Hasan Piker calls viral dog video a far-right, pro-Israel attack

Hasan Piker defends viral dog yelp video, calling it a far-right and pro-Israel smear campaign targeting him

Twitch streamer and political commentator Hasan Piker, widely known as HasanAbi, has responded to mounting accusations of dog abuse following a viral clip from his October 7, 2025, livestream.

In the footage, Piker’s dog Kaya lets out a sharp yelp during his discussion on U.S. foreign policy, prompting speculation that the animal was harmed.

The controversy began when online users claimed the sound indicated the use of a shock collar, with outlets like Daily Mail and Israel National News amplifying the allegations. Hashtags such as #HasanPikerDogAbuse and #ShockCollarScandal quickly gained traction, racking up millions of views on X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok.

Piker, 34, immediately denied the claims, clarifying in a follow-up stream that Kaya wears a vibrating collar with an AirTag, not a shock device. He explained the yelp came when the dog accidentally hit the bed frame. “She’s spoiled beyond belief — my mom treats her better than me,” he said.

While PETA encouraged a review of the situation, it also acknowledged Piker’s clarification and used the moment to promote ethical pet training. Piker, however, described the outrage as part of a coordinated far-right and pro-Israel smear campaign, linking it to ongoing attempts to discredit his pro-Palestinian advocacy.

In an Instagram Story, he wrote: “She has no idea she’s the most famous dog on the internet because of a far-right/pro-Israel slander campaign.”

Piker has long faced criticism from conservative media and pro-Israel groups for his outspoken views on Middle Eastern politics. Supporters have defended him, calling the controversy another example of manufactured outrage targeting left-wing voices online.