Celebrity dog groomer offers “trans-fur-mations” to shelter pups at San Diego Humane Society

Gabriel Feitosa is known for his incredible pet transformations.

He turns dogs into life-like pandas, tigers, leopards, cows and even goldfish — all with pet-safe, non-toxic dyes.

Call him San Diego’s dog groomer to the stars as he takes ordinary, furry pups and creates Oscar-worthy showstoppers for best costume or makeup design.

Recently, Feitosa turned his attention to shelter dogs at the San Diego Humane Society.

Gabriel Feitosa shows off his skills with Bandana. Photo: San Diego Humane Society/Facebook


“Celebrity pet grooming artist Gabriel Feitosa has once again created some iconic trans-fur-mations for our shelter pets!” the humane society posted on social media over the weekend. “Recently he volunteered his time and talent to care for the dogs at our San Diego Campus.”

Fitzgerald, a 9-year-old pug mix, now has a lightning bolt. Photo: San Diego Humane Society/Facebook

“We are incredibly grateful for Gabe’s ongoing commitment to giving deserving dogs a fresh and clean start,” the shelter added.

Nova is a 2-year-old shepherd mix. Photo: San Diego Humane Society/Facebook

The dogs has spa days and baths, which resulted in these “fabulous makeover,” the shelter said.

Blazer is 6-year-old pit bull terrier mix. Photo: San Diego Humane Society/Facebook

Feitosa uses only dyes, which are developed for pets by OPAWZ, and are considered safe and non-toxic.

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