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	Town: Kenosha, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Sky is an 8 year old Miniature Australia Shepherd. We adopted Sky (formerly named Helen) from Houston, TX thru Deaf Dogs Organization two years ago. Sky was kind of insecure and abused before she was placed into foster home. I fell in love with the way she looks and knew she deserved to have more affection and our love. She improved a lot in few months after adopted and become secure. Sky is our first deaf dog we ever owned and we love her. She has two companions...Honey, a 4 year old tri-pod Maine Coon cat and a 2 year old Havanese, Moe. Human companion: Mary and her 2 teenage children Other pets: Moe and Honey Email: tempsn07_AT_aol.com
Frank at 12 weeks	Town: Waukesha, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Frank is a 6 1/2 month old Shepherd Beagle mix. He is a either a German Shepherd Beagle or a Standard Shepherd mixed with Beagle. He now is 6 1/2 months and its all adding together that he is deaf. Frank loves people and is one of the most loyal dogs I have ever met. I am so pleased to call him my dog. Human companion: Eric and girlfriend Sam Other pets: 1 Husky 12 yrs old, 1 Cat 2 years old Email: e.weis_AT_hotmail.com
	Town: Fredonia, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Dante is a 5 year old Old English Sheepdog. I got Dante when I was looking for another Old English Sheepdog to pal around with my current one. When I first met Dante, he was the sassiest, naughtiest, fiestist puppy there was.Now he listens better than any hearing dog and his visual acuity is unbelievable. I have incorporated hand signals for my hearing dog also. He is a very gentle dog and has the most incredible blue eyes that I have ever seen. He likes to sleep in front of the refrigerator, bed or the door that I come and go from. He definetely is a watch dog. My son, believe it or not, has taught him how to belch, which I find disgusting, but Dante seems to enjoy it. Human companion: Cynthia, her Boyfriend and her 25y/o son 21y/o daughter in the Marine Corp Other pets: Punkin seed (tortise shell Cat) Email: cmego2wrk_AT_yahoo.com
Sisko	Town: New Richmond, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Sisko is a 3 year old Border Collie. Human companion: Cynthia and her Husband Email: cymisa@gmail.com
	Town: Green Bay, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Baby Girl is a 3 year old Austrailian Shepherd. She is extremely smart, very frisky but skittish around unknown dogs but loves play dates with known dogs. She has lots of energy and she is a big baby! Human companion: Laissez and Dominik Other pets: Mini-Aussie Chance and Spike (kitty) Email: lassezlvv@yahoo.com
Levi Skylar	Town: Oshkosh, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Levi is a 3 year old Australian Cattle Dog. Levi was adopted from a local shelter, abondoned because he was deaf. Although I was unsure, and a litte nervous, we did a crash course education on training a deaf dog. If an ACD is not for the low energy, a deaf ACD is even less so. He is brilliant and learns anything I ask him almost immediately. Beyond sit/stay, he plays dead, waves, spins, and can "leave it" if told when anything is put in front of him. He currently is in agility and completed basic obedience in 2 classes and is now in advanced. Skylar is a 5 year old Chinese Crested. Skylar was adopted from a national rescue group. I met him in a deaf dog forum after adopting Levi. He was brought to me from several states away, and the first thing he did was try to bite me. The first thing I noticed was his diaper....ok, belly band. Skylar is 80% deaf. Although he came dressed, no vet records could ever be located by the rescue group. Priorities straight - he now knows he is a dog, he potties outside, walks on a leash without being skittish (every day) and I believe Levi has shared his herding desires with him. That's a sight, and one my cats are not pleased with! Human companion: Jodi, my very tolerant husband, Lonnie, and two teen agers Other pets: Nicki, puppy mill Chi, Bajo, puppy mill Chi, Jessie, Am Staff w/ prior treat agression issues, Murray, Aussie mix adopted while recovering from mange. cats, bunnies, guinea pigs and birds. Email: jbaur@new.rr.com
Dieter	Town: Hartford, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Dieter is an 8 year old Dachshund. We got Dieter from a breeder. We didn't not know that he was deaf until the day we picked him up. The breeder gave us the option not to purchase him, I felt that if we gave him back that he would more then likely be put down, and I couldn't let that happen. I do not regret the decision we made for one moment. He has been the best dog you can imagine. Human companion: Jenni, Scott, Ryan and Peyton Other pets: Kynda, Dachshund, age 9 Email: jwini@hotmail.com
	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Keller is a 6 month old Pointer mix. I picked up Keller from the Wisconsin Humane Society. He is a very well-behaved if very energetic pup. He loves to go running and likes people and other dogs. He does awesomely in doggie day care and is very observant of everything. He'll do just about anything for a treat and is very even tempered. He picks up new tricks very quickly! I've started to train him with a vibrating collar and when he's not too distracted by something tasty (like mud, yuck!) he comes running for his treat. No one I introduce him to believes he is deaf, so they snap their fingers behind him and most of the time he sees the movement in the corner of his eye and turns, so they think I am lying. :-) Human companion: Nicole Email: nicole.deal@msoe.edu
