thank you!!! ❤

Wow, he's such a sweet boy with great parents... I just looked through his IG and he is so loved... Thank you for your patience, time and love in grooming him and he's living his best life thanks to his owners...

No judgement for his owners or you - except praise! They obviously love him and you are a very special groomer to take on those difficult cases! Yes, it's a cautionary tale of sus breeders for certain. Storm looks gorgeous and I 💯 agree! Having worked in the veterinary field for about 25 years, there are very few owners who would go to these lengths for their pet. It's usually a very kind community here overall. We all learn so much! Let's save the negative comments for the behavior channels where people are pure idiots and endangering their dogs and humans. (Still it should be done nicely and with instruction - there's no need for nastiness! There's enough of that in this world!)

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I have mad respect for you and dogs owner, you both are so kind , world's need more people like you guys

@@user-pr8ch6we5z Why? With good care, he is a dog thad could be happy. Need just find the right management.

@@user-pr8ch6we5z Wow. Looks like you need to learn how to open up and express yourself ... tell us how you really feel.

@@user-pr8ch6we5zoh shut up. You wouldn’t say that about a baby or child now would you

⁠@@user-pr8ch6we5z Your comment is unwarranted and improper. There is no need to put him down. The ethical thing in this case is to be sure he is neutered and care for him as these owners have done. Sadly many special needs animals do not end up with owners that have the financial means to provide them with a chance at life. I praise the owners for what they have done. Thank you Vanessa for your part in this dog’s care. (P.S. Thanks to the person who came in to help you.)

​@@user-pr8ch6we5z Should we put down disabled people too? You monster. Just cause he's disabled doesnt mean he's suffering.

Thank you for your wonderful words. As someone who has been disabled for more than 3 decades, I sometimes find the will to advocate for myself to be exhausting. The empathy of my loved ones and people who understand is priceless.

@@courageouspotato-pc7gh ♡♡♡♡ thank you for your comment and thank you for being here. we dedicate so much of our precious resources simply to surviving, to trying to obtain our own contentedness, to seeking comfort, to securing access to the people, places, and things we need and love. advocating for ourselves is one of the most difficult things, impossible for many of us!, and i firmly believe those of us with this ability should use it to advocate for other disabled people, too. know you're valued and loved. i hope you have a peaceful, comfortable, pleasant upcoming week ♡♡

Sending you both love and hugs. You are both awesome and keep advocating for yourselves. A solid ally here who does what she can to help.

@@anncook1436 thank you so much :) love and hugs for you, too - we all need each other ♡

It's not a matter of being "worth" the time, energy etc - a lot of disabled people can't "give back" much to the community. The real reason is all human beings have the right to certain things simply by being human. That is why we as a society should help disabled people whether or not they can do anything in return.

I wish you all the best with your furry ball of love. Our cat called Mimi had health problems and was a major handful of work but we loved her dearly. Unfortunately her last seizure was too much for her tiny weak body and she crossed the rainbow but will never be forgotten.

@@hinas_for_life I am sorry for your loss, thank you for your kind words.

Same. Epilepsy/seizure disorders are tough on everyone, animal and human, and it helps to know you're not alone and there is hope. I also adopted an epileptic goldendoodle who came through a place I was volunteering. She's four, and hopefully we have many good years left together, but it's difficult not knowing what the future holds. We send our best to your pup and hope you and your vet team can get her stabilized.

I'm glad your girl has you.

As the owner, thank you ♥️

​@@stephk667Hi, I just wanted to ask if you've tried cbd oil for his seizures. It can work wonders stopping seizures with none of the side effects of most seizure drugs. Just a thought. All the very best, and good on you for caring for a special needs soul. You're the best!😊❤🐕💛💜❤️🩷🩵💙🤎💚🧡🙏🐾🙏🐾😘

Anyone who cares for dogs shouldn't buy pedigrees. They're always riddled with genetic maladies and rewarding sickness with money isn't loving animals, it's wrong. By all means, have dogs as pets, but buy mongrels or get rescue dogs. The list of problems pugs have is abuse beyond measure. I don't doubt the owner's heart for one minute, but it's easy to give into animals because they're cute rather than questioning is it fair or humane to animals? I want everyone to think carefully about that.

