choice. He looked adorable when you were done and the bounce in his steps looked like he was given relief. Being able to help him and his hoomans is fantastic. Great community Vanessa. All because your personality, love and caring nature shine through what you do.

[@alexw.7097]

Plus, while his coat might not work the way it should anymore, giving his fur a fresh start is going to give his parents a fighting chance at keeping his coat maintained now. They seem dedicated enough that they'll do their best to make sure he's never matted like that again!

[@RR.LL.3B]

@@alexw.7097 parents lol😭 his owners

[@alexw.7097]

@@RR.LL.3B have you not heard of pet parents? We don't just own our animals, they're part of our family.

[@Brynnthebookworm]

Is it possible to ever fix his coat in the future or will he just have to be periodically shaved now? No shade to the owners or the groomer of course, I know there was clearly no choice here.

[@alexw.7097]

@@Brynnthebookworm With luck, after a couple of years growing his coat back and removing his shedding undercoat when it's supposed to, it may get to the way it's supposed to work. Otherwise he will probably always need help shedding his undercoat during the seasonal blow outs, which is actually not that uncommon even with dogs whose coats are fine.

[@jscho8674]

Wow. Wally is spectacular! Thanks to his mom and dad for saving this incredible boy! ❤

[@favouritesdump]

Glad to see you're branching out and grooming bears now!

[@raeperonneau4941]

😂

[@perfectlyhopeless]

He looks so goofy at the end but he also looks so refreshed, I'm so glad this lad is being taken care of

[@ritahorvath8207]

Tail and ears shorter body longer I would have preferred . . . . ✂️

[@Russ410]

@@ritahorvath8207dumbass the body was where all the matting was

[@CamilleCuisine]

@@ritahorvath8207 She mentionned that the dog hated his ears being touched. Maybe that's why she kept the lenght there :)

[@mircat28]

He did NOT LOOK GOOFY! He was beautiful!!!!!’ Look at that shiny tail!

[@alexXxana]

He diddd lolol

[@nathaniakesedelleuyvico5323]

To think that I already want to rest after bathing my dog for 10-15 minutes, but you've had a total of 5 HOURS working on Wally! I really commend your dedication to properly grooming him!

[@anna8328]

The bathing alone took 5 - you forgot to count drying, shaving and combing. Owners paid for 8 hours xD Edit, sorry, it was 5 hours, she clarified. Thank people watching this channel owners didn't have to pay! I bet normal groomers refuse this dog.

[@zolialtheabrowne7438]

Thanks!

[@jordanhasch2544]

Wally's coat is, like you said, INSANE! What I find most amazing about this dog is how, when you were bathing him, the undercoat refused to get as wet as the top coat, but during the drying process, the undercoat was still dripping after two bloody hours! And you were grooming him for five hours! That is INTENSE!

[@dee_mcgee11]

I have a 3 year old Pomeranian with a coat that is equally difficult.

[@jsmithsemper4848]

The undercoating is his personal waterproofing as a skin protectant. 😊😊

[@yummybong148]

@@dee_mcgee11 equally difficult thats no even possible, at least your Pomeranians coat is only one of Wallys legs 🤣🤣

[@dee_mcgee11]

@@yummybong148 that is true lol

[@donnadees1971]

Need a sheep shearer. Lol

[@dixonqwerty]

Dear God he looks like the final boss for dog groomers 😮🥰

[@Killgore-ip2yq]

So true. Easily the difficulty of huskies looks nothing compared to the time it takes to clean poor big Wally 😅

[@iamclarett446]

On Nightmare mode!

[@ihatesponsorships]

yeah but atleast he doesnt have an attitude, that would tale like FOREVER

[@CharlesGates-v6n]

Now I was funny 😄

[@ramenaddict1000]

How can you not love the happy Pom Pom tail wiggle at the end? He was soooo well behaved considering how uncomfortable he must have been.

