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South-East England Deaf Dogs

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	Town: London, United Kingdom Deaf dog: Betty Boop is an 8 week old Boxer. Beautiful Betty...What can I say? She is adorable and our first deaf dog. I picked her up today so have not started training yet..she's just settling in! I am planning to use British sign language with her as I already use it with my deaf daughter. As soon as I knew she may be deaf I wanted her...I like a challenge..so here goes! Oh and any advice would be very welcome to my email! Human companions: Nikki Beeney and daughter Millie Other pets: 2 Rats Ronie and Rosie Email: nikki.beeney@yahoo.co.uk
	Town: Fareham, Hampshire. United Kingdom Deaf dog: Polla is a 2 and 1/2 yeard old Siberian Husky. We rescued Polla from the Dogs Trust and have only had him a few days. I have to say he's a complete heartbreaker - he's incredibly eager to please and I can't say I find him any more difficult than our other 3 Sibes, other than not being able to just call him. Human companions: Deborah and Andrew Daw Other pets: 3 other Siberian Huskies, all fully hearing Email: deborahdaw@btinternet.com
	Town: East Sussex, United Kingdom Deaf dog: Ronnie is a 16 week old English Bull Terrier. Having lost our beloved four year old English Bull Terrier, Stan, to anaemia in August, his mum Nellie was pining for him as much as we were. We decided the only way to ease the pain was to bring another boy into the family to fill the huge void left by Stan. We chose Ronnie as the handsomest dog of a litter of 8 boys. He is all white apart from two black ears and is absolutely adorable. Nellie accepted him straight away (even letting him attempt to suckle from her with his needle sharp teeth!) and now they enjoy games and walks together with Nellie having reverted back to puppyhood despite her advanced years! We became aware of Ronnie's deafness when he was about ten weeks old, when despite calling, whistling and clapping, we could not get his attention when he wasn't looking at us. Our worst problem with Ronnie was his playful (but extremely painful both for us and Nellie) biting and mouthing. We have since had a one-to-one session with a behaviourist who has given us the confidence to start communicating with Ronnie by signing. He learned to sit within 10 minutes, and is becoming better everyday at focusing on us and trying really hard to fathom out what we are trying to say to him. Human companions: Lynne and Kevin Taylor, Betony, Chloe and Rosie (daughters) Other pets: Nellie - eight year old white English Bull Terrier, Arthur 29 year old eclectus parrot. Email: lynneetaylor2000@yahoo.com
	Town: Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom Deaf dog: Asali is an 11 month old Border Collie. We rescued her from the Border Collie Trust about 6 weeks ago. She had been with them for 2 months. Her previous owners hadn't realized she was deaf and had treated her as stupid. She is very lively and loving, but is hand shy and has a tendency to guard either food or herself if feeling threatened. We have 4 other dogs who have accepted her really well, but are slightly confused when she ignores their warning signs if she is overplayful. She is really good off the lead and watches the others as us intently. She is very bright and I am hoping to do agility with her once she has settled in. I fell in love with her when I read about her on the Border Collie Trust website and I know she is quite a challenge, but worth every minute. Human companions: Hilary Love, Husband Steve, daughters Laura 22, Josie 20, Steph 19 and son Ants 17 Other pets: 2 Border Collies, 1 JR, 1 Chihuahua , 1 Cat, 2 ducks and avairy birds. Email: hilarylove@yahoo.co.uk
Berkeley	Town: London, England Deaf dog: Berkeley is a 6 year old Jack Cross and is a super chap who lived in rescue all his life until 2 years ago when we came along. He was deaf from birth and had many problems including anxiety. But in our loving care he has really blossomed. Last year he won 'The Dog that No-one Else Wanted' prize at The Wag and Bone Show. You can read all about him here http://www.dfordog.com/readerpages_09.htm. I now run a website that has a specific section on Deaf Dogs with advice and suggested hand signals. http://www.dfordog.com/deafdogs.htm Human companions: Jenny Prevel and Husband Other pets: One hearing dog Email: info@dfordog.com
	Town: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Deaf dogs: Sasha is an 18 month old Collie/Husky mix. When we first got Sasha from Woodgreen animal shelter, they got letters from three vets in practice today, they said that Sasha should be put to sleep or kept in kennels, she should not have been rehomed. I'm so very thankful that they did not have a hand in Sasha's rehoming, she has given us so much joy, they would of denied us that happiness, Sasha has so much to give, its a pitty they could not see beyond her differences. They would of deprived the world of such a shining light, full of nothing but love and joy... I'm pleased that all vets do not take this line of thought, and Sasha has a vet that loves her, but then once you've met her, you cant help but love her. Shasha, is a happy confident little dog, she has brought more joy to our lives than could ever be imagined, she is so very clever and easy to communicate with, when people ask how I've trained her I have to be honest and tell then that it was she, who trained me, she is so full of life and lets nothing hold her back, she is fantastic and I can't help but admire her, she is so brave. Human companions: Ren, Neil, Ell, Daniel and Aharon Schofield Email: ren_schofield@hotmail.com
Bonnie and Fleur	Town: Hastings, East Sussex Deaf dogs: Two Dalmatians, Bonnie and Fleur. Bonnie's affectionate and "a bit of a bulldozer." Fleur is loving, obsessed by light, and always close by, the sisters were born in July 1999 Human companions: Penny H Stacey and her husband Steve Email: penny.stacey@virgin.net

Wesley	Town: Woodford, Essex, England Deaf dog: Wesley is a registered PAT Dog, he has a little arthritis but is still keen to learn and loves nothing more than doing some training and being given some treats as reinforcement. As Wesley is growing progressively more deaf, we are learning constantly between the two of us what his changing needs are, and how we can keep his life interesting and enjoyable. Human companions: Gail and Jason Email: Jasandgail@aol.com