	Town: Kaukauna, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Buster is a 9 month old Springer Spaniel. He loves everybody, he gets so excited people dont understand, he just wants to show affection. I got him from a puppy mill, didnt know it was a mill till I got there, would have bought them all if I could. He owns the title to my heart. Still new at training him though. Human companion: Lou Frank and family Other pets: another Springer Spaniel and a kitty Email: rfseventeen@sbcglobal.net
Zoey	Town: Oshkosh, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Zoey is a 12 week old Boxer. She is our second deaf Boxer we have been lucky enough to own. With the passing of our beloved "BoyBoy" (10 year old white boxer also born deaf) in March we set out to find another special Boxer to welcome into our lives. A breeder close to us had Zoey and with a quick google search we were hooked up with Panyack Boxers. Erica is a special breeder and she was looking for just the right home for little Zoey. Since we had lived with a deaf dog and have a hearing companion (Lola a four year old Cattle dog mix adopted from the shelter at the age of 7 months) for Zoey she allowed us to adopt her! She is a quick learner, already knows sit, stay, down and come! Potty training with this little bundle is a little bit more difficult, as she is not fond of the Wisconsin weather in April! We won't give up-she is a smart girl and will catch on eventually. Anyone who is looking to adopt a deaf dog I encourage you to do so-they are the most loyal wonderful dogs that you could own. Human companion: Mark, Kathy and Holly Satka and Linn our Swedish foreign exchange student Other pets: Lola a four year old Cattle dog mix Email: minnietwo@aol.com
	Town: Superior, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Corbin is a 6 month old Dalmatian/Hound mix. I recently adopted Corbin from a shelter up north. When I first went to see him I noticed that he did not respond to his name, nor did he respond to clapping or whistling. At the time, I didn't think much of it, him being a puppy and all. Now that I have him home and have gotten him tested, I have found out that he is deaf. I need help on raising him and suggestions about potty training. Human companion: Sydney Lynn Email: luckie_charmer03@yahoo.com
Henna	Town: Waukesha, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Henna is a 7 month old Heeler / Pointer and/or Dalmatian mix? She is bilaterally deaf and was a stray. She was in foster care for a few months and is now in her very own home with me and my Shih-tzu/Bichon mix, Dee Dee. Henna is an Australian Cattle Dog - and something mix. Dalmatian? Pointer? Who knows! But she is sweet and smart and we are lucky to have found her! Update 5/12/2010: Henna is now 3 years old and is challenging but wonderful! We spend all summer at dog parks - you'll know her by her speed! She'll probably be the fastest one there chasing her tennis ball or cars (at Minooka). We have done agility and she loves lure coursing. She is cuddly and dramatic. There is NEVER a dull moment! We have since adopted another special needs dog, Tabitha. She is a deaf and visually impaired Aussie. Wonderful dog! She's just a little younger than Henna and they love to play! Our family keeps getting bigger and bigger but there's so much fun, that we don't mind! Human companion: Monica Kaskey Other pets: Dee Dee - Shih-tzu/Bichon Mix and Tabitha, a deaf and visually impaired Aussie. Email: monicakaskey_AT_yahoo.com
Spirit	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Spirit is a 7 month old Australian Shepherd. You won't meet anyone sweeter. She is learning signs well. We got her from the ElmBrook Humane society where 2 otherdeaf sisters were addopted from. She is SUPER smart, Loving, fun to be around, andoh so cute. She starts agility next month when she is 8 months, she is going to bea STAR. She makes a great addition to our home. Update 2/1/07:* Spirit is now one year old. She has such a fun personality. She loves to run and play, and is so in love with her big brother Jake. She passed agility and really liked it, she learned the signs well and did better than some hearing dogs:) We hope to take another class soon. Spirit is also a great cuddler, she loves to be close to all the ones she loves. Human companion: Bridget L Scholtka Other pets: Jake is a 2 year old Australian Shepherd Chocolate Lab mix. They make quite the good looking pair. Email: nobs13@yahoo.com
Marlee Glory Bea	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Marlee &: Glory Bea Marlee is a congenitally-deaf, three-year-old Beagle/Shepherd mix. She is the silliest looking dog you will ever see and probably one of the shyest. You can tell exactly what parts are Beagle and what parts are German Shepherd. Her cutest feature is her underbite and the single tooth that always sticks out. Marlee was our first deafie and she is truly special little mutt! Glory Bea is a congenitally-deaf, one-year old Border Collie. She also has Canine OCD which cause her to shadow chase. We adopted her from WI Border Collie Rescue. She a beautiful girl with a unique markings along with one blue eye and one half brown/blue eye. She is also one of the friendliest dogs we've ever had and loves to play all day long! Human companion: Kevin & Robin Barry Other pets: Griffin, 2 year old Border Collie Mix Email: RBarry@asq.org

