Deaf Dog That Knows "Sign Language?"

Are dogs smart enough to learn sign language? A heartwarming video of Faith, a 3-year-old deaf mixed-breed dog from Minnesota, has captured widespread attention on TikTok, amassing over 871,000 views, reports Newsweek. Faith's owner, Nikki, 38, has taught her to communicate using sign language, enabling the dog to respond to commands like "potty" and "water." Faith indicates agreement by walking toward Nikki and "booping" her hand. Despite being born deaf, Nikki describes Faith as "extremely smart," quickly learning signs.

Deafness in dogs, estimated at 2.56 to 6.5 cases per 10,000 at veterinary hospitals, is often genetic, particularly in breeds with white or marbled coats. Viewer reactions on TikTok praised Faith’s intelligence and Nikki’s dedication, with comments noting emotional connections to their own experiences with deaf pets.

See the video at the TikTok account f@deafdogofmn