Beggin' to Behave
Sandy Strychor, ABCDT
Sandy Strychor, ABCDT
Living with a Deaf Dog
Hints to make life easier:
Use a ‘thumbs up’ for ‘yes’ or ‘good’
Other Resources:
- Get an ID tag saying ‘Dog’s name’ ‘I am deaf’ along with your information.
- Put a bell on his collar to make it easier to locate him.
- Always keep on a leash unless in an enclosed space since he can’t hear you call him back to you.
- Or use a ‘long line’, a 30’ leash available at most pet stores. A flexible leash will also work.
- For recall use a light (flash light, cat laser light, door light).
- Consider a vibration and tone collar that is long range and water proof to get his attention outdoors. http://www.deafdogs.org/resources/vibramakers.php
- You can also stomp on the floor to create vibrations to get his attention.
- Sign language: you can use hand signs for basic commands like: sit, down, stay, and come.
Use a ‘thumbs up’ for ‘yes’ or ‘good’
Other Resources:
- Living With a Deaf Dog by Susan Cope Becker
- Deaf Dogs Rock on Facebook
- Deaf Dogs! Behavior and Training on Facebook
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