Piglet: The Unexpected Story of a Deaf, Blind, Pink Puppy and His Family (Paperback)

When Connecticut veterinarian Melissa Shapiro got a call about a tiny deaf blind puppy rescued from a hoarding situation, she agreed to foster him until the rescue group could find him his forever home. Little did she know how much that decision would transform her, her family, and legions of admirers destined to embrace the saga of that indomitable pink pup. One of the most anxious dogs Melissa had ever encountered, the Chihuahua/dachshund mix weighed less than two pounds when he arrived at the Shapiro household-which included Melissa's husband, Warren, their three college-age kids, and six rescued dogs with harrowing stories of their own. Carefully, and with lots of love, the family rallied around Piglet to help him settle into his new environment. Melissa soon forged a powerful bond with Piglet, teaching him a repertoire bf tap signals that allowed the two to communicate without verbal or visual cues. As he began to adjust to his new home, his extraordinary spirit emerged. Piglet: The Unexpected Story of a Deaf Blind Pink Puppy and His Family brings to life an unforgettable tale of one special little puppy with a purpose to teach the power of empathy, love, and kindness. Book jacket.