
Every year, hundreds of thousands of dogs enter shelters in unimaginable conditions. Victims of abuse and neglect, they are often filthy, matted, and almost unrecognizable as being dogs.
Imagine going to a job interview, or on a first date, smelly and covered in dirt. That’s what it’s like for millions of shelter pets across the country who are waiting to get adopted. Of the 6.5 million dogs that enter shelters each year, a majority of them have never been groomed. Instead of stealing hearts, potential adopters are turned off.
As part of the Wahl® Dirty Dogs contest, we're teaming up with Greater Good Charities to ensure that shelters have what they need to give deserving dogs all the grooming care they need to wow adopters.
You can help shelters make these incredible transformations possible. Your gift will send necessary supplies to animal shelters dealing with the worst cases of animal neglect, providing grooming and medical supplies as well as ongoing support for these pets in need. Donate now.
Meet the Dirty Dogs
Here are few of this year's contestants. Visit the Wahl® Dirty Dogs contest to see them all!
Lucy

Kailey

"Surrendered by the only family she had ever known, Kailey hadn’t been groomed in four years. Her tiny body was covered in matting so tight she could barely open her mouth to eat. The SPCA of Anne Arundel County took her in, and groomer Patrice went to work. After hours of patient pampering, Kailey was finally free from pain and the weight of neglect. Once forgotten, Kailey is now cherished by a new family."
Dominic
“Sadly, Dominic came to the Palm Springs Animal Shelter after his owner was found deceased. With no one to care for him, the poor pup was severely matted. Groomers Jasmina and Stephanie teamed up to reveal the gentle dog under all the dirty fur, including his tiny paws and handsome ears. Dominic now looks and feels like a whole new dog—and is happy in a brand-new home."
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