Wahl, Greater Good Charities Launch 9th Annual Dirty Dogs Contest
While many people added a furry family member to their home in 2020, there are still millions of homeless dogs seeking loving homes but have been overlooked due to their appearance. To give these dogs, and their shelters, a boost, pet industry leaders Wahl and Greater Good Charities have partnered once again for their ninth annual Dirty Dogs Contest in which they have donated grooming supplies to rescues and shelters nationwide. In turn, these organizations shared remarkable photos in the Dirty Dogs Before & After Gallery (dirtydogsgallery.com) – including the Top 10 Shelter Dog Makeovers of 2020.
Starting today, public votes will decide which three dogs rise to the top; and the organizations affiliated with these dogs will receive monetary grants to further support their efforts. First place takes home $5,000, second place receives $2,000 and third place earns $1,000. The Dirty Dogs Contest runs from Oct. 13, 2020 – Nov. 3, 2020. To vote for one of the dogs, click here.
To help bring more awareness to the Dirty Dogs contest this year, Wahl turned to animal advocate and dog dad to eleven adorable rescue pups, Lee Asher (https://www.theasherhouse.com). “If shelter dogs could talk they’d have amazing stories to tell; unfortunately, they can’t,” said Asher. “So I’m happy to lend my voice and help shed some light on the importance of grooming when it comes to adoption. The dog’s appearance can completely transform, but more importantly, the dog feels healthier and happier and their true personality can finally shine through. Sometimes, that’s all it takes to capture the heart of their new human.”
Since 2012, hundreds of these incredible makeovers have been captured through the Dirty Dogs Before & After Photo Gallery. What makes this gallery unique is visitors can see what each dog looked like when they arrived at the shelter or rescue and how they transformed once they were groomed. The site also allows visitors to search for adoptable dogs in their area, learn more about the dogs’ backgrounds and stories and share their favorites on social media.