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A zoo in China has sparked fury after unveiling its new 'panda dogs' attraction in a somewhat misleading bid to draw in crowds.
The Taizhou Zoo in Jiangsu Province revealed its latest attraction last week, an exhibit featuring two small Chow Chow dogs that had allegedly been dyed by zookeepers to look like panda bears.
The Chow Chows, a spitz-type dog originally from northern China, had their fur trimmed short before black and white dye was added to their face and body.
The zoo's new residents drew a large crowd during their debut on May 1, but the attraction was quickly slammed by locals who accused the zoo of animal cruelty.
However, a local pet beautician said natural dyes are suitable for most pets, but to avoid any products with chemicals, What'sTheJam reported.