[@GracemarieJohnson2763]

Yeah, he looks and feels so much better now 😊

[@lianeellison6686]

He looks more energetic and definitely feels better after the shave. Love his chill personality too

[@Cara-39]

As a former groomer, seeing a dog's happy walk, or skip, after being freed from a matted prison is pure joy! Great job on Wally - now go get a massage!

[@cresf]

You had us on the first half ngl

[@seanbailey6004]

The fact that this handsome boy’s owners drove that amount of time and distance for a grooming, speaks volumes about Vanessa’s dedication and reputation.

[@silverkitty2503]

and them

[@MH-ev3wr]

Meh, they also knew her following and the money they’d make off of their own video about it I’m sure.

[@neckbackcripplinganxietyattack]

@@MH-ev3wrshhh

[@deniseblackburn33]

Agreed

[@daydreambeliever6603]

I bet he felt like a floating butterfly with that huge mass of hair gone. He was so chill during the whole video. Bless your kind heart.

[@JokeswithMitochondria]

So satisfying to watch

[@Flying-Chicken]

​@@tomhappening replying to own account lol.

[@merky6004]

V sad she could not save his coat. Wally: “Whee! I can move and run again! I feel lighter lighter. Plus It’s summer but I don’t worry about overheating.”

[@gsm4708]

Wow! My jaw dropped when I saw how formidible Wally looked! Yet, he was most amenable, like a day at the Spa! He felt your energy and no fear, so he took a snooze. Your endless joy helping these dogs, all so different, would have me driving hours Vanessa, for your expertise and love. Zoey from NY❤😊

[@TimeBucks]

Wally is a very handsome dog

[@grapesforallofus]

😲

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

a very wise face.

[@supriyakorsipati8289]

Nice

[@hritikhaloi5657]

Nice

[@maheshunidharani]

👍👍👍👍

[@gillibean.1075]

The fact that she was playing with the hair and flinging it around like a scarf and it DIDN'T BUDGE is INSANE the poor dog!! Hes lucky to have such caring owners and people looking out for him !!❤

[@opippy]

right? it was like felt...

[@lanon3277]

Yeah! If there was any way to illustrate just how matted that coat was, that was it!

[@paperficwriter4553]

"Using my knee, I'm attempting to keep him standing." Wally, literally in the next shot, sprawled on the table. You did an amazing job!! What a lucky boy to have so many people who love him. This also puts everything in perspective when I think grooming my newf is rough...

[@terrygripp3019]

Thank you for all you do, for all the laughs!! It’s 0300, I’m 💀💀💀!!!!

[@rmduda1]

For a dog that was neglected, he is amazingly calm with the whole grooming process. His new family is wonderful for with they did.

[@lamh5265]

Wally was not motivated by food, interestingly. Perhaps like elephants, Wally allowed help from smart people and knew when to allow their efforts. It frightens one to think of him in a cage.

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Found in China, in a cage, emaciated, ... Hmmm, was he being fattened up to .. U know what they do .. For being so calm, wonder if was sedated..??

[@gianellab.4953]

Not saying they're all the same, but my sister's dog is a rescue from Mexico and he's also the calmest-looking we've ever seen (and we grew up with dogs). Even when stressed out (he hates baths) he won't do anything. I think it's because of the trauma. Like humans that suffered from cptsd, maybe they just don't want to disappoint? Anyway, Wally was awesome!

[@daisiesandpandas1218]

​@@Memow-pk1ng kind of ignorant, emaciated also means he wasn't fat.

[@marvmarv5629]

​@@Memow-pk1ng emaciated is the opposite of fat, dude was suffering from malnutrition

[@jinraigami3349]

Despite being neglected and in cage, the dog is still chill.

[@magnetospin]

I think it's the breed. It's just a chill breed of dog.

[@StrangeCreed]

@@magnetospin Terrifying when angered, though.

