He was born with the unusual hairstyle (Picture: Cassandra Smetka /Caters News)Stripe, a Chinese Crested Shih Tzu, is almost bald due to his breed – but attracts attention with his incredible mohawk.

Leo is “one of the most polite dogs I’ve ever known”, Sandra wrote.“While I feel stale about his Instagram, helping a few people to have joy gives me a reason to keep posting,” Sandra said.2021 has been a tough year for her family, too, with three deaths (including their shih-tzu Chloe, Leo’s companion) and a health scare.

Penny at home with Sandra (Picture: Vets Now)A dog owner is calling for a firework ban after her dog almost was almost killed when it was spooked by one going off.