@@SevenEllen I agree with you about unethical breeders but this dog had a brain lesion. This is very unlikely to be due to breeding and more to a development issue in the womb or possibly an accident when he was a pup.

In theory this should not happen, unfortunately we live in a world where greed and selfishness prevail, but I guess if no one bought from them they would eventually get the message, but then what would happen to these poor animals who are the victims of this cruel society

@@SevenEllen better yet rescue mongrels

@@SevenEllen i think the discussion around breeding is more complicated than that. working lines of dogs that strive for fewer health and behavioral issues are very important. service animals, livestock guardians, search and rescue, and the many other jobs that dogs can have are possible because of selective breeding and people ensuring that there are lines of dogs that can continue to work faithfully far into the future i 100% agree with you about dogs like pugs. it's really unfortunate that so many people prefer a cute dog over a comfortable one. i hope the decline of backyard and unethical breeders will help decrease the number of dogs in rescues and everyone can be better off

Same!💜

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Plus the care and devotion of the owners who make sure he is cared for in every part of his life

I'm sure he wasn't as angry but you must consider the fact he may have some numbness in certain areas, legs & underbelly. He may have been experiencing a tingle and never felt that before. With that much matting, I'd say he did wonderful with you. Such a beautiful baby with extremely good manners 💕

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I am so sorry for your loss. May she Rest In Peace. ❤️

To the owners, and this lady groomer, you all are very, very special people. Storm is beautiful, would make you want to give this big, gorgeous fluffenstuff a enormous hug (if permitted). Kudos to you all!

Yep his growling is his breed, he really did a good job.

Honestly he and his family are a really good example of why disabled animals DO NOT NEED to be put down at all. They need owners willing and able to accommodate their needs. But when pets are treated as inanimate companions like stuffed toys people are completely willing to believe a disabled animals life is not worth saving. That there's no way for them to be happy or live a fulfilling life. That's something that is also reflected in the way people view disabled people but we haven't caught up as a society that our companion animals deserve to be cared for and given the best life possible. And I don't mean that in like ... support of irresponsible breeders who are literally breeding deformations and major medical issues into their puppies. Just that if you see a special needs dog at a shelter....maybe don't skip over them as a rule if you have the means to give them a happy life. I know not everyone can because it's expensive but ....this dog seems very happy, polite and well adjusted. The fact that he got extremely good care lessened his seizures and while he may deal with some chronic pain and fatigue he seems to be doing very well. It's honestly so heartwarming to see.

​@opheliamunroe1110 I totally agree with your statements. Many bad breeders and you must do your research or be prepared to care for the outcomes.

@@gafairbanks2434 Honestly even people who do a lot of research are being bamboozled by some of these breeders. There are very few responsible breeders after the pandemic hit. There was this huge influx of adoptions and while most of it was super cute and wholesome a lot of people decided to get into breeding. And that's on top of how many irresponsible breeders were already out there. Finding out the AKC isn't reliable either makes it a daunting task. These owners thought they were at a reputable breeder too and look what happened to this poor pooch. I'm still a huge advocate for shelter adoption. Especially considering how often those dogs end up in shelters anyway. Because most people who were sold a disabled or very sick animal would just surrender them to the shelter. Usually because they can't afford to nurse them to health. Irresponsible breeders will also take in the last of a litter if they aren't puppies anymore because people specifically want PUPPIES from a breeder and they'll get rid of any they can't sell to start over rather than waiting to find good owners and run their poor female through with back to back litters. Like. At this point I would consider it a bit of a red flag if they ONLY seem to have very young puppies available and they push super hard for you to buy immediately before you can notice any birth defects or health concerns. It's so bad out here for dogs right now ...

He got the golden ticket of a family though❤❤

For sure! he looked far better. absolute kudos to the owner for being willing to go so far, figuratively AND literally, to provide what's best for the poor dog. I looked at the Instagram page, so much love there for him ❤

I think he looked much better when you finished, even though you don't think it is up to your usual standards. I'm hoping that your tips-and-tricks suggestions to the owners will help them deal with the coat on their own. If they can get it under control on their own, then maybe they could make a trip to you twice a year for more extensive grooming.

I agree 100%

Looks to me like he is handling this pretty good!

He's beautiful! Great job ❤

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Us cat Mum's are the same! They are so naughty but we love them so much!

