Dog Owners Who Tried to Groom Their Best Friends While in Self-Quarantine and Regretted Their Decision Instantly
When dog grooming appointments disappeared during quarantine, a lot of pet owners learned very quickly that a pair of scissors is not the same thing as a professional grooming table. The results were often uneven, awkward, and a little heartbreaking, especially for dogs with coats that really need regular care.
These posts capture the moment people tried to handle the job at home and immediately realized they had made a mistake. From lopsided trims to very offended pups, the reactions say everything.
By the end, it is hard not to feel for both sides, because the dogs definitely had opinions about the whole thing.
1. "Groomer Closed Due to COVID-19. Wife Told Me to Trim the Dog. Hold My Beer"

2. He Ruined His Life

3. "Help Me! My Mom Did My Grooming. I Was in Desperate Need About 4 Weeks Ago. I Look Like a Chinchilla"

4. He's Judging His Human So Hard

That haircut did not go unnoticed.
5. "Take It from Mash and Wait Until the Professionals Are Back"

6. "This Is the Mug of a Dog Who Is Plotting His Revenge Against Me for Giving Him a Home Haircut"

7. The Most Unexpected Casualties

8. "Miss That Fluffy Boy. I Want His Fur Back"

Some owners learned the hard way that fur grows back slowly.
And if you think you can DIY, check out the person who tried dyeing their dog’s fur and got an epic fail.
9. Quarantine Haircuts 2020

10. All Faith in Humans Lost

11. Just a Trim

12. "COVID-19 Haircut. Mistakes Were Made"

The regret was immediate.
13. "First-Time Quarantine Groomer Here! How Did I Do?"

14. "My Dog Got a Haircut. Seems Pissed About It"

15. "Guess Who Won't Be Asked to Groom the Dog Again"

16. "It Was So Long She Couldn't See, So I Tried My Best, but Poor Maggie May Deserve Better"

Maggie May was not impressed.
17. "My Wife's First Attempt to Groom the Dog During Quarantine"

A lot of these dogs are still holding a grudge.
For another “plucked chicken” moment, see how Mom’s “extreme makeover” sparked family outrage.