Patch	Town: Milladore, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Patch is a 6 month old congenitally deaf Dalmatian, who knows obedience signs. His family knew he was deaf when they got him and say "He is our Pal." Human companions: Andy & Karen Victorey Email: avictorey@yznet.com

Stevie	Town: Waukesha, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Stevie is a 2 year old old Australian Shepherd who is congenitally deaf and is also blind. He does wonderful, and enjoys going to the dog park. He is housebroken, good with others and a absolute joy to have. We are lucky to have him. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone who has a seeing impaired as well as deaf dog to learn more to help our dog, and share info on what we've learned Human companions: Debbie Moore (plus another adult & a 13 year old child) Other pets: Dakota (dog) plus a 13 year old cat and a bird. Email: BGAR2001@YAHOO.COM

	Town: Wautoma, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Rosie, aka San Antonio Rose, is an 8 1/2 year-old Dalmatian born deaf in one ear, and growing deaf in the other as she gets older. Human companion: Jenni Steinbrecher Other pets: Snickers, chocolate Lab puppy; and two cats, Bucky & Lucky. Email: jstein8254@hotmail.com

	Town: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Shadow is a 4 year old English Cocker Spaniel who was born deaf. Shadow's mom says "English Cockers are well known for their loving, submisive natures and this dog is proof that deafness does not alter those attributes." Human companions: Sharon M Haas, Lena, and her father Other pets: three cats and a ferret. Email: sharhaas@charter.net

