Hollow Face
A blank-faced patient with empty sockets and a slumped stance — often tied to more dangerous events if let inside.
Overview
Hollow Face replaces the eyes with dark, empty sockets and gives the patient a drooping, lifeless stance. It reads as "wrong" almost instantly, even to players who have never seen it before, because the empty gaze breaks the friendly look every normal patient has.
The posture is the second half of the tell. A healthy animal stands upright and alert at the window; a Hollow Face patient slumps forward as if barely holding itself up. Together the empty sockets and the hunch make this an unmistakable pairing.
This one can also be confirmed on the CCTV feed if you want a second opinion, but you rarely need it. Refuse entry the moment you notice the hollow eyes and the slouched stance.
How to spot the Hollow Face anomaly
Empty, hollowed-out eye sockets and a lifeless, hunched-over posture.
Pro tips
- Look for the combination — empty sockets AND a hunched posture — so you never confuse it with a dark-eyed but healthy animal.
- If your lighting is poor, glance at the CCTV; the hollow eyes read clearly on camera too.
How to handle it
Reject immediately.
- Second-guessing yourself because the fur looks normal — the eyes and posture are what matter, not the body.
Quick reference
| Anomaly | Hollow Face |
|---|---|
| Category | Appearance Anomalies |
| How to detect | Empty, hollowed-out eye sockets and a lifeless, hunched-over posture. |
| How to handle | Reject immediately. |
| Item / tool | Eyes only, CCTV (secondary) |
| Danger level | High |
Frequently asked questions
How do you identify the Hollow Face anomaly in Animal Hospital?
Empty, hollowed-out eye sockets and a lifeless, hunched-over posture.
What should you do about the Hollow Face anomaly?
Reject immediately.
What category is Hollow Face?
Hollow Face is a Appearance anomaly in Animal Hospital, with a danger rating of High.