[@Aal795]

It is one of the dog that knows he could, if he wants to

[@Grimmwoldds]

@@Aal795 It's more of the environment it was bred in. Keep in mind, flights don't happen in the north of Tibet. The plateau is so high descending to a "safe altitude" in case of cabin depressurization results in you trying to coexist with the ground. These dogs 100% have instincts that say "oxygen is hard to come by".

[@manuelrota6268]

Maybe 8 hours of car drive to get there got him tired. 😅

[@namasteakagoodjudy9756]

I have a Tibetan Mastiff and she thinks she’s a lapdog. Best cuddle bug ever! I’ve been waiting for a TM to be groomed.

[@Taistelukalkkuna]

🤣🤣🤣

[@carolynbrown8209]

Is your TM shaved also? If not do you have any tips on maintaining this luscious coat and keeping them comfortable

[@chellesama8256]

The biggest dogs are all lap dogs.

[@annajane7860]

@@jodyditzel5623 they shouldnt, but in cases of severve matting, like she said, it has to be done sometimes

[@Waffl3B1T]

@@jodyditzel5623 did you listen to what she said in the video? Or did you come here just to look stupid?

[@iceeyes4478]

I feel like you definitely made the right choice in shaving him. He seems like such a sweetie!

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

What a cute giant fluff ball. He's so lucky that his new great owners found him half way around the world and is now living a well deserved pampered high life for his seniorl years.

[@christopherjohnson4356]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love 💚us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@FurEliseTX]

Poor Wally! He behaved very well during the 5 hours of grooming, just took it in stride. What a marvelously-tempered dog!

[@wolfen26]

Wally: "after all the crap that I've been through, I deserve a spa day."

[@vinhhuynhthe6978]

ok

[@aflutteroffeminineconfusio1986]

You went from a 'Dog groomer' to an official 'Sheep shearer ' at some point during this experience....just wow!!!

[@26jeffaaron]

😮

[@stephaniechong2000]

The couple who rescued him, are truly deserve the best in this world, what a beautiful heart they have!❤

[@allisonjohnson3470]

Driving 8 hours is probably nothing compared to the red tape they had to navigate to get him here from China. Thank goodness they found him. He’s beautiful!

[@abhishekparmar6702]

why does there needs to be "red tape". what makes you so confident it was so ?

[@allisonjohnson3470]

@@abhishekparmar6702 Bringing an animal from one country to another always involves red tape. Each country has its own requirement re: vaccinations, medical records, quarantine periods, etc. You have to research them and make sure you comply with them.

[@abhishekparmar6702]

@@allisonjohnson3470 since i and my business partner used to import and export legally from china, variety of goods including lighting equipment to industrial machinery to zirconium. we never experienced "red tape" they gave us literally no BS, no underhanded dealing, no inappropriate behaviour, no delays even, extremely standard stuff, prompt, transparent, nothing excessive at all. so what im telling you lady, is, youre talking out of your ass as long as chinese side is concerned.

[@allisonjohnson3470]

@@abhishekparmar6702 It’s not the exporting country that has the red tape. It’s the importing country. The US has regulations for bringing animals into the country. And importing live animals is very different than importing other items. And I’m certain you had to abide by customs regulations in both countries. I’m not saying the regulations are inappropriate or that there is any “underhanded dealing.” Simply that you have to research the particular regulations for each country and abide by them. And those often include requirements for veterinary records, etc. And the animal often has to remain in quarantine in the new country for a period of time. When my friends moved from the US to Japan, their dogs had to remain in quarantine in Japan for at least a month before they were allowed to go live with my friends. I am not insulting China, or any country here. Just sayin it can be a complicated process to move an animal from one country to another.

[@roxalexander]

@@abhishekparmar6702 chill out man

[@wendymoyer782]

You can SEE he feels better after his groom! You certainly did all you could not to have to shave him, but it really was the right thing to do for his ultimate comfort and quality of life. Also, when Cameeaman "petted" that "extra" dog...too funny!!

