Michigan Dog Dies During Grooming Appointment at Salon

If you’ve ever dropped your dog off at the groomer, the last thing you’d expect is what happened to a pet owner in Niles Township.

Michigan Dog Dies During Grooming Appointment

A Michigan man is now planning to bury his Shih Tzu after what was supposed to be a routine grooming appointment turned into something unthinkable.

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According to TV6, the little dog, named Mojo, was at a grooming salon in Niles Township when things went horribly wrong. The salon owner told police that the dog was acting aggressively, so they put a leash on him and placed him in a crate to dry. Seems harmless enough, right?

Well, at some point, Mojo tried to get out. That’s when things turned tragic.

How Did the Dog Die During the Grooming Appointment?

An employee found him hanging by the leash inside the crate. They tried CPR, but it was too late.

Dog Owner Speaks Out After Dog Dies During Grooming Appointment

The owner says what made this even worse was how everything was handled after it happened. He claims the groomer cut the conversation short, saying she still had other dogs to take care of, which…if that’s true, that’s not cool at all.

Deputies also noted issues with crate latches at the salon, which definitely doesn’t make you feel any better about the situation.

Are There Grooming Safety Regulations in Michigan?

The death has been ruled accidental, but here’s what might surprise you…there are no specific state-level safety licensing requirements for pet groomers in Michigan.

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You trust someone with your dog for a couple of hours…and something like this can happen. Rough.

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