The WORST dog matting I have ever seen in my 13 years as a pet groomer | EXTREME transformation

[@girlwiththedogs2]

*DONATE TOWARDS ANGELS CARE* www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/125238?fbclid=IwY2xjawHMKqxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHV8CWoTa_1vSAVwLXBz2bVc9EHrhIa0q-RUx4SWJEgH52pWFcGjjXzQXOg_aem_wZG1z5XWCGpDvEXLT9ZlLg While the condition of this dog seems inexcusable, I'd like people to keep in mind that the person responsible for this could also be suffering and unable to care for themselves, let alone their dog. We unfortunately don't know the situation, but it is being investigated.

[@Decanta]

I just made a small donation. Thank you for everything you do, it takes a big heart

[@tiffanypaxtonblue]

Donated ❤

[@hiredark]

Shared to my friends. Poor little doggy

[@lesliegreiff6415]

I just sent what I could.

[@valerieloeffler6174]

Thank you, thank you 😢

[@andyny29]

The fact that this dog never growled or tried to bite anyone but only whimpered in pain makes this video even harder to watch. Thanks Vanessa for helping this poor dog!

[@businesszeus6864]

poor Angel really looked like she had given up 😢truly heartbreaking. i’m so glad people like Vanessa are there to help her ❤

[@FolkFaninMA]

It brought me to tears. She is aptly named.

[@amaya2728]

She is truly an angel

[@sandrataylor6712]

It was very hard to watch Vanessa uncover the tiny body wrapped in so much matted hair to be unrecognizable. It made me sad and at the same time, furious that this was caused by human(s). Many thanks to Vanessa for coming to her rescue.

[@Vicky-lf8sd]

Vanessa you did such an amazing job on the matted dog.thank you for all your care to all animals. They are so lucky for your compassion and gentle care. Love watching your videos ty again

[@sarahrushinski226]

Hands can be washed, tools can be sanitized and sharpened. Seeing that lovely Angel walk at the end was everything.

[@Operational117]

Absolutely. Tools are replaceable. Lives, be it human or family pet, are not.

[@girlbuu9403]

The whole "why aren't you wearing gloves" thing baffles me too. I am a germaphobe too and constantly wash my hands when handling raw meat or gardening, but I also understand most of that is a compulsive behavior.

[@danielbricker7204]

any gloves she could wear to protect her would be too thick for this sensative work, and any that are thin enough would likely break very quickly around all the stuff she is doing. as long as your mindful of where your hands are going while doing this work a wash is really all thats needed and the bare hands are way better for it.

[@7h7o7p]

How swiftly I choked on your comment, dear friend. I'm no saint, but i did scold my last landlord before having my life turned upside down over a pet that went through hell at their hands. I've now barely dodged 6 months of living in such unfamiliar circumstances: housing, water, much else. God's miraculous guidance was outstanding. He saved me. We need to have humanity. Cheers

[@oliverr6925]

If it's a task where it's simply inconvenient to wear gloves (like food service or cleaning) I can understand the whole fuss about "Hey, you should wear gloves!" But this is a task where it's REQUIRED to leave gloves out, because being able to feel texture and skin is crucial to not making unfortunate mistakes and harming another creature. Dogs like Angel don't deserve any more pain.

[@ashk6169]

Can you please keep us updated on this case? It would be so great to know how she is doing in the future! I hope she can one day feel the love of a forever home.

[@HattysHouse]

Angel is the perfect name for her Every dog deserves good food, a soft bed & a warm lap I bet one of the nurses falls in love! ❤

[@debrajensen7440]

Yes please! Also, I hope you do a few for her after she's adopted!! ❤❤❤

[@4bibimimi]

Rocky Kanaka calls it a "Pupdate". I want pupdates on Angel!

[@Brandonisfinished]

Poor puppy!

[@naturalobservations5321]

I’d love to see her come back in for a regular groom in a month or two!

[@FunkMcLovin]

The shake Angel did at 30:04 is supernatural. A dog who, up until that moment had not been moving even to react to painful shaving and clipping, does something so simple as to shake water from herself. The feeling of freedom to be able to shake like this, finally moving after being motionless and hopeless for so long, going from laying in her own waste to shaking off water. It's beautiful. Life is worth living again for this dog and for we, who were able to see it.

[@thecoobs8820]

Wonderfully told ❤

[@mrsdogg2487]

I second that emotion 😊

[@Goodhelpful]

did you mean "super natural"? "supernatural" is another thing 😅

[@FunkMcLovin]

@Goodhelpful I meant what I said. Supernatural. A feeling that is beyond the natural world. Magical. Transcendent. Beyond the understanding of plain science. Do I have to get out the dictionary here smart guy?

[@Goodhelpful]

@ “manifestations or events considered to be of supernatural origin, such as ghosts.” (e: paranormal psychic) Magical isn’t the same thing at all. Were you experiencing ghosts perhaps? You misused the word. No need to get angry.

[@mrscrocodile]

Speaking as staff at this shelter... thank you for all you do. Angel, Ruger, Sailor, Saber, Arctic... I could go on. We are so lucky to have you.

[@WestieRescueMom]

@mrscrocodile Thank YOU and all of your co-heroes for all the work you do! Take care of little Angel (and the rest of the critters!)