[@christopherjohnson4356]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@dawnneill7770]

Watching him sleep while you worked on him is just precious. What a sweet boy and it’s obvious he felt so much better after the groom.

[@gubgub3275]

​@@christopherjohnson4356 creep

[@RedEye3]

@@christopherjohnson4356 Not a real doc either. Every1 is a doc on the internet. lolol.

[@serahloeffelroberts9901]

This reminds me of my old GSD who often takes a nap while he's being groomed. At that time I take a little break too. He is as good as gold.

[@camelia9802]

Wally is a lucky dog. His owners were very kind to rescue and bring him to America 👍

[@Jessie161]

as a baby groomer years ago I had to do this same exact situation, severely matted double coated large dog, I washed him and tried for an hour to dry him, had to make the decision to call the owners and advise shaving. The people who employed me made me feel like a bad groomer so I quit it as a career. Seeing you doing the exact same thing as I did down to the type of blades you used reassured me so much.

[@Rinluyen420]

sounds like ya quit for no good reason kiddo. No matter how hard ya try, you're never going to please everyone. get back out there and help some puppies :)

[@BuglordSupreme]

You should get back into it! You are not a bad groomer just cos inexperienced people dont agree with you

[@ryanpenrod1859]

@@Rinluyen420 So she should have stayed in a job where her co-workers had no respect for her? You must be over 50, one of those "you're not supposed to like your job" boomers. These days we have a choice not to be subjected to workplace harassment--there are plenty of employers who don't make new people feel bad because THEY DID THE RIGHT THING.

[@Rinluyen420]

@@ryanpenrod1859 wow man, you made up an entire world in your head. that's impressive.

[@BuglordSupreme]

@@ryanpenrod1859 you do know there are many places where people can work as groomers right? some places which are good for working?

[@marksmith9295]

Wally has the demeanour of a golden retriever and looks like a 4 legged yeti. Wonderful grooming and many kudos to the owners for rescuing him!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@deadlyauntiedjmystic9498]

For a Tibetan Mastiff he is so chill! He probably really appreciates the shave down and of course the rescue. Such a good boy.

[@Marvin-dg8vj]

I didn't realize she groomed bears as well

[@joypalos474]

It even appeared as though he wanted her to keep blow drying at one point

[@kjpierson1152]

He's such a patient boy though. Never seemed to get annoyed or angry, just took it all in stride while you were bouncing around him. Hes a great doggo!

[@HalfShelli]

Thanks for taking care of this beautiful boy, and committing to keeping him groomed in the future. I just wanted to make a small contribution to the fund!

[@Kenji_manz]

Pov everyone liked that

[@Major003]

Man, he LITERALLY looks like a lion in the last shot! Great job, Vanessa! Wally looks very huggable, though I'm not sure he'd be as keen as I am about it. 😅

[@JokeswithMitochondria]

Sooo adorable

[@tomhappening]

@@JokeswithMitochondria I was curious about your username so clicked on your profile. Wasn’t disappointed haha

[@theophany78]

Girl, you are the epitome of a professional animal groomer. I have been binge watching your videos. Particularly the huge dogs that you seem to specialize in. I think you should be owning and training other groomers. I appreciate your take no crap and make no baby talk to them! You are the boss and you start and end with that. Good job 😊

[@johannabrown5623]

As a owner of a dog who is very high maintenance I do understand. I was amazed at Wally's behavior just a sweet sweet dog. I know he felt so much better after his shaving, great job! You are a Blessing!

[@blanketyblank604]

He looks better too.

[@tinahickman6300]

Thanks! Here's a donation for everything you do. I have five dogs four of which are rescues / strays that we kept. As another dog lover we have to look out for each other!!

[@tinahickman6300]

Of my 5 dogs 4 are rescues/strays we found and kept. I can appreciate how much work it is to take care of Wally so I'm making a donation for you and all the work you do!!

