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Deaf Rescue Dog Left in Kill Shelter, Tears at How Life Drastically Changes

Deaf Rescue Dog Left in Kill Shelter, Tears at How Life Drastically Changes

Summary

A deaf dog named Blu was rescued from a kill shelter in Texas and adopted by Nathan Davis, who now cares for him in Maine. A viral TikTok video showed Davis carrying Blu, which sparked support and advice from other dog owners. The video emphasizes the challenges and rewards of adopting and training a deaf dog.

Key Facts

  • Blu is a deaf pit bull mix, rescued from a kill shelter in Texas.
  • Nathan Davis adopted Blu and now cares for him in Maine.
  • A TikTok video of Blu being carried by Davis has gained over 146,000 views.
  • Davis shared that Blu is food aggressive and needs special training, including a vibration collar.
  • Other TikTok users, who are also owners of deaf dogs, gave advice on how to train and care for Blu.
  • The video has over 40,000 likes and has created a supportive community for deaf dog owners.
  • The American Kennel Club suggests training deaf dogs with eye contact and visual signals.
  • Davis continues to share Blu's progress with his followers, showing the strong bond they have formed.

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