	Town: Caterham, Surrey Deaf dog: We lost Sammy a year ago and we miss him. We are thinking about another deaf dog - a greyhound. Human companions: Alison Niemira and family. Email: alison@catsf.co.uk

Luke Sky Walker	Town: Staines, Middlesex Deaf dog: Luke was one of the puppy's in the Disney film 102 Dalmatians. Nobody wanted him and the dog trainer just wanted a good home for him. He is VERY affectionate and gets on well with our other two hearing dogs. His best pal is Dotty our other hearing Dalmatian. She is very spotty. Although it was hard going at first Luke is growing into a smashing little boy, he is handsome, full of energy and we love him to bits. He lives with us in a sheltered housing scheme for older people so he has 35 adopted grannies and grandpas who think he is great! Human companions: Sue (Mummy) & Gary (Daddy). Other pets: Tilly, a 6 year old cross breed and Dotty, a 5 year old dalamtation Email: tillydottyluke@waitrose.com

	Town: Hastings, East Sussex Deaf dog: Cleo was rescued 6 months ago by a friend, but on discovering that she was deaf my friend decided she could no longer keep her (she had already lost one dog on the road!) I have another Lurcher, Shadow, who has a crushed skull due to early mistreatment and who I have had for 2 years. The two get on very well and after only four weeks she uses him to know what she is being asked to do. She is very affectionate and is not at all scared of new people. Both the dogs are great with my horse and come out on rides with me. Human companions: Trevor, Mary & Lucy Other pets: Shadow(dog) & Ted (horse) Email: lulu@cloudcuckooland.co.uk

	Town: Worthing, West Sussex Deaf dog: Womble is a bright and intelligent dog, who has just fitted right into our home. She has completed two levels of training and we are currently looking into agility. She adores people, other dogs, playing and swimming. I have become very interested in deaf dogs and would love to hear from anyone, especially those doing agility with their deaf dog. Human companions: Vicky and Elaine Other pets: Two hearing dogs - a Beagle and German Shepard cross plus two ferrets. Email: elaine.vic@cwctv.net

	Town: Bexleyheath, Kent Deaf dog: Molly is now 11 Months old and knows about 30 signs (including one for 'cup of tea?'!!) She is an absolute delight,and we don't know what we would do without her. She still pretends that she can't see me sometimes, if we're out and she's having fun playing with another dog!! Human companions: Lea Dell Email: lea.dell@btopenworld.com

	Town: Southampton, Hampshire Deaf dog: Phoebe: We have only had Pheobe for three weeks, and have no previous experience of a deaf dog. So far we have had no problems and are able to communicate with her well. She has settled in quickly and we cannot imagine life without her. Human companions: Paul and Mandy Bailey, and 4 children Other pets: Jazz - German Shepherd 2 Tarrantulas, 1 Lizard, 1 Mouse, 1 Hamster Email: fizzypop44@hotmail.com

Captain	Town: London, England Deaf dog: Captain: English Toy Terrier (Toy Manchester Terrier in USA) She is more lively, independent, and quicker learner than her hearing sister. At 11 weeks she only knows 'no' and 'good' signs so far though. As far as I know the first time deafness has been reported in breed. In same litter one other deaf pup, two other hearing pups, all bitches. Parents both hearing. Speculate deafness Autosomal Recessive as is thought to be the case with Whippets (related breed). Human companions: David Michael Other pets: Kitty (Captain's sister) Email: david@newglobe.co.uk

	Town: Sevenoaks, Kent Deaf dog: Bailey was found abandoned on the M1 in North England and found in an appalling state - thin and with eyes so infected they were completely closed. Luckily for her, 'Daneline' one of the country's Great Dane rescue organisations found her a home with us! Her 'packmates' are two retired greyhounds and three kids! I am using her training as a case study for my HND/Degree in Canine Psychology so am keeping a journal which I hope to post on the net for anyone to check out. She's only been with us a few days, but we simply cannot imagine a time without her - past, present or future.... UPDATE!! Bailey has been with us now for 10 months and has achieved a very good level of training. She has also shown a remarkable talent for tracking so she has started search training! Who says deaf dogs are a problem? This one may end up being of value to the community! Bailey now has one retired greyhound housemate (Buffy), plus temporary housemates in the form of the occasional fostered Great Dane living with us while waiting for permanent homes! Human companions: Jaq Bunn - 1 Alpha Bitch (ME!), two boys aged 15 & 11, one girl aged 9. Other pets: 2 retired greyhounds - Bart aged 7, Buffy aged 4 Email: jaq@funsize.net

	Town: St Leonards on Sea Sussex Deaf dogs: Yoda Yoda is a 9 week English Bull Terrier. "I was looking for another dog as company for Eros who is a Rottweiler x Rhodesian Ridgeback. He was advertised in the local paper, when I saw that he was deaf I felt I should have him as I know I will love him just as much as a hearing dog. So far he has fitted in really well and is already responding to a sign for come. He is getting on brilliantly with Eros and they play together really well, if anything Yoda is the boss already even though Eros is about four times as big!! " Human companions: Janet and Mike Sargent Other pets: Eros Rottweiler x Rhodesian ridgeback. Email: janet.3.weatherley@bt.com

	Town: Worthing West Sussex Deaf dogs: Robbie Robbie is an 18 month old Boxer. "We got robbie from NCDL at about 9 weeks.he has done basic training and done really well. We are about to start agility as he is very bouncy and i am sure would love it.he lives with my two other hearing dogs and gets on great with everything. I will get a photo done of him soon and put it on this site so you can see him." Human companions: John and Sally Hunt Other pets: 1 lurcher dublin ,1 boxer simon and 2 rabbits Email: john@joey900.freeserve.co.uk

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