[@alexw.7097]

Thank you for all you do for these animals as well! Vanessa's a miracle worker in many ways, and I'm so glad she can help you guys out, but the work the shelter staff does is not to be undervalued!

[@GirlWithTheDogs]

This comment made me cry 😭

[@scriptorpaulina]

I hope you find a great home for Sabre. I think he just needs a lot of calm, and I understand that can be difficult to find in the shelter

[@kecollyer]

❤❤❤

[@Underhownd]

Man, this felt more like a surgery than a groom! Thank you for all that you do!

[@mrs.tomcollins2424]

That really describes it. 🥺

[@Midorikonokami]

You hit the nail on the head, this is what it felt like

[@rredpenn2029]

That was my thought too... "external surgery". Her little tail wag at the end of the bath was so adorable.

[@lkj974]

agreed

[@lauraspicks7114]

Thank you for helping this baby !😃🐶💞💞

[@jacquelinek5036]

Can't do a thing to change Angel's past. Can't see very far into her future. At this moment, she's warm, dry, fed, clean, and surrounded by loving hands and gentle voices. That's everything.

[@Ramuna-ip4qy]

Couldn't agree more.

[@cmcraftsx354]

Absolutely agree ❤ love to Angel 💗

[@1toshi32]

Finally.

[@DutchGuyMike]

Bloody made me shed a few tears.. you're quite right.

[@carlabarrick8538]

Yes! We cannot change the past but we will love her now 🤍🐾

[@zoeynova661]

The world needs more people like this- the time, patience, and kindness here is unbelievable. Thank you for doing what you do :)

[@Marballs-]

How does this only have a likes. So generous!!

[@horsewhisperer20394]

Vet here - I hope other groomers and animal protection agencies watch this video to understand the benefit of washing severely matted dogs to loosen the hair for clipping. Most groomers who do these types of grooms do not wash the matting, thinking it will make it worse, when in reality it helps greatly to reduce the pain of the groom and speed things up. Thank you Vanessa for having such a big heart and helping this lovely lady find her legs and begin the road to recovery.

[@ZaDussault]

Yeah, I guess that when mats are starting to form and there's still some loose hair around, making them is worse, but in these case of extreme matting? Water absolutely helps. And if access to soap and conditioner, even better. You can even soak in layers (like do the top, soak again, and so on).

[@caq1578]

Bless her heart and bless you all for taking good care of her.

[@NyaMoon_]

quick question, since the dog wasn´t moving for a long time, would you administer blood thinners like in bedridden humans?

[@haplessasshole9615]

@@NyaMoon_ Ooh -- I wanna know the answer to this one, too! I suspect dogs wouldn't be as susceptible to thrombosis, as their extremities aren't as long in relation to their bodies as humans', but I may be way off base. I'm looking forward to finding out.

[@haplessasshole9615]

Yes, this makes sense. The groomer mentioned the mats felt "like cardboard." Surely, when soaked in water, the mats would break down, just as cardboard and, more to the point, felt does when they're soaked in water.

[@sizzy972]

Having two people is so vital. Did you see the tech comforting her and petting her through the process?? Gosh. This is so unbelievably sad… no other words…

[@LadyMaltese]

I agree, it is vital. The groomer could work while the vet kept the animal calm or sedated if necessary. Great teamwork on this rescue!! I couldn't tell there was a dog in there with all that matting!

[@ashmusing6118]

The channel Man's Best Friend has a couple who perform this kind of groom mostly on stray dogs they/organizations rescue in Serbia, and you can absolutely see the teamwork needed. It started with just the man doing it by himself, then he brought in his friend (she's now his wife). Even if sometimes at first glance it might not seem like the partner is doing much, as you said that comfort and petting just helps the animal, which in turn helps the groom.

[@leewillers4621]

I agree, and Angel lived up to her name during all of this!

[@damienb6184]

Yea im so glad she had someone comforting her through the process, poor thing.

[@terrylawrence4121]

Sad but also comforting to know that for every bad person out there, there are teams of people who will love and care for dogs.

[@PeanutwormZ]

Who else is sobbing at the sight of her all done and in a cozy sweater. May this dog have nothing but happy days to come.

[@emilochka]

I made it almost to the end without crying but the little sweater in the snow tipped me over the edge! What an amazing transformation.

[@Lav3nd3r0h]

Same here 😭 ​@@emilochka

[@estherrebollar7424]

Que suerte ha tenido❤❤❤❤

[@amy-lynnhastings5620]

Me!! Such a beautiful transformation. She seems like such a sweet girl. ❤

[@ebonypamt]

I am crying. ❤

[@duchessofnaples]

Thank you so much for your kindness and dedication to these poor babies!

[@Jane-yp7hy]

Still wagging her tail and still gentle and sweer despite what agony she must've been in. Bless her and thank you Vanessa.

[@sasharaj]

Angel certainly deserves her name. I feel beyond grateful and thankful that Angel is loved by her groomers here. What joy it brings me to see her being released from her captivity of long neglect. God bless you all.

[@chives2019]

I have tears of sorrow in my eyes thinking what this poor girl has been through, but also happy tears to see her walking at the end. Thanks for helping her.

[@aliciabolling7263]

You donated?

[@HLBear]

​@@aliciabolling7263 Yes, that's a KZbin super thanks. That goes to Vanessa, or you can click the link in pinned comment to donate to her local Humane Society directly for Angel's care.