[@hanakm140]

❤

[@feetpolice7135]

Youre the best kind of people 🥰❤️‍🩹💕🐶

[@geralyn-mm]

I am so pleased the dog's comfort meant more than the "status" of keeping his coat. The horrible discomfort of matted hair and Overheating can kill. He looked like a happy majestic lion dog at the end. Well done all!

[@stellangios]

It's not "status" hon it's that a properly maintained double coat is the best protection a dog can get. This dog, sadly, has a coat that's too damaged from his past to keep right now. The owners were awesome for giving his coat the best chance they could, even if it didn't work out.

[@geralyn-mm]

@@stellangios I agree wholeheartedly. I was so pleased they allowed for the dog's comfort over his look. I have a neighbor with a pulli- the dog is miserable, matted and overheats in the summer. She will not lose the status of its rasta curls because her pride is owning a pulli. Southern California is not Hungary. Wally's patents put their pup first. I applaud them. Thanks for your comment!

[@LDM805]

​@@stellangiosThe "hon" was so condescending.

[@gracemulholland4768]

You are such a remarkable person and I love watching you. You are such a lovely nature. The dogs know it as well I've never seen a groomer so lovely as you well done you are an angel in disguise

[@EvilSp0rk]

I can't wait to see his coat come back and get taken care of properly!! He's such a gentleman.

[@FairbrookWingates]

From what i understood (could have it wrong) this is how it grew back after being shaved when he was first taken in and cleaned up. Because of the first shave, the coat didn't grow back right. So it might not grow back right this time either. This might be an unfortunate cycle.

[@SleepyLarva]

@@FairbrookWingates exact, but she also said that malnutrition might also have been a factor, as he was very underweight when rescued. So i guess there's still a bit of hope.

[@Mooncita01]

I went to their Instagram and its fur looks way better than before

[@deadonarrivalgirl9785]

@@Mooncita01 omg you weren't kidding, it's coming back so gorgeous!

[@massari4u]

​@Mooncita01 what's their Instagram please?

[@coriknight9073]

In the end, that was less grooming and more sheep-shearing! You did a great job with him, and I'm sure he feels so much better now.

[@camquoc5718]

ok

[@thikim8562]

ok

[@evolecaep8752]

I had the same thought!

[@annaalcyone6469]

Yes main thing he feels much better now ❤

[@nikkiking4044]

The way his fur stayed together reminded me of sheeps wool, which stays in one piece when sheared correctly.

[@nathliemajskolv3525]

Such a adorable and extremely patient giant! Not to mention those kind, beautiful eyes of his!!❤❤ I hope his pawrents kept all that warm, beautiful fur after his nice shaving! I used to save the fur of my samoyed from his weekly brushing . It's perfect to put in your winter shoes to keep them warm and dry. And the rest to fill my pillows to have and hold even when she was gone. More handy dog owners turned the winter fur into yarn instead.

[@neumagellan4519]

It looks like Wally already turned most of his coat into felt.

[@xxcnd83xx]

He was so calm!!! He was better behaved than me at the hairdresser and I don't have to stay there for 5 hours. Great job, Wally ❤

[@joanpaterson7605]

😂

[@valentine2871]

I am often asked to go to the beauty school around where I live to train the students on my extra thick full hair. It often take a whole day. Last time I got a cut from the school, it took 10 hours.

[@sallyfields2385]

​@@valentine2871 I thought I had thick hair! Wow!

[@rsmith1820]

Exactly why I cut all my hair off. Mine was always 7 hours. Wally was MUCH better behaved than I

[@tundrawomansays694]

Hey guys, at least you *have* hair…..!

[@vpaniagu]

I love the fact that you have committed to his future grooms. That must have been such a relief to his owners. I am sure Wally feels great now.

[@w1975b]

Still an 8 hour drive...one way? How much would gas cost? Plus you can't get back time. But if she's the only one willing to do it...

