Adorable Way Man Wakes Deaf Dogs From Nap So They ‘Don’t Startle’ [Video]

A dog owner from New Jersey has captured hearts on social media by sharing the way he wakes up his deaf dogs from a nap.

In a clip shared to TikTok late last month, Chris Hannah revealed the gentle and loving method he uses to wake the pups from a nap without startling them.

The video, which was posted on @deafcole, shows Hannah returning home to find the three therapy dogs blissfully snoozing on the couch, completely unaware of his arrival.

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Instead of startling them awake, Hannah uses soft touches, affectionate hugs, or a gentle kiss on their heads to rouse them. This tender routine melted hearts on TikTok where users shared their reactions to it in the comments section.

“Omg. I would never leave the house lol,” wrote user @tash_and_lachie. Another TikTok user, CC, shared, “My soul just instantly filled up with happiness.”

“Oh my heart …