[@rjampiolo32]

@@aliciabolling7263 no,you are imagining what you see.

[@YTFlove4ever]

​@@aliciabolling7263 yes, they did :) in the KZbin app, there is a "donate" button

[@marisoldiaz2832]

Thank you 🥹❤️‍🩹🐾

[@antonb8687]

It breaks my heart knowing how much she must have suffered. Thank you so much for helping her

[@vickiwittmeyer4438]

SO NICE OF YOU!!!! MERRI MERRI CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ironbomb6753]

You're a hero. ❤

[@pavlovasupernova1013]

That is so awesome Anton! ❤

[@shellyroke]

You are a blessing! I hope you have a blessed, safe Christmas! ❤

[@chuckdawg2799]

Wow. You totally covered that cost. Merry Christmas

[@kimberlyrobinson1978]

Thanks for helping that little cutie pie 🥹.

[@elizabethshow5105]

19 yrs ago, my husband rescued a little terrier mix that was chained out in the middle of a field with a wire embedded in her neck. Her hair was so matted that our vet had to sedate her. He shaved almost 10 lbs of matting off her little body. This video had me in tears, b/c of the memories it brought back. We lost our beautiful dog last mo.-but she was a wonderful member of our family for almost 2 decades. Hopefully, this sweet little dog will find a forever home too.

[@singingdane3916]

God bless you for rescuing your little sweetheart.

[@sheltiepeas]

I’m so sorry for your loss 😢 Thank you for giving her such a wonderful life. ❤

[@ribbles1699]

With the exposure this video is getting, it wouldn't surprise me if they get hundreds of calls from people wanting to adopt her.

[@Tam-20113]

​With the exposure this video is getting, I hope it also leads to finding the people who did this so they can be punished!!

[@rachelbuchanan9945]

Awe, that’s a sweet story. I’m sorry she passed but good to know she was given a great loving home!

[@otterbeans]

At the end you can see in her eyes "holy cow! I can stand! I can walk! The stuff I was trapped in is all gone! I can't believe it!" It's amazing.

[@danielb1828]

thinking the same thing. it was amazing how calm she was too as it she knew what was to come.

[@anabee8310]

I was going holy cow! as well, if this took several yes to accrue, her mobility was not a given 🩷

[@Frello2]

And this little shake after the second bath must have been so satisfying for her. Like "I´m a dog I can do dog things, yay!"

[@cydkriletich6538]

Does Canada have laws about severe animal abuse? The condition of this poor dog is unconscionable. Like others commenting have said, I had tears in my eyes. Thank you to Vanessa, the vet and vet techs who helped this sweet girl, and whoever found and rescued her. 💞

[@TwoFingeredMamma]

The dog was really thinking "I just want to be a rasta and chill out, who are these tall alien beings giving me a Nazi skinhead".

[@laurenaronson8289]

I saw this in the news this morning and recognized your grooming suit. I was so thankful that you were able to step in and help Angel when she needed it most. Thank you Girl with the Dogs and SPCA Niagara for all you do.

[@nope748]

Any other details on this?:( how does it even come to this...

[@ritamanley2301]

can they try and track down who was responsible for this

[@laurenaronson8289]

@ritamanley2301 it's hard to say. I'm sure authorities are looking into it. There are animal cruelty laws in Canada...

[@HLBear]

Someone in the video commented it is being investigated. It could be anything from a human without the capacity to understand, to someone unable to offer any care but refusing to let her go to another home. She definitely wasn't a stray, so someone used that as an excuse to get her help... and that's okay. She's being helped, and that is what's important now. The rest will be figured out

[@andreamujica7792]

Thank you so much

[@Cristozen1]

Thank you for saving this sweet pup!

[@GoobieMienette]

Oh my gosh you are so generous….

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@lulumoon6942]

Thank you! 🙏🕊️

[@Cristozen1]

@@GoobieMienette Thank you. Sometimes it just feels right to help someone who has suffered so much.

[@Callmekirbi]

Woah thats a ton

[@Snookyooz]

The little dog's patience and stoicism is evidence that she has sadly had long practice in silent endurance of suffering. It's so good that she is getting a chance at life. I hope she finds a loving forever home.

[@lisabelle7553]

She will!

[@natashawoof]

A very insightful comment.

[@barryedgington6812]

Hello Vanessa, thank you so much for accepting to groom this poor little Angel❤ You are such a great groomer and so knowledgeable! I hope Angel will find her forever loving home, as she so deserves. Please would you give us an update on how she is doing. I have made a donation to help and thank all involved. Helene

[@nickit7655]

I’m wondering if they might’ve given her some calming medication

[@dungeonsanddragonsanddrive2902]

@@nickit7655they say in the beginning they can’t risk using calming medication due to uncertainties about her health

[@janefreda7034]

Omg. Poor thing. She was incredible during the grooming. I hope her tumours are benign and her future is filled with nothing but good things and happiness. Someone needs to be criminally charged for letting her get in that condition.

[@maymelden]

Agreed

[@lark3764]

You and the vet tech did incredible work here. Thank you for all that you do.

[@barbaraterpstra898]

The little wag she gave after the second bath just broke my heart. Someone taught her to love people once, but then they just forgot about her. Thank you for the compassionate care you gave her.

