Missouri Dog Found With Matted Fur So Severe He Looked Like He Had Six Legs

Simon, an elderly dog, was spotted wandering the streets of Kansas City, Missouri. But unlike most strays, his appearance made people stop and stare.

When he entered KC Pet Project, a local animal shelter, his matted coat was so overgrown that he looked as if he had six legs.

A Much-Needed Haircut

The staff wasted no time and brought Simon straight to the clinic. His coat was in such bad condition that immediate attention was necessary.

“He sort of looked like a prehistoric creature. Seeing him try to move with all that hair, it was absolutely heartbreaking,” said Tori, a staff member.

Two veterinary assistants stepped in to help, and together they began the long process of shaving him down.

The grooming session lasted nearly two hours. By the end, more than 6.5 pounds of tangled