My new puppy seems deaf. Is he ignoring me or can't he hear?

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We just got our puppy yesterday & he doesnt seem like he can hear. My husband says since hes so young maybe he just isnt paying attention. But i think if i yell he should notice since he hasnt been around people very much at all. Hes about 8 weeks old. Does he have a hearing problem or is he just ignoring us?

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

It can sometimes be difficult to tell with puppies if they have a true hearing problem, or if they simply get absorbed in what they are doing and don't register sounds around them :) You can try clapping your hands behind his head when he isn't looking, or making a sudden loud sound like clanging pots together - if he doesn't react at all to these things, it's likely that he may be deaf. If you're still unsure, I would recommend having him checked by your vet to get their opinion.

My new puppy seems deaf. Is he ignoring me or can't he hear?

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