[@nikkiofthevalley]

Probably didn't forget, a lot of the people who end up neglecting dogs like this can't take care of themselves (because of old age, mental health, etc.), let alone their pets.

[@eggzacly]

WHAT THE HELL WHERE’S MY FREEDOM OF SPEECH

[@eggzacly]

@@nikkiofthevalleyYOU NEED TO BE LOCKED UP i can’t believe you’re giving the benefit of the doubt, if they truly didn’t forget and actually loved the dog, they would’ve gave it away or at least set it free. Insane thinking. you have ero compassion. Why did they adopt the dog then??????? where is the critical thinking

[@nikkiofthevalley]

@@eggzacly Eh? I don't think you understand how mental health works. It can get worse over time. Same with old age. You can start off being perfectly able to care for your pets, but slowly deteriorate and delude yourself into thinking you can still take care of them, that it'll just be one more day and you'll feed them, or clean them, or let them out for a walk. I've had depression (diagnosed from an actual therapist, not the Internet) before, I know how this stuff works.

[@Lk95rulez]

@@eggzacly It's upsetting but, sometimes, nobody is at fault. It feels *right* to be able to find someone, something in the wrong but... sometimes there isn't. Certain situations are just sad all around. There's a number of possible situations that led to this video, and the most likely ones don't involve any malice whatsoever. Life is tough.

[@shwizzywoo]

this poor baby mustve been in so much pain, thank you for saving Angel.

[@vickiwittmeyer4438]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!! MERRI MERRI CHRISTMAS 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@Chloe-10-]

That’s so lovely I hope you got a bunch of presents for Xmas :)

[@ChrisKatsu-]

She looked so good in her little coat out in the snow. I bet she feels a world of difference. I hope her health improves.

[@tiakesti9315]

Thank you for the work you do. This is just heart breaking

[@Cindy-bee]

This case really made me cry. How could anyone allow this poor little dog to suffer like that? You are amazing Vanessa for helping this poor little creature find her legs.

[@nancyclavette8139]

Me too

[@missgeishascarlet]

​@@nancyclavette8139Me three! Just truly inexcusable! Just how could you let a dog or anything get to that state!? I'm speechless and rather angry!

[@sarahperlmutter7805]

So many cases like this

[@ladybee883]

Same here. My daughter just walked by, and came rushing in asking, "Mom, what's wrong?" I told her about Angel, and she feels the same. We wish Angel the very best forever home possible. We both have senior furbabies, and we let everyone know that they are NOT spoiled, just loved very much. My little girl is 19, and my daughters big boy is 12.

[@karentexas]

Amen.

[@incognitoincignito]

You were an angel with clippers.

[@deelite.19]

I never comment on KZbin videos, let alone give money, but here I am, donating and commenting. This one made me feel so profoundly sad for the neglect that Angel must have endured and I ugly cried. Thank you to Vanessa and the Niagara SPCA. Please keep us updated on this sweet (aptly named) Angel. 💜

[@marisoldiaz2832]

Thank you 🥹❤️‍🩹🐾

[@battlecat6766]

I ugly cried too, thank you for your kindness and love ❤️

[@saraphillips7286]

Crying ain't ugly. It shows you have a heart. That's beautiful, not ugly.

[@NinaHansen2008]

Bless you!

[@lulumoon6942]

Thank you! 🙏🕊️

[@zoenath174]

Her walking at the very end…that’s what makes it all worth it. Thank you, Vanessa, and thank you to all the workers who helped save her❤

[@andrewsammons9643]

Here I am, a grown as man, covered in snot and tears as I watch these two wonderful women save this wonderful sweet puppy’s life from years of misery and neglect, all thanks to the power of the internet and the love of millions of strangers. Life is funny.

[@sntslilhlpr6601]

I honestly didn't know what I was getting into when I started this vid. It's only rival in the tearjearker realm is the movie Only The Brave.

[@elliegoldie6140]

Disbelief any one could have a pet and let this happen.Awful to watch but so glad you were able to help the dog.x❤

[@douglamoy5838]

Same here.

[@jordanc1803]

🥹🫂

[@j800r_aswell]

Being a man doesn't matter. We aren't robots. We have feelings too and anyone with even half a heart would feel it break for this little angel.

[@EvaValenti]

How… how does anyone let a dog get to this state? It’s so sad. Thank you so much to everyone who helped this poor dog. Her cries were heartbreaking. Donated to Angel’s care too. After her treatment, I hope she finds a loving home that will only give her the best.

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@LilacpetaI_Art]

Not defending the owner or saying this is definitely the case but alot of old people have pets and just forget about them and stop feeding themselves and their pets

[@EvaValenti]

@ That’s maybe the only reason that could possibly be excused, but I wish more people would set up backup plans for their pets if they can’t be taken care of…

[@mtnmagic1998]

​@EvaValenti My sister and I have had dogs, cats, turtles, parakeets, fish, gerbils, dwarf hamsters & sugar gliders in our families, but seeing as we're getting older now and our health isn't great, and as much as we both would love adding another fur baby to each of our homes we chose not to adopt anymore but to act as backup for friends and neighbors who would have kenneled their dog and cat family members while on vacation which works for us because we always took our pets with us anywhere. So we still have animals active in our lives but safely in our lives. I wish this girl finds a wonderful forever home and knows the love of family!

