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Owners Plead for Help After Adopting Second, Deaf Dog Goes Horribly Wrong

Owners Plead for Help After Adopting Second, Deaf Dog Goes Horribly Wrong

Summary

A family is dealing with serious fights between their two dogs, which include a deaf pit bull mix named Hoku. The family sought advice online and was considering rehoming Hoku for everyone's safety. Many Reddit users suggested seeking help from a trainer or a rescue organization that can handle special needs dogs.

Key Facts

  • A man adopted a deaf pit bull mix, Hoku, after her previous owner left her.
  • The family already had a six-year-old Boston terrier, and initially, the dogs got along.
  • Over time, as Hoku grew, the dogs began to fight, with Roxie, the Boston terrier, getting injured.
  • The man's child is afraid of Hoku, and Roxie refuses to eat when Hoku is nearby.
  • Attempts to resolve the situation included positive reinforcement, dog separation, and a vibration collar.
  • A vet advised the family that difficult decisions may be necessary for everyone's safety.
  • Online advice included rehoming Hoku with a rescue that specializes in deaf dogs or working with a special needs dog trainer.
  • Experts recommend rehoming as a potential solution if efforts to manage the conflict fail.
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