Many dog owners fear their cherished pets could be stolen, especially when it comes to rare and expensive breeds that often attract dognappers.
However, one woman’s unconventional method for protecting her dog has sparked a heated debate online. While some applaud her creativity, others are skeptical of her intentions.
Chloe owns a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees named Dandy, who stands out due to his striking look—his fur is bright red, thanks to pet-safe dye applied by his owner.
@danthebigreddog Damn, Dandy. You’re red!❤️ #clifford #cliffordthebigreddog #bigred #dogsofttiktok #dogmom #dandelion #nostalgia #childrensbooks #funnydog #pawsome
Her choice to dye Dandy red quickly sparked mixed reactions on TikTok. While some commenters expressed concern, posting messages like “poor dog” and questioning whether the dye is safe, others were captivated by his striking new look, drawing comparisons to Clifford the Big Red Dog.
Chloe reassured her followers that she exclusively uses vegan, pet-friendly dye—reportedly from Opawz—and later shared follow-up videos explaining the reasons behind Dandy’s bold transformation.
@danthebigreddog Reply to @cschubach979 this is for you and anyone else asking why? Because we can! That’s why. 🙂 #cliffordthebigreddog #LevisMusicProject #fyp #cute
She explained that one of her reasons was to “keep him from getting stolen,” since the Great Pyrenees pup is a “rare breed in [her] area.”
Chloe also mentioned that Dan appears to like his new look, as he “loves people and kids,” and the red dye seems to make him “more approachable.”
Additionally, she shared that she hopes to “educate others on safe pet dye practices” and has posted other videos guiding her followers on how to safely dye their own dogs.
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Dandy’s TikTok clips—which have racked up 10 million likes and attracted more than 318,000 followers—continue to spark discussion.
Critics have cast doubt on Chloe’s motives, arguing that dyeing the dog is unlikely to deter potential thieves and is merely a way to gain attention online.
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However, supporters argue that Dandy appears to be a well-loved and well-cared-for dog, is unaware of his own color, and that his owner has every right to dye him as long as it’s done safely and humanely.
Despite his TikTok account’s popularity, Dandy has not been active on the platform since February. Over on Instagram, the most recent post, dated July, shows him back to his natural fur color as the dye has gradually faded.
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Chloe mentioned that he “needs a touch up” and will be “red soon,” though it’s unclear what color Dandy currently is.
However, many commenters expressed their preference for Dandy’s “true colors,” urging her not to dye him again.
What’s your take on the decision to turn Dandy bright red? Is it a creative way to protect him from potential dognappers, or an unnecessary and harmful practice?
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