[@kathleenchaffin2591]

​@@mtnmagic1998love "borrowing" pets!

[@jonathanarcher4006]

I am a surgeon am I must praise you on your technical skill. It is only surpassed by your devotion to making our world a better place particularly for those animals in dire need

[@SassySyntax]

Thank you so much for being such a wonderful person. I can't believe people would neglect a dog like this but you're the best of humanity for saving her and the tech is for keeping her soothed and comforted. I hope this goes towards supporting you and the animals you help. ❤

[@terrylawrence4121]

As Mr. Rogers said, "Look for the helpers." You are super-professional throughout but I also love the woman who stands there and comforts that dog every minute of this procedure. Bless you all.

[@kellyp6675]

I teared up when I read your comment. How far we've all fallen. We need Mr Rogers and those like him in our lives to remind us to be kind to others, be kind to animals, and be a helper.

[@Mygenevab]

Thanks for saving this baby! I donated $15 is the best I can do. ❤

[@missymitekite]

You all are the angels to help this precious girl. Thank you so much! My heart is broken to see such suffering. God bless you for your love and care. ❤

[@GoobieMienette]

thank you so much for the donation ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@lulumoon6942]

Thank you! 🙏🕊️

[@vickiwittmeyer4438]

REALLY NICE OF YOU TO HELP THIS POOR BABY!!!! MERRI MERRI CHRISTMAS 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@vickiwittmeyer4438]

SO REALLY NICE OF YOU TO CARE SO MUCH FOR THIS PUP!!!!!!!!! MERRI MERRI CHRISTMAS 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@Greesher]

A wonderful video. Thanks so much for all that you do. Heartbreaking the look in that dogs eyes. Thank God and all that is powerful for people like you.

[@tjs114]

I've personally never done it; but I saw a groomer helping at a shelter have a quirky way of breaking down these types of mats. She puts the animal in a very warm, soapy bath (I honestly think she uses dawn dish soap) and then uses a waterproof percussion massager pressed against the mats and literally vibrates as much crud loose as possible. She said she got the idea from ultrasonic jewelry cleaners. It does, however, take two people. One to hold the animal still while the other isolates the mat and hits it with the percussion massager. She had a really nice water proof massager when I saw the process, but she started with just a cheap one that she put into one of those water-tight diving bags with the air sucked out.

[@roguemonitor]

That's really cool! And yes, Vanessa has said in the past that Dawn is one of the best soaps to use.

[@damamae950]

(I was just about to say 'gloves'?)

[@damamae950]

Vanessa - I would love to see an update on this dog... And it might bring in funds for your project.

[@auntielhandmade2099]

Vanessa said that the shelter had no hot water and they were working on getting it restored

[@Dennden]

The massager trick is genius!

[@MamaRoth4]

I hope she continues to improve. This is heartbreaking.💔

[@Mandy-ve7ok]

Those little whimpers just completely shattered my heart. First time that I cried during a pet grooming video...Thank you for helping her Vanessa, and thank you to the vet and the SPCA for staying with you during that time to keep her calm and help soothe her during the process. While her recovery is uncertain right now...at the very least she can walk again, and is probably being spoiled and loved by everyone around her.

[@davidherringgo]

Met two Angels today. The dog needing help. And the groomer showing her compassion . All the best for both in 2025 🙏

[@inuit-youtubeforcedthisonme]

the fact that you burned through 5 pairs of scissors and a clipper shows both how neglected the dog was, and the stoic resolve you have when doing this. the world may be harsh but you and the staff there are amazing reminders that there is kindness out there

[@kittywilhite9583]

No one had to burn through any tools to show how neglected she was. The before picture said it all.

[@fiestacranberry]

I was a groomer for years, and saw some pretty bad matting. But that is definitely the worst case I have ever seen. Thank you for helping her, and please keep us updated.

[@BTHHansen]

This video was one of the most difficult to watch but also one of the most heartwarming to see that sweet pup finally get the love and care that she deserves.

[@nancyclavette8139]

Well said. It was very difficult. Hope many donate to her care

[@alfreire72]

Me too. I just fast forward until the end.

[@bigredc222]

I couldn't watch the whole thing, I skipped through.

[@Gretabpooh]

I had to stop multiple times to take a break. But I was determined that if that sweet Angel could endure it, she deserved that I watch it. She is aptly named and deserved everything good in her future. Thank you Vanessa and everyone else for showing such care for her. Hopefully you've shown her not all humans are the monsters her previous captors are.

[@riley6740]

I subscribe to a couple of channels from European countries. All the animals are found abandoned and they help them get their hair cut back so they have a better chance at life.

[@favouritesdump]

Hope she recovers well.

[@AleksyPL]

I watch your videos for a while. Every two days, my workmate and I say "Pani od piesków wrzuciła nowy film :)" (Dog lady uploaded a new video). You are so nice to these animals, even if they are not nice to you. You are doing such a good job. People like you are so special and so needed. It is good that this poor dog received help when she needed it the most.

[@iwonanatalia5476]

Pani od piesków jest super 😎

[@mickithompson5888]

Over 20 years as a vet tech in critical care/emergency service, I thought I’d seen some true horrors out of rural NC/SC, but damn, this was horrifying. Thank you for what you and the SPCA did for her. I would LOVE to see how she looks in 6 months after getting the love and good care she deserves!

