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Guy Met Dog With Knotted Hair Covering His Body Like A 4-Lb Piece Of Cloth

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| November 21, 2023

After three long years of being chained and neglected by his owner, a starving dog with matted fur and a diet of rotten vegetables finally gets a second chance at life. A local shelter took him in, providing food and treatment and ultimately transforming the dog into a healthy and happy pet.

The little dog, now named Alpaca, had been suffering under the care of an owner who showed no concern for his well-being. His fur was completely tangled and knotted, making it impossible to comb or groom. With only rotten vegetables for sustenance, Alpaca was severely malnourished and in desperate need of help.

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Thankfully, a local shelter intervened and took Alpaca under their care. With proper food and treatment, the little dog’s body gradually began to recover. But one major hurdle remained: his fur. A grooming session was arranged to address Alpaca’s knotted hair. The extent of the damage was shocking – his fur was so matted that it had to be completely shaved off. The little guy was cooperative throughout the process because he was experiencing intense itching and discomfort from his tangled coat.

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Once the matted fur was removed, it became clear just how thin Alpaca was. He needed to gain weight to recover from his years of neglect. The shelter staff bathed him, hoping he wouldn’t be too scared during the process. Thankfully, he remained calm and cooperative.

After his bath and grooming session, the transformation was incredible. Alpaca was now a handsome dog, ready to start a new chapter in his life. With his new name, he could finally leave his painful past behind and embrace the love and care he deserved.

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As Alpaca continues to heal and grow stronger, he serves as a symbol of hope for other animals in similar situations. His story is a call to action for people everywhere to be more responsible pet owners and to support local shelters and rescue organizations that work tirelessly to save and rehabilitate animals in need. To see Alpaca’s incredible transformation, click ‘play’ on the video below.

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