If you have ever had a dog, chances are you have taken them to a groomer, and sometimes the results can be a little shocking.
Every now and then, a groomer trims a bit too much. The outcome? Something you did not see coming.
Pups can return looking downright goofy, almost as if they wandered out of a cartoon. And yes, it happens more often than you might think.
That is exactly what unfolded when an Indiana dog mom brought her furry friend in for a tidy up, not realizing what surprise awaited her.
The Pickup That Sparked A Double Take
It started as a routine day for Maddie Hilaski, who scheduled a standard grooming to clean up her dog’s coat.
She expected the usual. Her boyfriend went to pick him up afterward and immediately sensed something was off.
The cut did not match past visits, and even the dog seemed unimpressed. His coat had been clipped so close that the look was, frankly, ridiculous.
When her boyfriend sent Maddie the photos, she burst out laughing. It was impossible not to. He looked that silly.
Later, Maddie explained that a new groomer had handled the appointment and had not worked with her dog before, which likely caused the mix up.
The groomer asked if she wanted the “usual,” and Maddie said yes. It seems the notes were misread, or the record was simply wrong. Either way, the result was hilarious.
The Internet Has Thoughts
Maddie shared the after photos on TikTok, and the short clip quickly went viral.
Viewers immediately began making comparisons to Frank Gallagher from Shameless, and once you see it, it is hard to unsee.
Someone from Microsoft even joked: “404 error: same dog not found.”
Given the dramatic change, it is easy to understand why people wondered if it was the same dog at all.
Another commenter added: “His stare is burning a hole straight into the heart of the stylist responsible for this.”
Who knew dogs could deliver such a disappointed look? Apparently, we all do now.
One practical take stood out as well: “Probably due to matting. Some regular hair maintenance will be able to prevent it next time.”
That may have been the case. If the coat was too tangled, the groomer might not have had a better option.
Lesson Learned, Laughs Shared
Whatever the reason behind the close shave, the video gave everyone a good laugh. Sometimes those quick, goofy moments are the most fun to share.
In the end, the pup was safe, clean, and ready for the fur to grow back, and Maddie walked away with a story that the internet will not forget anytime soon.