[@Jus1408]

Thank you for rescuing such a precious Angel. Keep doing what you're doing. The world needs more compassion & humanity.

[@xhaltsalute]

Angel in her plaid coat!!! OMGosh, sobs of joy.

[@joycestevens376]

And walking. That sweet little dog.

[@mikes845]

Respect.

[@fortunekader9121]

You are so generous ❤❤❤

[@andrewofford1533]

I am a 58 year old man watching this crying my eyes out. I am an owner of two small dogs and cannot believe how cruel people can be, it makes you wonder how they treat thier children. May a give you a big Hug for helping this poor dog out.......

[@creativecatco]

I hope that the person who allowed this to happen didn't breed. They don't need to be passing THIS type of behavior onto their kids.

[@Wanapelei]

❤

[@gingeroo9347]

Same here 😢

[@ML-xi2rt]

I’m a sobbing mess too.

[@Ksheaisfunny]

OMG that's how old my mom is!! Lemme guess, you were born in 1966, the same year as my mom?

[@MoOLlAy125]

Keep doing what you're doing! You're amazing for these acts of kindness to the world, escpecially with animals like this, that need kindness most ❤

[@davimatte0]

I know its not a lot, but I hope it helps you keeping doing this fantastic work. Big hugs from Genova, Italy.

[@GINA-c7y]

This is very generous of you especially that you are in Europe and not local.

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@MelissaBurgess-f5j]

You are so kind and generous ❤

[@hexxan007]

❤❤❤

[@nesbullie]

My heart swelled 3 sizes at the end when I saw her taking her steps. Thanks to everyone that helped this little dog. I hope she gets a good human.

[@Penguinrule12]

Whew. I jumped to the comment section to see if puppers had use of the back legs

[@MrMoon-hy6pn]

And I’m leaking… 😢

[@Tbird1549]

OMG ! What a mess someone left her in! Thank you for answering the call once again!

[@dovie2blue]

The bath water was nasty....poor thing

[@andyreinisch8734]

A 20 minute video of her getting pets and treats please 😭😇

[@WheelchairWanderer]

Thanks for helping Angel.

[@JamieDeezy333]

Please keep us updated on that beautiful, angel ❤Thank you for all you do

[@LexYeen]

The dog's name may be Angel, but you're the real angel for this work. What a horrible situation you've saved her from!

[@alexw.7097]

For real, every single person in this video is an absolute angel in my book, as well as the pup.

[@elizabethfleck6536]

Thank you for helping her 💜💜💜

[@anniec6420]

Thanks

[@SuperChaos002]

Thank you for everything you do. Happy holidays and I hope Angel is doing much better.

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@etrefz12]

I am unable to donate today, but seeing your donation of $100 warms my soul. Praying for the days where I may do the same!!

[@AD-yk7mf]

such a big help for the cause, thank you for your generosity ❤

[@DBoyd-qq8zt]

She’s acting so gentle with all the stuff happening around her. My heart is breaking and I’m crying. How can anyone do this or let this happen to such innocent beings.

[@amandabilger2235]

I think maybe she realized that they were trying to help her.

[@karensapinski5121]

​I think so too

[@PamRaney]

She looks like she was used for breeding and spent her whole life in a cage. Thank you so much for volunteering to take care of this precious dog.

[@the_newt_nest]

Yeah, it seems likely that someone viewed her as a product rather than a living creature.

[@sheyennehamblin6360]

That, or she was trapped in a hoarders house, and either the owner took her in or someone else found her and got help

[@-svet-ka-]

I doubt she was used for breeding lately. Maybe at the beginning, but after a point she would not be able to breed or raise pups. All those infections would be passed on to her puppies. And I cannot imagine that anyone would buy puppies in such a poor condition. Also, too many puppies would die before they could be sold. A hoarder sounds more likely to me.

[@FoxfireGreen]

Agreed... also probably dumped after she was of no use for good people to find and rescue, also risking falling under suspicion for neglect... scummy all the way.

[@koopiurq--]

캐나다에는 동물보호법 없어요 한국에선 번식장 처벌받고 저 정도로 방치했다면 구속또는 벌금 크게 받는데

[@kelleythaler541]

My heart is absolutely crushed for this sweet girl ,may she make a full recovery and find a forever home,thank you so much for helping her❤

[@KutWrite]

How was that dog even alive in that condition? Someone must have fed her, but watched that condition just get worse and worse. YOU are the angel(s)!

[@monamipluspen9560]

For years.

[@Abgl9]

I was wondering that to, I guess someone was just putting food in her cage and letting her rot. Poor fricken pup

[@LoriPeace]

Thank you for all you do for the animals who don't have humans to take care of them, and who need help so desperately. I hope more people can contribute to help make your work possible.

[@Youraveragemillenial]

Thank you for the compassion you have towards all animals, but especially this poor little soul. You’re making an enormous impact by caring for helpless animals. You’re a hero Vanessa!

[@evelee3409]

I'm a retired UK dog groomer. I've been grooming all breeds during the 1960s through to 1990s. I've never seen matting like that before. You deserve a medal for your compassion, grooming skills and patience. Well done! What about the owners?!!! They are surely due some serious penalties for their cruelty. For that's what poor Angel has suffered. It's sickening. I hope she has her best life now she's free from her incarceration. These innocent creatures need people like you!! Thank You. I've shared this video.