[@WithLoveAshley]

@@w1975btrue, but they also got their YT channel and IG plugged on an account with over 2 million followers. That’s good incentive when they are able to or already are monetizing their content. It is no doubt a full ordeal going that far for a grooming, though.

[@w1975b]

@KM-tk2ih of course. I didn't mean to give the impression that it wasn't worth it. Just that it's not as simple as some people may think, in terms of what the owners have to do on their end. It's not just a quick trip to the groomer. Many hours of travel are involved to and from. I'm happy the owners and their dog are able to be helped.

[@WithLoveAshley]

@@w1975b at least she doesn’t charge any money for any of the animals she grooms! She earns her revenue via posting the animals she grooms on social media and selling merch as well.

[@anna1417]

I loved that the dog lay down while you groomed him. Almost like "I'll relax while you do all the work."

[@rome0610]

"...and please a nice massage, too!"😊

[@christopherjohnson4356]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@margaretlewis8189]

He looks so much more comfortable!

[@nrgltwrkr2225]

Oh! Can you imagine how GREAT that must feel for him to get off all of that heavy, matted, icky hair? Wally looks so happy! Look at that proud trot?! Thank you for doing this work!

[@susansparanormalpennsylvan81]

his owner should have him shaved a couple times a yr

[@deffdefying4803]

@@susansparanormalpennsylvan81surely that would just damage the double coat even further

[@rockykanaka]

WOW Wally is awesome. Thanks for sharing his transformation with us 👏

[@aleem9898]

ROCKY BIG FAN LOVE UR VIDS THERE SO INSPIRATIONAL

[@Mashpotatoceo]

Hm

[@fairlyvague82]

She’s the best!

[@helenaschreibman9035]

indeed

[@alicefelice_]

Thanks Rocky for all you do for dogs. Greetings from Rome.

[@certaintngs2000]

Wally, has to be the most laid back dog, you have ever groomed. His motto, 'You cut, I sleep!' you made him look terrific.

[@sharilee4540]

You do a fantastic job on the pups and a wonderful service for the owners.

[@golgibaby1668]

The transformation was jaw dropping. The effort you put in was HEROIC. Wally was a sweetheart--couldn't help but subscribe to Wally's channel. What a video!

[@christopherjohnson4356]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@Notyouraveragehuman912]

Aww!!! His happy walk at the end of the video proves how comfortable and light-weighted he is feeling after the removal of all that matting. You did an amazing job, Vanessa!!❤

[@intraining3026]

I love how the groomer is struggling so hard and Wally's just happy to be here

[@birdi3e]

That’s not a dog that’s a literal BEAR In all seriousness though that’s such a heartfelt story I’m glad he’s living such a wonderful life today 🥺

[@AndrewBlacker-wr2ve]

"literal?" Either you don't know what a bear is or what "literal," means.

[@weirdreapr]

@@AndrewBlacker-wr2ve Shhhh it’s a joke

[@aeroxford9672]

@@AndrewBlacker-wr2veyou must be fun at parties…

[@guardianeris]

@@AndrewBlacker-wr2ve 🤓🤓🤓

[@AndrewBlacker-wr2ve]

@@aeroxford9672 And you must be the Village Idiot.

[@Taybrian1]

He did fantastic! The fact that he was so comfortable with you that he took a nap is amazing. Such a trooper.

[@tatiannazutania7751]

I can't believe how normal sized he was after you shaved him! He was so good. I loved when you put his fur around your neck like a scarf. It would make a beautiful coat. You have such patience and are so kind with these animals. Great work. I thoroughly enjoy your channel.

[@robiny.4395]

You are such a tiny gal, and yet you’re a calm yet tough gal. I bet the dog felt better.

[@buffbuffy99]

It's very cool seeing how dog grooming can be as much about their health as it can be about how they look. Such important work you're doing.

