Mom deflects Grinch criticism of 'animal cruelty' showcasing Schnauzer Rizzo's ... trends now

Mom deflects Grinch criticism of 'animal cruelty' showcasing Schnauzer Rizzo's ... trends now
Mom deflects Grinch criticism of 'animal cruelty' showcasing Schnauzer Rizzo's ... trends now

Mom deflects Grinch criticism of 'animal cruelty' showcasing Schnauzer Rizzo's ... trends now

A mom from Chicago, Illinois, has defended her actions after trolls criticized her for dyeing her 'sad' dog bright green, white and red to resemble the Grinch.

Ashley Spielmann, 37, shared a video of Miniature Schnauzer Rizzo's Christmas makeover on TikTok last week, which has amassing more than 10 million views. 

But the mom-of-five was flooded with negative comments branding it 'animal cruelty' to have colored the one-year-old's fur, despite the fact that non-toxic dyes were used at the groomers.

One commented: 'Pure dog abuse.' 

Cute footage of pooch, in the image of the iconic Dr. Seuss character, looking solemn-faced was met with comments slamming the owner

Some online comments branded the makeover 'animal cruelty' and 'abuse' to have colored the one-year-old's fur on Friday, despite the fact that non-toxic dyes were used at the groomers

Ashley Spielmann, 37, shared footage of Miniature Schnauzer Rizzo's makeover on TikTok - showcasing his green, white and red dye-job

Another wrote: 'He looks so sad.'

One person posted: 'How awful, that poor dog.'

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