[@lesliegums5119]

And lets never forget the latest ny story where governor hochul went to the home of the man that rehabed peanut the squirrel and fred the racoon where she had her henchman take these animals/ pets and killed them... her staff probably abused peanut and it bit one of the animal control people. So they euthanized both pets and they didn't notify the owner or follow any proceedure..just took them. We New Yorkers are still waiting to see hochul brought up on charges of abuse, dereliction of duty, and animal cruelty. Im still having a hard time getting the details and outcome of this incident that i believe happened in November 2024. The NY administration has been showing it's true colors of neglect and abuse other than for terrorists the past 4 years plus but now they've turned to people's pets. No one is above the law.

[@Jonathan-A.C.]

@@lesliegums5119 Those thugs need to face justice

[@iremlergun]

YOU are an angel, thank you so much for helping her! ❤

[@Ahmedbaqi_]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@swagster6974]

Ur donation will give u good karma ❤

[@CC-xn5xi]

You are an Angel, too.

[@canneddoge2618]

I can't take much more kindness omg. Your such a good person! Everyone in this video is!

[@careyfinding3310]

Neglecting/abusing a dog is the greatest betrayal. We created them to be our companions, our guards, our friends. They evolved with us, more than any other animal. They love us unconditionally. Their loyalty is absolute. And yet there are people who would treat them with cruelty and indifference... Thank you for all you do, GWtD. What you do might not change the world, but it changes the world for that dog.

[@LdyVder]

This video shows why I hate people at times. WTF is wrong with people.

[@Swuh]

There is truly evil in this world

[@svenno9951]

cats also have a special relationship with mankind and deserve special treatment

[@OctagonCookies]

⁠@@svenno9951Absolutely, but when it comes to animals that worked for us dogs are up there alongside horses and donkeys, while cats have always been treated entirely as pets or as pest control.

[@svenno9951]

@ Yes, there are several other special animals. It just seems to me there is a bigger, but small segment of people who hate cats and can treat them very badly because they are small. Yes, dogs are mistreated too.

[@karenbatton8277]

Thanks!

[@karenbatton8277]

Can’t imagine the kind of people who would let this happen to a helpless animal. Sorry excuse for a human being.

[@AraceliAguilar-i1i]

Im slow what happend?​@@karenbatton8277

[@bellebelle7868]

I can hear how upset the vet is too- she is such an angel too! God bless you all ladies!

[@badtanline]

Thank you for all you do

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@Meln2k1h]

I’ve never cried during a dog grooming video before. You were her Christmas miracle this year. Thanks for rescuing such an Angel!

[@michele_michele]

Thank you for all you do to help animals in need. Bless your heart. ❤

[@vickiwittmeyer4438]

MERRI MERRI CHRISTMAS 🎄🎄🎄🎄 SO THOUGHTFUL!!!!!! 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@littlelizzi3135]

That is horrendous 😢 I'm sat here with tears running down my face. The look in her eyes. Thank you Vanessa and the Humane Society for looking after this little Angel 💜🐾💜

[@Cakey-sc8oe]

Mass respect for helping this poor pup

[@Gracelesshearts]

I do donate to my local SPCA, but adding to the donation to support what you do. I enjoy your channel, but this was pretty heartbreaking, and I appreciate what you do in your area. I hope doggo finds a good home willing to take on the health challenges. She deserves it for what she’s been through. Give her hopefully a few more years where she is loved and cared for. Sad how many thousands of pets suffer like this but we don’t ever see them, so thank you for bringing the awareness, and taking care of one little pup at a time. ❤ please keep us updated! It’s sadly a drop in the bucket for what many animals go through, but know you’re doing what you can.

[@bjorn-falkoandreas9472]

The both of you are visibly shaken and still get through this. I am sitting here with tears in my eyes. This is horrible.

[@belikereepicheep]

Oh no, this is so heartbreaking poor Angel. Thank you for helping her.

[@mjustjeanette7026]

Thanks. I'm always in AWE of The Girl with The Dogs. I, admire, from afar, at watching an ethical, entrepreneurial spirit in teaching us how best to care for our pets. Vanessa is a woman with a plan and the plan is to the betterment of all pets: i have an equi-groomer, and a slicker brush having learnt how to care better for our cats. Thank you Vanessa for reminding us truly good people do exist in this world of ours.

[@tassinmonkeys]

Thank you for the amazing work and for helping this sweet pup. This was heartbreaking to watch! I hope Angel recovers and finds a loving forever home! ❤

[@becgr]

Thanks for helping dogs in need. Those little whimpers really got to me 😢

[@andreefontenot8035]

I’m so very glad that you’re able to do this❣️

[@mag4peace]

What an act of love to this little Angel who has never known love before. Thank you so very much for your kindness.

[@tinafeasel9911]

I had one come into my shop 2 years ago in the EXACT same condition….. She ended up being the MOST beautiful 2 year old standard poodle with the sweetest personality I’ve ever met in my 15 year grooming career. I felt honored to be the one to set her free ♥️🐾

[@anh7807]

I found my poodle mix on the road in bad condition. Covered in Fleas, matted hair, dehydrated, and would not eat or poo normal for weeks. I've had him 2 years now and he's the best dog I've had. Still suffers from skin allergies but we are working on tackling that. These dogs really appreciate rescuers and you can just tell their gratitude.

