Hasan addressed allegations about his dog Kaya during a recent Twitch stream by making jokes instead of providing new explanations. The political commentator appeared with comedian Gianmarco Soresi and leaned into the “shock collar” narrative as a bit.
The move marks a shift from earlier streams where Piker disputed specific claims about the electronic collar visible on his dog. He didn’t clarify contested details during the comedic segment.
The controversy started when viewers noticed clips of Kaya appearing to yelp while leaving her designated bed near Piker’s desk. Some viewers alleged an e-collar was being used to keep the dog stationary during streams.
Debate centered on whether the collar was vibration-only or capable of delivering shocks. Viewers also questioned why black tape covered parts of the collar and why Piker hadn’t identified the specific model.
Piker disputed aspects of the allegations on earlier streams. But the latest appearance signals a new approach. Rather than continuing factual debate, Piker chose to treat the situation as comedic material with his guest.
Twitch’s Community Guidelines prohibit content depicting animal harm or abuse. Enforcement happens case-by-case and can include warnings, suspensions, or bans.
Viewers have noted Kaya’s “place” setup on stream for months. The dog has a designated bed or mat near Piker’s desk where she remains during broadcasts. The original dispute focused on whether any device kept her in that spot and whether it involved shock.
Piker’s representatives haven’t publicly specified the collar model or its enabled features. Twitch hasn’t announced any enforcement action related to the allegations as of publication.
