Matted dogs were abandoned at Missouri shelter, then came sweet transformations

Two dogs are on the mend at a Springfield shelter after being abandoned at the facility’s front gates, something staff members say has been happening way too often.

Meet Nicki and Teddy, two senior pups who are now under the much-needed care of the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri after they were left outside the shelter on their own.

“When staff arrived to the shelter this morning, they found two dogs dumped at our front gate. This has already been an ongoing issue, but it has been increasing even more in the last month alone,” the shelter said in an Oct. 7 Facebook post.

“If you’re unable to care for your pet, please don’t abandon them here or anywhere. It puts them in danger and there’s no guarantee we will find them safe. Thankfully, this wasn’t one of those times where we find an empty crate and the dogs are now safe in our care.”

The dogs were in unhealthy condition with their matted fur, and one couldn’t see because its eyes were matted shut. Thankfully, the shelter was able to give them the love and compassion the two pups needed.

Along with a shave.

The shelter mentioned in the comment section that Teddy is a 10-year-old Yorkie mix while Nicki is a 7-year-old Schnauzer/Yorkie mix and they can’t be adopted just yet.

For more information, visit the shelter’s website.