[@chiron591]

Sometimes I feel absolutely embarrassed to be a human being. How anyone could allow this to happen to a innocent dog is insanity. Thank you Vanessa, your a angel for these dogs.

[@ranchoboomerang]

I was thinking the same thing. How do I share species with this kind of human? Sometimes, I just feel such deep disgust. But look at angel now there's hope for her.❤❤❤

[@harshreality2672]

Humanity is absolutely beautiful, but generally people °suck°. 😐 Thank you for helping this poor little dog. 💜🐕💜

[@sylvia.s.s.]

Exactly! This comment! A lot of people are giving the benefit of the doubt to the previous "owners", but we people who help animals in need have seen more of the evil side of humans. We deserve every awful thing we get as a species.

[@TheLastSkyfarer]

Take heart in the fact that you feel this way is a sign of your own humanity and love for creatures outside yourself

[@1Thunderfire]

​@@sylvia.s.s.I sincerely cannot give the benefit of the doubt to the previous owners. This is just awful cruelty through and through. I donate to a cat charity every month but I don't know how staff and volunteers steel themselves to it; my heart would break. I can only assume it's getting an animal happy and healthy that makes it all worthwhile.

[@carlacrazymom]

you and this vet tech have earned stars in heaven for your care and concern for this poor girl. thank you.

[@robinroberts2803]

❤ I agree

[@sinusoild]

I could barely even tell it was a dog in the thumbnail. thank you and everyone for helping her

[@Hzleyes48]

The people that did this to her need to go to prison for a very long time.(Assume it was on purpose ) Poor little girl. Thank you Vanessa and the SPCA for caring

[@talia8581]

💯

[@littlelizzi3135]

@@Hzleyes48 Throw away the key 😡😢

[@GildaLee27]

Likely Angel's human(s) are in terrible shape themselves. This was not intentional. They likely lost the ability to care for themselves as well as for Angel. Someone loved this pup and feels terrible about the situation. I am praying for them and for dear little Angel. Please join me.

[@m0-m0597]

haven't seen all of it yet, but often times neglected animals' owners are too old or sick to care for themselves let alone their pets

[@Sdragnasty]

I imagined some elderly person with dementia, or mobility issues, who needed rescuing, too 😢

[@mysticpirate]

As heartbreaking as this video was, I’m grateful the SPCA allowed you to video in their facility. And that KZbin actually brings in enough revenue for you and the animals so that this emergency care can be given without the worry of how to finance… I’m not even a dog person, yet I totally want to scoop this baby Angel up and give her all the loves and best life from here out. She’s going to end up in the bestest home when she’s healthy enough. 💚

[@Bright_Broccoli]

I see video as a positive because this sad dog is getting a good groom and much needed treatment. But that bath water was so so dirty.

[@DembaiVT]

They know that a video like this is EXACTLY the sort of thing that drives adoptions and donations and they need so much of both during the winter.

[@STPH-LXN]

It's a bit complicated to go with the link but I hope this will help a bit for other dogs and cats you groom

[@GoobieMienette]

How much money is that?

[@alyssaellis9141]

6.20 usd according to Google. Every bit helps​@@GoobieMienette

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you!!!

[@erikaroth6049]

$6.22 in US dollars. A normal donation amount​@@GoobieMienette

[@lettuce7378]

@@GoobieMienette its about 7 USD unless the calculator i used is wrong

[@ShinnaDEW]

Who ever is responsable for the condition that poor thing is in should be put in jail! Thats not neglacting an animal. Its far beyond that. Its for sure a crime. Thank you for taking care of that job!

[@chasmodaimorris9813]

The person responsible has to be in worse shape. No human would do that to a dog unless there was something seriously wrong with them.

[@texasgirl6000]

You are kinder than I would be. Woodchipper would be true justice, not jail time. There is absolutely no excuse for that level of neglect, absolutely none! 💔🤬🤬

[@AlexofZippo]

Yeah, there’s a point where neglect becomes abuse, and we’re well past that. Neglecting a dog is forgetting to feed it occasionally because you’re black out drunk or some shit. It’s showing that your priorities are not where they should be. *This* was willful; there’s no way the person didn’t notice.

[@tsalVlog]

@@AlexofZippo not saying you're wrong; even in the case of sudden paralysis, you ask someone to take care of your dog, but sometimes there's a human who is just as wrecked as chas mentioned, and it wasn't sudden. Again, this is very likely to be abuse, but there are cases where even this might not be the owner's fault.

[@GildaLee27]

Likely the person meant no harm, but slowly lost the ability to care for Angel and themselves. This is a tragic situation. They need our prayers and empathy.💔🙏

[@alexw.7097]

Let's all take a moment to appreciate these absolutely amazing professionals in this video, the passion and care you can hear and see from each of them is astonishing. From the dog to the ones helping her, you are ALL Angels in my book. I hope we can get an update on this sweet lady in the future, I feel like I need to see this dog happy and healthy in a loving home.

[@kaia8167]

I don't normally get emotional over videos like this (surprisingly), but @30:29 when you started listing all of the health issues she has, while showing up that unbearably adorable little face, I started to cry. I hope she finds the best forever home a dog could ever ask for 🥺😭

[@allonisaacr2929]

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