Owner Films Blind Pup Desperately ‘Trying to Fit in' With Foster Siblings

A blind rescue dog named Wren has captured hearts online after a video showed her enthusiastically running through her home, determined to play alongside her foster siblings.

The owner adopted Wren, along with her sister, after the pair were placed on a euthanasia list about four months ago. Wren is a double dapple dachshund-a coat pattern that occurs when two dapple dachshunds are bred together. While double dapples are known for their distinctive markings, they are also at a higher risk of genetic health issues, including blindness and deafness, an article from Dogster states.

Despite being blind, Wren refuses to let anything slow her down. In a TikTok video posted to the account @wrenspov on June 2, which has reached over 5 million views, the pup is “trying to fit in” with the rest of the dogs in the house by running through the room, attempting to initiate play with the resident foster canines.

Wren keeps her head held high with her tail wagging, confidently trotting in the direction she believes the rest of the dogs are going. But once the others zoom past her in the other direction, she pivots and tries again. She even placed her front paws on the coffee table, just in case the others hopped up without her. The video’s caption reads: “She loves when foster siblings come to play.”

Newsweek reached out to @wrenspov via TikTok for additional information and comment.

Wren’s enthusiasm may be heartwarming, but experts say it is not uncommon. Many blind dogs adapt remarkably well to vision loss, relying heavily on their other senses, particularly smell and hearing, to understand and navigate their surroundings, according to an article from the American Kennel Club (AKC). Blind dogs often benefit from toys that squeak, rattle and make noise, allowing them to find them more easily.

The AKC notes that maintaining a consistent environment and routine can help visually impaired dogs thrive, allowing them to continue participating in everyday activities such as training, exercise and social interactions with other pets. This companionship and playtime strengthen a blind dog’s confidence and overall quality of life.

For Wren, that means repeatedly setting off after the other dogs whenever she hears them dart across the room. Even when she loses track of where they’ve gone or runs into the couch, she quickly reorients herself and tries again, determined not to miss out on the fun.

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This story was originally published June 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM.