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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 Family.” The book is expected to be released on Aug. 3, 2021.  The duo’s journey started after Sh...

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 and her husband. After gaining national attention through Instagram, Piglet and its owners have worke...

Deaf, blind and pink: Instagram famous dog from Westport spreads positivity worldwide Greg Marku FacebookTwitterEmail 1of27 Veterinarian Melissa Shapiro's 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 Veterinarian Melissa Shapiro and her dog Piglet at their home April 23, 2021, in Westport, Conn. Shapiro ...

>> reporter: but piglet wouldn't give up neither did melissa. >> i said if we are going to keep him then he's 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 are or, like, what disabilities you have, you could still do stuff. >> reporter: it's been so succes...