Pet theft concerns plague numerous dog owners across the country. Particularly sought-after breeds with high price tags often become targets for criminals.
However, one pet parent’s unconventional approach to safeguarding her companion has sparked intense discussion and debate across social media platforms, drawing both admiration and skepticism.
Meet Chloe, who shares her home with Dandy, a 2-year-old Great Pyreneese with a striking characteristic: his fur glows a vibrant crimson, courtesy of his owner’s pet-safe dye applications.
The transformation of Dandy into a red-coated canine immediately split opinions on TikTok. While some commenters expressed concern about the dog’s wellbeing and the dye’s safety, others embraced his eye-catching appearance, drawing parallels to the beloved character Clifford the Big Red Dog. In response, Chloe has repeatedly emphasized her use of animal-friendly, vegan dye products (specifically from Opawz), and later shared her rationale behind this dramatic transformation.
@danthebigreddog Damn, Dandy. You’re red!❤️ #clifford #cliffordthebigreddog #bigred #dogsofttiktok #dogmom #dandelion #nostalgia #childrensbooks #funnydog #pawsome ♬ Tasty Carrots by Shou – goalsounds
She explained that theft prevention played a role in her decision, noting that Great Pyreneese dogs are uncommon in her region. Additionally, Chloe observed that Dandy, who adores human interaction, particularly with children, seems more approachable with his distinctive coat.
Chloe also aims to spread awareness about responsible pet dyeing techniques, sharing tutorials with her audience. The videos featuring Dandy have amassed an impressive following – 10 million likes and 318,000 followers on TikTok – though they continue to fuel discussions.
@danthebigreddog Reply to @cschubach979 this is for you and anyone else asking why? Because we can! That’s why. 🙂 #cliffordthebigreddog #LevisMusicProject #fyp #cute ♬ Island In The Sun – Weezer
Critics challenge Chloe’s reasoning, suggesting the coloring serves more as an attention-grabbing social media strategy than a theft deterrent. Supporters counter that Dandy appears content and well-treated, remains oblivious to his color change, and that Chloe maintains the right to modify her pet’s appearance provided the methods are safe and ethical.
While Dandy’s TikTok presence has been quiet since February, his Instagram account’s latest update from July reveals him sporting his natural fur color as the dye has faded. Chloe indicated plans for another red treatment, though Dandy’s current appearance remains unknown.
Interestingly, many followers have voiced preferences for his natural look, encouraging Chloe to skip future dye sessions.
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