[@silversiren7046]

There's a whole history behind it all. It's really interesting! The traditional cuts for most breeds are actually functional haircuts. The thick eyebrows lots of terrier breeds have helps to protect their eyes from attacking vermin and the silly looking poodle cut is meant to keep the dog's internal organs warm in the water but streamline the shaved areas for better swimming. Keeping a dog well groomed, whether show cut or "pet" cut, is (or should be) 100% for their own health with the exception of fashion haircuts like the "teddy bear" cut. That monstrosity of a cut ruins Pomeranian coats and can have a detrimental effect on the dog's health. It completely shaves the outer guard layer of water resistant hair, leaving behind the soft, fine undercoat of warming hair that gives a dog zero protection against the elements once it gets wet and isn't great against harsh sun either. Presumably, having a double coat, Wally is much the same and that's why they wanted to try to save as much of his coat as possible though it does differ breed to breed. Sometimes it doesn't grow back well. I'm sure Vanessa could probably explain it much better. She'd likely make a much better job of my dog's (functional) ear trim too. No high fashion here. Poor dog looks like she lost an arguement but it helps keep her ears dry and infection free...and I love her no matter how scruffy she looks. :)

[@vinhhuynhthe6978]

ok

[@thoakim673]

ok

[@d.m.collins1501]

From what I've read in my Lhasa Apso breed books, Tibetan Mastiffs were used at monasteries as part of a two-pronged dog protection system against burglaries. Outside the monastery door would be a Tibetan Mastiff tied to a spit with a rope--the purpose of which was to attack any burglars and make a big noise if a burglar came, but otherwise to be quiet. If the burglar got past that dog, then inside the monastery were the Lhasa Apsos who were trained to NEVER bark during meditation sessions but ALWAYS bark for strangers--they would be the alarm dogs of last resort.

[@Intheknow12]

I love history and animal facts….your post satisfies both my cravings 😊

[@chiloveradiouncut]

It's very irritating for these people to not bother to read a few extra lines of facts easily available online.

[@HoRRiiBLe1313]

@@chiloveradiouncut god such a toxic comment

[@wordzmyth]

​@@chiloveradiouncut please give facts yourself if you know more

[@AshLilyNeko]

@@chiloveradiouncut Wow so if you wanna be rude af, let's be rude! firstly, the comment you are replying to says they read it in a BOOK. What part of that says "online" to you? Secondly, the Tibetan Mastiff is an ANCIENT breed, this information is available online. Meaning it was likely bred before written history existed, considering dogs were first domesticated about 40,000 years ago and written history didnt exist until about 3400BC. So, like she says in the video, no one knows what Tibetan Mastiffs were ORIGINALLY bred for. They were LATER used to guard monasteries, and it is believed they were originally bred for guarding/protection, but it CAN'T be known for sure because, since they are an ancient breed, written history didnt exist then. Btw all this info was easily and readily available on the internet, so how about before judging other people do some reading of your own.

[@Kunabee]

What a good, calm boy! He was just very patient and willing to do all of that (...so long as he could lay down, hehehe). I'm so glad he had people caring for him.

[@mrssarac]

What a beautiful good boy. Thank you for the groom, and mom and dad for saving this good boy.

[@j.d.4697]

He constantly looked like "heh, water can't hurt me..." 🥰 beautiful dog.

[@demi234]

Thank you so much for doing this! For 5 hours and not charging the owners? Wow! You are truly pawmazing! 🐾💕

[@josephinetracy1485]

It's interesting that you chose the world "paw," since there's nothing quite as filthy as a dogs e-coli infested paws.

[@SchnoogansMcDuff]

@@josephinetracy1485 It's interesting that you chose to talk about how filthy dogs paws are when your box is just as infected with disease and bacteria.

[@jovon6791]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@SchnoogansMcDuff it’s interesting that you brought up boxes when the only box you’ve ever been in is your mothers.

