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Newsweek
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Woman Plays with Neighbor's Deaf Puppy—Can't Cope with Bark: 'Doesn't Know'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A deaf puppy's attempt to bark has left thousands of viewers swooning after a video of her went viral on TikTok. Hannah Holmes (@holmessweethomie) shared footage of her neighbor's deaf dog trying to bark for a frisbee. In the clip, the puppy opens her mouth and gestures as if barking, but no sound comes out. The video has garnered 177,000 likes and 707,800 views on TikTok. "My neighbor's puppy can't hear, and at first I didn't know what she was doing. Then, I realized she's silent barking because she doesn't KNOW she isn't making any sound. This silent puppy bark has got to be the cutest puppy-thing EVER!" Holmes captioned the post. The gray puppy repeatedly makes silent barking motions until a high-pitched squeak finally escapes her mouth. "There it is. You made sound! You made sound!" Holmes cheers in the background. While the moment is undeniably heart-melting, caring for a deaf dog requires special training methods and attention. According to guidance from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, deaf dogs are just as capable of living full and happy lives as hearing dogs. They can be trained effectively using visual signals like hand gestures, along with touch cues. Owners are encouraged to create routines that rely on consistency and positive reinforcement to help build trust and communication. Many people wonder whether deaf dogs can actually bark. The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors explains that they absolutely can. In fact, some deaf dogs may bark more than hearing dogs because they can't hear themselves and may not realize how loud they are. Barking is still a natural behavior for deaf dogs, and while the tone or volume may differ, their need to vocalize remains. TikTok viewers were quick to share their own stories and reactions. "My mom is deaf. Two of her dogs (which were hearing) would not audibly bark when she gave the speak command. they would just pretend. it was hilarious," said one user. "I expected it to be cute and it was cuter," said another. "She's like 'I've seen other dogs doing this,'" added Whitney. A stock image showing a gray dog barking. A stock image showing a gray dog barking. Madelein_Wolf/iStock / Getty Images Plus "We have a blue heeler just like that who's deaf too and she barks AT TOP VOLUME. Scares my soul right outta my body when she does it randomly for some imagined invader," said Jules. "My dog does this too but can hear. We call them her hap-haps," wrote Joanna. "Our blue heeler does the silent barks, but it's cos she knows she not supposed to bark inside, so it's her loophole," shared another dog owner. "My dog is deaf (old age) and he doesn't know he's the loudest sound in the entire neighborhood when he barks," another TikToker added. "My blind heeler has the opposite problem. She thinks no one else can see either so she must bork loudly, she used to never bark when she could see LOL," one user chimed in. Newsweek reached out to @holmessweethomie for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Gen Z More Concerned About Political Differences in Dating Than Millennials
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Gen Z really prioritizes a certain compatibility factor when it comes to dating, a new study has revealed. The generation born between 1997 and 2012 stands apart from older generations in the dating landscape, exhibiting a higher concern for political alignment in potential partners, according to a study from eHarmony. This shift suggests that for many young adults, political views are not a preference, but a fundamental compatibility factor. Newsweek spoke to clinical psychologist Dr. Hannah Holmes about the findings and how she sees them reflected in her own practice. Stock photo: A couple watches a news broadcast together. Stock photo: A couple watches a news broadcast together. gorodenkoff/Getty Images The study, which surveyed 500 people "open to dating," explored main dealbreakers in dating across the U.S. and found that "28 percent of Gen Z said having different political views could lead them to turn down a date," compared to 21 percent of millennials and 21 percent of Gen X. This notable difference highlights a generational divide in what is considered a "dealbreaker" in romantic relationships. Holmes shed light on why Gen Z might be more sensitive to political alignment. "Gen Z grew up hearing stories about couples—or even seeing their own parents or family members—separating due to differences in political and social beliefs," she said. "Many of them see it as a serious sign of lack of compatibility, rather than a minor difference in opinion." This trend, Holmes suggested, comes down to the integration of politics and core values and beliefs for the younger generation. "Politics aren't just abstract concepts for many Gen Z-ers, but instead ways of understanding reality, with real-world consequences," she said. "Understandably, this means that a misalignment in politics is understood as a misalignment of core values, which is typically considered a relationship dealbreaker." Other Dealbreakers in Dating Beyond politics, the eHarmony study also uncovered other generational differences in dating priorities. Millennials and Gen X appear less willing to relocate to find love compared to Gen Z—19 percent of both millennials and Gen X said they are not willing to relocate anywhere for love, compared to 12 percent of Gen Z. Furthermore, Gen Z have a higher preference to date within their social circle compared to millennials. Regarding the importance of political compatibility in long-term relationship satisfaction, Holmes noted scientific research to support that political compatibility leads to more satisfaction in relationships. However, she emphasized that "political agreement is not the final word on compatibility, and with good communication and mutual respect, there are couples with differing political views who can have happy and satisfying relationships." For those who discover political differences early on with someone they like, Holmes advised caution rather than an immediate dismissal. "Generally, if a person meets someone great who is politically different from them, I would recommend proceeding with caution instead of immediately jumping ship," she said. Key considerations include "what are the specific disagreements? Do they fundamentally misalign with your view of the world and morality, or are they minor differences of opinion?" Holmes added. "Whether or not they respect your views and communicate maturely about political topics is...[a] crucial consideration for whether they'll ultimately make a good romantic match."
