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Victoria Deaf Dogs

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Rex	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Rex is a 4 month old Blue Heeler. Rex was adopted from the RSPCA. We were looking for a play mate for our other dog when we came upon him asleep in the pen and had to wake him by banging on the ground. Such a loving and affectionate dog.Three weeks at dog school we entered our first trial and came in second place and moved up two grades, what a top dog. PS, dont tell him he is deaf, he doesnt know. Human companions: Aaron and Melissa Gardner Other pets: Rascal, a Jack Russel Email: akgardner@optusnet.com.au
Lilly	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Lilly is a 3 month old Blue Heeler. We received Lilly after looking for a pup after our elderly dog passed away. I responded to an ad on the internet about a little Heeler pup needing a good home. I went to meet "Lilly" and fell in love straight away. We are commencing training and I feel she will do really well. I have been told by many people that I should get rid of her or she would be better put to sleep, all because she is deaf and those people really believe that she is untrainable, but I plan to prove them all wrong. Lilly is very dependent on me and is my shadow. I take her whereever I can and already she is picking up a few signals that I am using with her. I would love to meet others with deaf dogs in my area. Human companions: Elizabeth, Darren, Chloe and Jack Harrigan Other pets: 2 other Dogs, Scooby and Faith, 2 Cats, Harry and Harley. Numerous Reptiles. Email: familyof4@vtown.com.au
Ben	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Ben the blue Heeler is now 5 years old and scored top of his class at dog training 2002. We have also added another dog Anzac, that was badly neglected. All the dogs get on really well and Ben has been featured in many magazines and is a lovely natured dog. Human companions: Judy Small and her husband Other pets: Bob, an animal shelter dog, Anzac a stumpy tail cattle dog . Email: benbob@bigpond.net.au

	Town: Corryong, Victoria Deaf dogs: Sadie is a beautiful purbred Blue Heeler Cattle Dog and we purchased her at 5 weeks old. We did not know she was deaf at the time. When we discovered her deafness after a couple of weeks we rang the breeder and he suggested we return her and that he would put her down and give us another one. We became attached to her the minute we picked her up, as a matter of fact she walked over and picked us! She is so beautiful and is so full of life. A typical Blue Heeler, she owns us, we don't own her!! Yes, a deaf dog is a challenge and probably the biggest worry is the fact that we live on the main road so she is never allowed outside of the gate unless she is leasched. Probably her greatest enemy is humans who continually want to touch your dog without asking first. Deaf dogs have to be trained to WATCH their masters and other humans can be very distracting and can in fact be the cause of accidents. Human companions: Betsy Christie and husband. Other pets: Goats, cat, chickens, cows, horses. Email: unavailable

Ruby & Button	Town: Geelong, Victoria Deaf dogs: We have 2 deaf Dalmatians Ruby and Button. Ruby, was born in the first litter that my dog Krickett had. She has the biggest smile and if you didn't know her you would think she was snarling at you. She is very bright and was always the one to work out how to get out of the yard or into the chook pen. She learnt very quickly when we used hand signals with her. We love her heaps. We were told to put her to sleep when she was a pup by 2 breeders but 2 vets felt she wouldn't be too much problem so l feel that we did the right thing by us and her. Button was born in Krickett's final litter and we decided to keep her as well. I've become more involved in Obedience training with her and she is now in level 2. It's been fantastic for her socially and she loves everybody and loves chatting to her doggy friends in her own doggy way. When she did puppy class she won the blue ribbon from 15 other pups who all had their hearing but I'm glad she loves those food rewards it really helps her training. We think she is as cute as a button. Human companions: Kris, husband Pete and kids named Josh, Alyce and Ben. Other pets: 3 cats, 2 Chooks, Krickett (Button and Ruby's Mum) and 2 pet rats. Email: logan276@ozemail.com.au

Rosie	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dogs: Rosie is a 2 1/2 year old Collie cross. her family says "We bought Rosie from a pet store and found out a day later that she was deaf. After a heartfelt decision she is still with us and as cheeky as ever. She learns quickly and very well too!! She is white with black markings, one blue eye and one brown eye and is extremely spoilt. She loves playing soccer loves the hose games with water." Human companion: JF Gothorp and VR Johnson. Email: rosiegirl@optushome.com.au

Beau	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Beau is a 13 year old Beagle. "Beau found us at the RSPCA home in Burwood as a 12 week old pup. He is now my only companion at home, and has recently gone deaf. It broke my heart when I realised that he could no longer hear me, or the fridge door opening, or the lead rattle at walk times. I am now trying to learn fast how to help him live a happy life. He gives me strange looks when I talk to him, but he understands hugs, cuddles and kisses. He sleeps so close on the bed at night now, and spends hours just staring at me, watching what I do. I can't imagine what life must be like for him without sound! He has always had a sense of humour, which he doesn't seem to have lost, still likes to tease me! He misses out on chasing cats out of the garden now, and doesn't hear my son when he comes in to visit, so we have to keep letting him know we are around, so he can join in with things like he used to do. Other than the deafness, he is very fit and healthy for his age." Update 10/16/06: My dear Beau passed on to the Rainbow Bridge on May 29th, 2005, at the age of 16 1/2 years. He sent me another tan and white beagle within two weeks of leaving me, to help ease the pain of losing him. I still miss him very much, and will always hold his precious memories upermost in my heart. He taught me about love and loyalty. Have fun chasing hares at the Bridge, my friend, and I'll see you again one day soon. Human companion: Elaine Soane Other pets: I now have Scot, another tan and white beagle, aged 3. He has introduced me to the world of dog shows, and I have a whole new life and a wonderful circle of friends. We travel together, have a very strong bond, and I know when Scot reaches old age, that I will cope with his infirmities just as I did with Beau, because beagles are very smart, and so adaptable. Email: esoane@bigpond.net.au

	Town: Somerville, Victoria Deaf dog: Piper is a 5 month old Boxer. I've had her from 7 weeks and am still learning. She came from a breeder who's dog throws white puppies. I put my name down for one because they are hard to find homes for. Piper and I find life difficult as she is very disruptive and steals most things. I am searching for ways to help her understand me." Human companion: Kim Balmain, Amy 27yrs & Demelza 9yrs Other pets: Salem and Pheobe both cats. Pheobe is mentally retarded and does not act like a normal cat Email: balmainsart@hotmail.com

	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Milli is a 5 month old Maltese/Shih Szu. "I rescued Milli from a pound on 3/07/03. She is starting to learn how to sit and watch. She follows me everywhere I go so that she knows where I am at all times. I take Milli everywhere I go as she doesn't like to be left alone." Human companions: Jessica Schutte, Bethany, 6; Haylee, 3; and Chayce, 1. Other pets: Bluey, a bird. Email: solemum@hotmail.com

Bella	Town: Melbourne, Victoria Deaf dog: Bella is a 12 year old Boxer. "Bella was the smallest little pup in the litter bred by good friends of ours, and I chose her at 2 weeks old. Although aging fast, she still loves to play." Human companions: Lynne and Mal McGuinness Other pets: Holly, a Pug cross. Email: lynnemmcguinness@hotmail.com

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