Stray Dog Found In Terrible Shape Turns Into A Beautiful Fluffy Princess

| Published on April 3, 2025

While riding his bike to a basketball game, Jace noticed something that made him stop in his tracks.

On the side of the road lay a small dog, her body covered in wounds. She looked scared and broken.

Jace couldn’t take her with him right away, but he knew he had to do something. He quickly made some phone calls to get her help.

That one act of kindness would completely change her life.

A Scared Pup In Need Of Help

Jace called his mom, who showed up with the Mission Pawsible rescue team.

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When they found the little dog, she was curled up and sleeping. But as soon as they got closer, she made it clear she didn’t trust anyone.

The rescuers didn’t want to leave her behind, so they tried to figure out if she had a home.

To their surprise, they learned that the dog did have an owner—despite being in terrible condition.

“She was once a stunning western breed puppy but she wasn’t maintained to the standard of care these animals require so today she is covered in dreadlocks, ticks, fleas and is fearful of most people. This is why people need to be educated around pet care – both physically and mentally,” Mission Pawsible shared on Facebook.

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It seemed like she had never been properly bathed or cared for in her life.

They tried tempting her with food to get her into a crate, but she was too clever for that.

After half an hour, her owner showed up on a scooter and managed to put a leash on her.

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“The ‘owner’ agreed for us to take her. The sadness and confusion in Lexie’s eyes was heartbreaking. Removing owned animals from their humans is truly a horrible experience. She may have dreadlocks and been neglected but she still loves that man,” the rescue said.

Even though she had been neglected, she still seemed to care for the person who failed her. But deep down, she might have felt that her life was finally about to change.

A Fresh Start For Lexie

She was brought to a vet clinic, where she got a much-needed haircut and a tasty meal.

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Once her fur was trimmed, the team could finally check her wounds. Luckily, her injuries were not too serious.

Lexie was still sad and unsure, but the staff believed in her. With love and time, they knew she could learn to trust again. All she needed was the right home to help her heal.

That home came faster than expected.

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Lexie’s new mom, Michellina Suminto, met her and instantly fell in love. She had been looking for another dog so her pup, Edison, could have a friend—and Lexie was perfect.

Soon, Lexie’s fur grew back and turned her into a fluffy, adorable pup. She and Edison bonded right away and became the best of friends.