When someone mentions a “talking dog,” a Siberian Husky probably comes to mind.
This breed is famous for their ability to communicate. It’s incredible to witness the wide range of sounds these beautiful dogs can produce, often considered akin to “talking” by many people. They can howl, whine, scream, and cry, among other sounds.
However, there’s one particular Husky mix from San Francisco named Bean who has taken things a step further by inventing her own unique vocabulary that her humans had to learn to understand.
A Precious Pup Named Bean
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Bean is a beautiful blonde Husky/Australian Shepherd mix found on the side of a road in Baja, California. She was pregnant and all alone on the streets when a rescuer first discovered her. Thankfully, she was saved just in time to give birth to her puppies in a safe foster home.
Jordan Plumb, Bean’s owner, recalled seeing Bean’s adoption photo where she was smiling broadly. “Bean had this big smile in her adoption photo, and I was like, this is my dog,” Jordan said in an interview with GeoBeats Animals.
Bean’s puppies found loving homes, and Bean herself ended up in San Francisco with Jordan, who is a professional photographer. Bean quickly became Jordan’s favorite subject to photograph.
A Tiny but Mighty Dog
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Despite her mix, Bean is surprisingly small, weighing only 35 pounds. “She’s basically a blonde Husky, but everything has been shrunk to two feet tall,” Jordan joked.
Bean is a friendly and happy dog who loves people and isn’t afraid of strangers. She has incredibly soft fur and enjoys head scratches. But what makes Bean truly special is her unique way of communicating.
Bean’s Unique Grumbles
To communicate with her humans, Bean developed a variety of grumbles, each with its own meaning. “If she wants to go for a walk or if she’s just bored, or if she wants attention, there are slight nuances between her grumbles that we have been able to decipher. If her needs have not been met, she’ll let us know,” said Jordan.
Bean’s grumbles are not only unique but also adorable. Fortunately, Bean has the most amazing parents who made the effort to learn her language and show her love every single day. “One of the biggest compliments I’ve ever received was that someone said they’ve never met an owner and a dog that are so similar, which is the nicest thing anyone could say ‘cause she is so sweet,” Jordan said.
Bean’s Other Quirks
Besides her unique way of talking, Bean has many other quirks that make her special. For instance, whenever someone comes through the front door, Bean will always be at the top of the stairs, peeking out from behind a wall. She waits for the person to reach the top and give her head scratches, smiling all the while.
Though Bean isn’t much of a cuddler, she loves pets and head scratches. “People always say that your dogs get separation anxiety, but I feel like I get separation anxiety when I am away from my dog for too long. It feels like a piece of me is missing when we’re not together. She’s an extension of me at this point,” Jordan explained.
Bean’s Happy Life
Bean is a very special girl who has definitely found her perfect forever home. She brings joy and laughter to her family every day with her unique personality and loving nature.
Bean has become quite popular on social media, and you can follow her adventures on Instagram and TikTok to see more of her adorable grumbles and heartwarming moments.
Bean’s story is a reminder of the incredible bonds that can form between humans and their pets. It also highlights the importance of rescuing animals in need and giving them the love and care they deserve. With her unique way of communicating and her endearing quirks, Bean has truly found her place in her loving home.
Follow Bean on Instagram and TikTok to keep up with her latest adventures and enjoy the heartwarming journey of this precious pup.