	Town: Washburn, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Hunter is a 12 week old English Setter. He is an Old Hemlock Setter.He was intended to be a breeder. As a beautiful loving and intelligent pup I decided to rescue what would otherwise have been a culled pup. I am already convinced that he will make a wonderful pet/companion,and he plays well with his housemates(a retriever,a springer,and an english toy spaniel). I also have high hopes for him as a field dog,despite the obvious challenges. I intend to use a training collar that offers a vibration mode as well as shock correction. You needent be afraid of these as the gentle vibration mode works with electrodes removed. At 12 weeks Hunter is 90% housetrained and has learned come,sit,down,and stay. I would love to hear from people with setters [deaf] who have been successful in field training. Human companions: Rob L. Ganson, wife, daughter Other pets: Henry, Maggie, Beaker Email: robostang@yahoo.com

	Town: Eagle River, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Sidney is 2 to 3 years old. She may be Aussie or Canaan (not sure). We are just in the process of adopting Sidney and need all the help we can get. We are adopting her in AZ from an animal rescue, already she has learned sit and trying hard on down, and that is just with a few visits. We know she has much love to give and is VERY smart. At least she has us convinced!!! Human companions: J. Yenawine and one very understanding husband Email: Lakblf@aol.com

	Town: Oshkosh, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Max is a 5 year old Dachshund. His family says "Max is a loving little Dachsie who happens to be deaf due to poor breeding practices. He loves his family and is a creature of unique habits. He loves his housemate, Sadie, another Dachsie who is not deaf. They are two special dogs who brings lots of joy to us along with some challenges, too." Human companions: Mary Sales, David, husband; Meghann, Nicholas, Abigail, children; Kevin, foster adult Other pets: Sadie, dachshund Email: dsales@new.rr.com

Joy Jenny	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Joy is a 5 year old, very smart Coton de Tulear. Joy won first prize in puppy obedience class before we knew she was deaf. She was able to do the commands from my body language and gestures. She has learned about 190 signs. Some we taught her. Others she taught herself - ex."Give Paw". She has passed both the Canine Good Citizen and the Pet Therapy International testing. She is truly the happiest dog I have ever owned. Jenny - an older Coton de Tulear sister who helped tremendously in the education of the deaf puppy. Joy reads Jenny's body language and knows what is happening. Jenny knows the command "Find Joy" and gets her to come to me. She is Joy's security blanket when in strange surroundings. A wonderful big sister to Joy. Human companions: Karen Case Other pets: Jenny a 7 year old Coton de Tulear, who helped tremendously in the education of Joy Email: caseka@worldnet.att.net

Petey Hope Sadie Blue	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dogs: Petey, Hope and Sadie Blue Petey is a 5 year old Dalmatian. "I got an e-mail about Petey, saying that his time time was running out and he was a severe abuse case. Something inside told me that I had to go see him. I knew right away that we were going to adopt him. He has a crooked little snout from the previous abuse. He is extremely hyper, a total love bug and no longer shows any mental signs of the abuse.Petey was our first deaf dog" Hope is a 5 year old Dalmatian. "We were foster parents for Hope. We almost instantly fell in love with her. She is a huge smiler and more vocal than any dog we have ever met. She is always happy and loveable. " Sadie Blue is a 7 year old Dalmatian. "Sadie was dumped by the only family she had knows since she was 8 weeks old. We fostered Sadie for several months, then she was adopted to a family but they returned her. We loved her and really didn't want to let her go, so we added yet another to the pack. Sadie has 1 blue eye and is a sassy lady. " Human companions: Tammy Lohneis Other pets: 2 hearing Dalmatians, Brittany and Spaz. Email: Dalmatians02@yahoo.com

	Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Bailee Blue is a 4-1/2 year old BC/Aussie/Husky mix. "Bailee Blue was born deaf and rescued in Kansas City at the Animal Haven. She was there for 4 months before I went to visit my sister who worked there. Most of our hand signals are agility based, but we do make it up as we go along. She is very responsive to facial expressions, and like any BC works off of eye contact, herding everything from, cats, other dogs and kids. Bailee is also the biggest camera hound you'd ever meet. She loves posing and extremely patient when having her photo taken. Bailee has matured into a wonderful happy companion (her nickname for the first few years was 'devil dog'). And with being deaf her adaptation to the world hasn't been easy. But for all she's been through, she's one of the sweetest, most socially loving dogs I've ever owned." Human companions: Mom Renee, Dad Peter, Uncle Matt, Aunt Erika & Uncle Derek, Gramp & Gram Bach, and Great Granny Barbara. Other pets: One BC sister named Bayen, who my sister and I raised from pup. My sister's two cats - Cass & Autumn (fantasic playmates). Email: pixe@ren.as

Emma	Town: Oshkosh, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Emma is a white Boxer with one blue eye and one brown eye. She is a wonderful addition to our family! We brought her home knowing she was deaf and we were a little nervous at first. We starting training right away and she picked up on the hand signals with no problem. It's great! We never have to be quiet when she is sleeping or turn the radio down in the car because we are worried about it being too loud for her. She is such a clown, she loves to be around everyone and is very obedient for her age. She sits outside on the porch after school and just waits for the kids to walk by and pet her. One of her favorite activities is frequenting the puppy park. Everyone gets such a kick out of her personality and they are shocked to hear that she is deaf. She's such a good girl! We love her so much and are so glad that she is part of our family. Human companions: Emma has two skin siblings, Mike and Kait and her Mommy and Daddy. Other pets: Brown calico kitty named Boo Email: scollette@ameritech.net

	Town: Luxemburg, Wisconsin Deaf dog: "SuzyQ is our family hero. She started out as a foster dog who our family found out we couldn't live with out. We adopted her ourselves. My son has seizures and a very rare disease. SuzyQ saved his life. She alerted us to a seizure one morning that would have surely killed him if it hadn't been for her. She is also alittle ham. IF she doesn't want to listen to her signs she will lay on the floor and put her paws over her eyes. We love her with all our heart." Update 5/1/08: We now have 2 deaf dogs. 2nd dog: Pebbles - She is 8 yrs. old and SuzyQ's sidekick. Pebbles and SuzyQ now know about 40 signs. Human companions: Shelley Other pets: 3 cats, 2 more dogs, 1 foster dog, 1 pgmy goat, and 2 rabbits Email: dscjkar@juno.com

Nia	Town: Stoughton, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Nia is a 1-1/2 year old Boxer. "We got Nia from a relative who couldn't have her anymore. We fell in love with her from day one. She is very sweet, but it takes a while before she can trust you. She is shy of new people at first, but once she knows you, she thinks you're hers. So far, she knows sit, shake, and stay. She is a great companion." Human companions: Mark and Amanda Other pets: One other dog, two cats, two guinea pigs, and a gopher. Email: macdaddymark4@yahoo.com

	Town: Waterloo, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Chloe is a 10 year old Sheltie. "We got Chloe when she was 1-1/2 years old. She was bred as a showdog, but wasn't winning any blue ribbons because she was a bit too tall and her nose was too long. We had Shelties before and wanted another of the same breed. Chloe is not completely deaf, but we want to be able to communicate with her when the need arises. Yes, she is a title holder. She holds the "best in Mom's class" title and the key to my heart." Human companions: Lynn and Joe Sullivan Other pets: None at home at the moment, but periodic grandpuppy visits. Email: lsullivan@mckaynursery.com

	Town: Oshkosh, Wisconsin Deaf dog: Chance is a 6 month old Great Dane mix. "We adopted Chance from a shelter knowing he was deaf to give him a great loving home. I have always wanted a Great Dane and I am proud to say I have a extra special one at that. He however is still training his human friends. I refuse to give up on my baby, however my 7 year old Boxer and two 2yr old Persian cats would love the break." Human companions: Tom, Paula, Amanda and Becky Other pets: Tyson, a 7 year old Boxer; Gracie and Bailey, 2 year old Persian cats that I can never catch. Email: pwags08@yahoo.com

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