| We have a deaf dog now. She is a dalmation with maybe some pitt mixed in. She learned OFF and NO in 2 days and SIT in about 3 minutes. The dogs that are deaf are REALLY tuned into body language. Just pick the signs that work for you and be consistant. We have found a trainer willing to do basic obediance classes with her. My deaf dog is also tuned into vibrations in the house so a floor stomp gets her attention as well as the vibrations from Anna barking. We looked into vibrating collars but found them extremely expensive. Most days we can't even tell she is deaf and noone knows unless we mention it. Sadie has just adapted that well to following shadows and bumps in the house. If you search on the web for deaf dogs there are a couple of good pages on training and signals. Have Fun!!!
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Emily-- Mom to:
Anna CGC--5 year old Rottweiler
Jack --6 year old Beagle/JRT mix rescue
Sadie--3 yr old deaf Dalmatian rescue
^Chris^--1993-1996
Odie--5(?) yr old blind Dalmatian rescue |