[@cosamglass7970]

​@@jovon6791 interesting how you brought up mothers. Since all mothers are actually turtles

[@kthx_bai]

Jesus christ 💀

[@Thecoverg3]

So funny how you threw his fur back over him like a blanket 😊 what a fluffy bear. Thank you for taking care of him

[@kristynl2110]

At 7:42 Wally has such a 90s boy band style and mood 😂 I love him!

[@Sprite_525]

🧑‍🎤 “Cut my life into pieces , this is my last resort” lol

[@-Chaos_Potato-]

The way you used a watering can on Wally- it’s like watering a large, fluffy seed

[@woodpigeon7776]

Like what a beautiful plant

[@christopherjohnson4356]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love 💚us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@alden1132]

He's so happy at the end! You can tell by the way he walks how much more weight and resistance he's used to coping with. He's still walking as if he has to deal with the coat, even though it's gone, but he's OBVIOUSLY more energetic and his body language is totally different!

[@jerushamaxwell281]

Huge respect, Vanessa! What I know of such dogs from China and Tibet, is that they were bred to be single-minded about protecting their properties and people - as was my thoroughly masculine beloved Chow Chow. It's amazing that Wally didn't retaliate in a self-protective way. Though he refused to stand up, he seemed quite sweet, and must have felt 100% more comfortable when his grooming was all done. So wonderful of the compassionate tourists to bring Wally to their loving home!

[@feraldelight]

He looks so much happier after. It can't be easy to move with all those mats. What a good boy.

[@feraldelight]

@@NSTLgng 😒 he does not look depressed. And I'm sure that she had no other choice than to shave him by this point. Hopefully the owners will keep him groomed so he doesn't have to be shaved. It's incredibly painful for a dog to move freely with so much matting. Don't be ridiculous.

[@Fish_Food.]

@@feraldelight Thats what they said -_-

[@TwisterChasers]

Wally looks like he FEELS SO MUCH BETTER with the weight of that coat off of him! You do amazing and rewarding work!

[@darbywing2]

He will never want to have that long hair again.

[@stringofpearls4551]

He's a closet nudist

[@nataliemarshall7158]

@@darbywing2i totally agree with you and I think Wally showed us that he really doesn’t want it. We see him so happy out in the garden and then when he is resting he still has his head up looking happy until she draps some of his coat back over him he lies down and appears to sigh as in “oh no not this heavyweight again 😢”

[@danrothenhoefer4634]

What a beautiful ... and very well behaved ... client! I'm really happy that his new owners were able to save him and you were able to groom him. Wally looks extremely happy!

[@croissant912]

You did such a magnificent job on Wally! Brava! And throughout it he looked as if he was quietly protecting you while you worked for his well-being --- wonderful feeling of symbiosis!♥

[@midcatwmn]

My god. The way his fur came off in solid pieces like a sheerling blanket just makes my jaw drop. I hope you treated yourself to a massage or something similarly relieving after this job! And extra treats for Wally for being so good and chill through that ordeal. He definitely feels much better, and he still looks handsome even mostly bald. What a good boy!

[@Spike-ck5tj]

That was extraordinary! I'm glad he kept his 80's rock hair and fluffy tail. What a laid back chap.Good boy Wally! I'm glad he's getting all the love he deserves now. 👍

[@clairepettie]

That final shot of Wally just accepting that the blanket was back is exactly how I feel when I look in the mirror and realize I've waited too long to shave and tweeze.

[@billy-ef6fy]

This young lady is incredible and so very very kind and gentle with her clients. I am beyond impressed.

[@BlinkinFirefly]

The fact that you could just pull it all down and wear it like a fur coat after shaving Wally was just utterly shocking. Excellent grooming video! More large fluffy dog breeds please!!! 😊

[@leedlemylee]

I agree!!! Plz more flooferzz

[@matthewheeke4377]

The free services you are able to provide because of this channel is amazing, along with all you do for shelter animals. Thank you😊

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?