Tyson (born October 2001) is a

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that is famous for his ability to

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. He has appeared on numerous TV shows, including ''

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'' and ''

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'', and video sharing websites like

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. Tyson's owner Jim Blauvelt says that the dog was

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, starting in

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in 2001. He appeared in the two movies: ''

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'' and '' Undiscovered'' in which his performance was considered to be "outstandingly gifted". Tyson earned more than $1000 a day for performing.

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Video of Tyson skateboarding
on YouTube
Official TysonA short commercial featuring Tyson, the Skateboarding Bulldog
on YouTube
A home video of Tyson skateboarding down a ramp in Huntington Beach, CA
on YouTube
Tyson preparing for his performance in the 2009 Rose Parade, alongside his pal Tillman, another skateboarding bulldog
on YouTube
Tyson skating in 2012
on YouTube {{dog-stub 2001 animal births Individual dogs in the United States American skateboarders

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