Hutch released a reaction video disputing Taylor Lorenz’s recent defense of Hasan Piker regarding the collar visible on his dog Kaya during streams.
Lorenz had claimed the device was a vibration collar and stated its metal prongs were “impossible to remove.” She also suggested tape on the collar covered personal information.
Hutch directly challenged this characterization. He argued that e-collar prongs are commonly detachable and pointed to product documentation that contradicts Lorenz’s claim.
Screenshots from an e-collar manual circulated alongside Hutch’s video show instructions for removing and replacing contact points. The manual describes how different prong lengths can be swapped to accommodate various coat types.
QTCinderella adds weight to Hutch’s argument. She has publicly stated she visited Piker’s home shortly after the stream in question and saw the collar in person. According to her account, it was a shock collar with the prongs removed and tape covering the exposed contact posts.
E-collars typically include multiple modes: tone, vibration, and static stimulation. The contact points screw in and out on most models. When prongs are removed, metal studs or mounting hardware remain visible on the device body.
Viewers quickly matched the device to the ET-300 “Mini Educator” remote from E-Collar Technologies. One person who purchased the same model reported the posts appeared secured with epoxy and required cutting tools to remove. This suggests the collar is shock-capable even if prong removal proved difficult.
Viewers analyzing stream footage highlighted shiny metal visible under black tape on the bottom of the device. This appearance matches what exposed contact posts would look like when prongs are removed and tape is applied over the threading.
The dispute centers on whether the device is shock-capable with modifications or vibration-only as Lorenz stated. Hutch’s position is that product manuals and QTCinderella’s first-hand observation support the shock collar explanation.
The handheld transmitter visible on Piker’s desk during streams resembles those bundled with shock-capable e-collars. The exact model number remains unconfirmed in public discussion, though references include the Educator ET-300, a popular shock-capable collar with removable contact points.
The classification matters because it directly affects understanding of what tool was used during long streams and whether the device’s capabilities were accurately represented. Twitch’s community guidelines discourage content depicting animal harm, though enforcement typically depends on context and intent.
Piker has not publicly commented on the specific model or confirmed whether prongs were removed from the device.
