That's so sad, poor dog. It's that time of year when people look in their backyard and remember they have this dog that's been rotting on a chain all winter and it needs a haircut. I've seen a lot of really disgusting matted to the skin, with sores, inch long nails, etc but I have not run into maggots yet. I think I would scream. I'm so glad we don't have fleas here I don't think I could be a groomer if we did (I've seen a few flea dogs come from out of state but its rare and I've only seen a tick on one dog ever).