@@shendisackettdo I refer to mine as little assholes? Yes. Will you meet your creator if you even think of hurting them? Also. Yes.

@@Rainbopagn Luna is known as a furry a-hole or the little monster! Nobody else is allowed to call her that! If anyone ever hurt her I would lose it! She's my little weirdo, she spent her first 8 weeks in a house with 4 kids and 2 dogs and other cats so she's pretty bulletproof in that regard, but she dies growl when somebody knocks the door! She also spends time every night monitoring the front and back garden and bangs on the window if any cats or foxes dare to enter! She was the naughty super confident one in her litter, I always seem to pick the naughty ones!

@@Rainbopagnfr, I’ll insult my cats, but defend them immediately if someone calls them names. I live with their antics, it’s a parent privilege

My heart goes out to you I can't imagine how difficult life is. May you and this beautiful boy live very long and happy lives ❤️❤️

Are you his twin? (I have epilepsy as well)

Do you also growl at the stylist when a haircut is taking too long?

@@Kairamek Don't we all?

*waves* Me too! Was lucky do not be blind from the lesion, but seizures and migraines are a huge issue. Always nice to find people in the same, or similar boats. We tend to come out of the woodwork on videos like this.

yeah, all that medication, all those vet appointments, they must have good jobs too, i could never

Ditto!💜🙏

Accessibility activist sounds like a movement I can get behind! Making the world available for everyone should be mandatory

i'm disabled and coordinate access for other disabled activists in activists spaces, and i agree that this video's presentation is well done and a gold standard example of how to approach tending to disabled animals, and even people. be well, thank you for continuing the fight ♡

Same. I am the disabled caregiver of my disabled adult child. I see what Vanessa is doing here, explaining the dog's disabilities and showing such compassion and understanding, vital to the acceptance of all creatures with disabilities. It normalizes it in a way that doesn't feel 'preachy' or like she's pushing an agenda. This is a good example of what inclusion should look like.

I appreciate how matter of fact she is about his needs. They're just something to be kept in mind and worked with, not some tragedy to be milked for sympathy or drama.

we are not in the 60's anymore, instant connection is possible with social media , phones etc without much effort, so not with hope; im pretty sure they had a confirmation not a hope but the 6 hour drive, that stays

@@cristianmicu they said he could be aggressive, and he has a seizure disorder. If anything happened Vanessa would have stopped the groom. So yes it was a HOPE. Animals are unpredictable, domesticated or not. Every new groomer is a hope. They are amazing pet parents. Thats all that matters and the point of my comment.

Either they came from America or New Brunswick.

amazing owners who only think of themselves instead of how much their dog is suffering

​@@ferretyluvThey came from Michigan, USA

Yes, I agree. He looked like he was doing a bit of a swagger for minute. Then when he realized the door wasn't opening, laid down right in front of it to make his opinion known and waited for his mom to pick him up. 😂

Yup, not all that many years ago, they would have put him down, maybe at birth.

Exactly. The owners obviously are huge animal lovers

Not many could have afforded the expense of such intensive, constant medical care. Stormy is fortunate that his family is not only willing, but also financially able, to extend the care he needs.

​@@lynnkramer1211 it is sad that happens. We wouldn't do it with humans so I dont think we should do it with animals. So pleased to see this beautiful dog cared for and loved

Couldn’t agree more!!

his owners definitely love him ALOT. He’s getting 23 pills a day, they are like warriors

And having seen/heard a dog seizure, I'm also extremely grateful that such a thing would not feature in the main video. That is a sound I would prefer to never again hear in my whole life. At the same time, I understand the educational benefit being able to see/hear such a thing could be for other people.

I have had my lovely cat die shortly after she had three massive seizures the day before. I will not forget her yowling on Christmas morning 2022. She died the next day in the vet hospital.

We don't need protection, we're adults. You cannot control the things you see.

@@emisformakersame here, when my elderly childhood dog passed, I spent an entire night with her in the back seat of a car, her in her bed, and trying to keep her nonstop seizures from getting her hurt, and her airways clear. It terrified me, and I still see it sometimes.

As someone with mild congenital endocrine problems, I’m expecting them to get worse later in life. Thankfully, I only have to take one pill for it and wear an ID bracelet (which I really need to update, actually). I feel pretty lucky. But I’m prepared for it getting worse.

