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This Dog Picked the Right Garage

When a scruffy stray jumped into her car, she feared he had mange. A vet visit revealed severe flea allergies — and a second chance began.

Reviewed by Bark & Whiskers

Apr 24, 2026

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She saw a scruffy, little dog walk past her open garage — then jump straight into her car. At first, she feared he had mange and couldn’t even touch him. The vet later confirmed it was a severe flea allergy, not contagious. Once safely inside, medicated baths and patience helped him heal. Two weeks later, he played with a toy for the first time — and his real personality finally shined through.

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