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When Melissa Shapiro, DVM decided to adopt Piglet, a deaf and blind puppy, she made a promise to him: he will have a productive, meaningful life. Four years later, the dachshund-Chihuahua mix has made tours around the country, acting as a model for positivity and resilience. In hopes of continuing her promise, Shapiro is now retelling Piglet’s story- the initial challenges to the heartfelt triumphs- in her upcoming memoir, “PIGLET: The Unexpected Story of a Deaf, Blind Pink Puppy and His Fa...

Visit PigletMindset.org to learn more about Piglet, his Piglet Mindset educational program, and the upcoming book. Author: FOX61 Staff Updated: 2:12 PM EDT May 4, 2021 WESTPORT, Conn. — While he may not be what comes to mind when you hear the name Piglet, this small, pink pet from Westport is still sure to put a smile on your face. Piglet is a double dapple Dachshund, who was born deaf and blind. The pup was adopted by Connecticut veterinarian Melissa Shapiro a...

Deaf, blind and pink: Instagram famous dog from Westport spreads positivity worldwide Greg Marku FacebookTwitterEmail 1of27 Veterinarian Melissa Shapiros dog Piglet at their home April 23, 2021, in Westport, Conn. Shapiro adopted Piglet, a deaf, blind and pink dog back in 2017. She created an Instagram account for him and uses it spread kindness to more than 220,000 followers. The duo now have a book coming out this summer.Erik Trautmann / Hearst Connecticut MediaShow MoreShow Less 2of27 Veteri...

>> reporter: but piglet wouldnt give up neither did melissa. >> i said if we are going to keep him then hes going to >> reporter: she started posting videos on social media. followers fell in grade teacher trisha love, including third brijot, who thought her students could learn something from a little pink dog. >> what could you take that piglet taught you into your own life >> i should persevere more and try harder at things >> reporter: they call it the piglet mindset. >> no matter who you ar...