​@@ferretyluv And prepared is the best way to be. Enjoy what you can, for as long as you can.♥️

You do not want a wooly Mal, those coats do not keep them warm

@@cindysavage265 I have one lol

yess the bit at 6:09 it’s so cute his face!!!

​@@Mr.Claws_ I just commented that too!

@@Mr.Claws_ That part made me crack up laughing! He's like an angry wooly mammoth!

I just saw the podcast also. The non helpful comments that come Vanessa’s way are just absurd. She proves her determination, dedication, and love with this one groom alone. Doing what she does as a career is a step out of most people’s comfort zone, requiring courage, perseverance, and willingness to open your life up to more people than most of can conceive of. Not to mention that this career doesn’t have a 9 to 5 schedule, it requires more hours than most of us are able to give. Vanessa, you give the dogs, cats (and the occasional pig!) as well as their owners and your audience, an immeasurable gift. Give all the nay sayers the reply of the most loved dog in the world: Snoopy’s iconic “Bleah” raspberry.

I checked out one of her critic’s pages. He was literally seated at a gaming console in what appeared to be a basement 😂😂😂. No wonder he is threatened by her success. I’ve listened to a couple episodes of the podcast and I’ve learned a ton, the kind of info that helps me keep my girl healthier and safer.

I checked out one of her critic’s pages. He was literally seated at a gaming console in what appeared to be a basement 😂😂😂. No wonder he is threatened by her success. I’ve listened to a couple episodes of the podcast and I’ve learned a ton, the kind of info that helps me keep my girl healthier and safer.

I must occasionally sing the song of my people.

He's beautiful!

Thats the definition of judgement, imo

Ikr? Maybe I just missed it, but I was a bit confused about what else she wanted to do. 🤣 He looked amazing!!

​@Jen7867. I'm not sure if she did the nails and paw pads, he was a bit stressed with the matting on his belly,which was important to clear.

@@barbaramcmillan3835 Ah, that makes sense. 🙂

You're joking. She's such a scaredy cat. The minute a dog starts continually growling to try to scare you, it works. This poor dog was driven all that way, and everyone knows he'll get matted again in no time. God, I hope this was at least free! Those poor owners were ripped off if not. I'm not saying I know a solution for them, but thanking her was ridiculous. They could've gotten that level of demonstration from a how-to video by any groomer on YT.

⁠@@mandymorrow5473A. the grooms are always free B. she needs to work within the dog’s boundaries in order to do her job without traumatizing the animal for future grooms, esp on a disabled animal C. what a rude and judgmental comment lol

​@@mandymorrow5473Mandy you are such a Karen... if you don't have anything nice to say just keep quiet nobody wants or asked your opinion .... now try and have a good day!

@@mandymorrow5473 before you make an absolute fool of yourself on this page. You should find out a little about Vanessa. She doesn’t charge for these and she takes on animals like who are difficult to groom because of medical conditions past trauma, etc. She grooms animals that are up for adoption at shelters and does a lot of charity work with senior homeless animals… absolute ignorance.

​@@mandymorrow5473 Before you pass judgment and make nasty comments, perhaps you could take time to learn more about Vanessa. She is a phenomenal person and is dedicated to helping animals who are unable to be groomed by regular groomers. She doesn't charge a penny for these grooms, uses her platform to educate and inform, and to raise funds to support animal rescue and shelters. Vanessa is ❤❤❤

As soon as we saw the first blow dry with the conditioner in I knew it was going to be a satisfying one.

@@norfolkngood8960 they are recommended for dogs with thick coats.

Their dedication and love is amazing.

​@@norfolkngood8960with disabled dog of that size, a prong collar is almost required. If people use them right they are no different than any other collar.

​@@norfolkngood8960 And of course, you know all about keeping an animal with medical issues safe and in control. You also don't know if they put that collar on him for the safety of Vanessa. Great conclusions!

@@norfolkngood8960ignorant take

Thank you for caring for these pups. We lost our girl in September at 14 1/2 to sudden onset vestibular disease the vet believes was caused by a stroke or a brain tumor. I miss her so much.

My dog had vestibular disease. I thought she wasn't going to recover and almost put her down. She recovered a lot and gave me another year of love, but then it was getting bad again so I put her down because she wasn't leading a good life anymore. It was the scariest thing I experienced.