Alabama Deaf Dogs
 Rowdy |
Town: Guntersville, Alabama Deaf dog: Rowdy, born deaf. Human companions: Steve and Angie Moon Other pets: Sherman, Buck, Harley, Duke, Rebel and Milly. Email: amoon@hiwaay.net |
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Town: Decatur, Alabama Deaf dog: Norche is an 11 year old Scottish Terrier. Her mom writes "Norche has BAER tested deaf, but still responds to commands, even though she is blindfolded and on the other side of the room. I don't know how she compensates, but she does and that is all that matters. She is the love of my life." Human companions: Bettina A. Rister Other pets: 3 other Scotties, 1 other JRT, 2 mixes, and a Louisiana Catahoula Leopard dog; 2 ferrets; and 8 cats. Email: bar@hiwaay.net |
 Ice  Cleo  River |
Town: Deatsville, Alabama Deaf dogs: Ice, Cleo and River Ice, a congenitally deaf Aussie, " has been with us 4 years now, and has been a bundle full of energy from the beginning. He loves to go on walks, play in his pool, and be as vocal as possible. Cleo, an Aussie mix, is partially deaf. "When we got her 3 years ago, she was very timid (especially towards men) but now she has become an attention hound." River "River, our American Bulldog/Pit Bull mix is our latest Deaf Dog Member. She was also adopted from a shelter and has been with us for 1 year. Don't let her breed fool you, River has the sweetest personality and is all around a great dog! (My Big Baby) She loves to chase anything that flies, she also will chase shadows and laser pens! She has learned some sign language also. The dogs have their own web page." Human companions: Darlene Gregg, her husband Forrest and children Stephanie and Andrew. Other pets: Roscoe, a cat; Harley, a Pointer; Tucker, a Siamese mix; Carson, an Aussie mix; Goku, a Gecko; and Spice, a parakeet. Email: ilvdeafdogs@aol.com |
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Town: Daphne, Alabama Deaf dog: Tank, a 12 week old Australian Shepherd. "My dog was a birthday gift. No one knew he was deaf until he slept through the vacum cleaner!" Human companions: Robert J. Clark, Evelyn and Katie. Other pets: 2 cats. Email: jssnr1@aol.com |
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Town: Montgomery, Alabama Deaf dog: Max, breed unknown, is a 2 year old, rescued from a shelter. His mom writes: "There was an article about him in the paper and they said his "time was up". I went to get him and he has been my pest ever since. He is very loving and barks a lot. When I sign to him he wants to dance. He is a sweet heart!" Human companions: Kelly Pierce and her two daughters Other pets: Mariah, a Siberian Husky; and 3 cats. Email: Unavailable |
 Gidget |
Town: Dothan, Alabama Deaf dog: Gidget is a 10 month old Bull Terrier/Dalmatian. Her mom writes: "Gidget The Wonder Dog, I call her. She was at my local Shelter and I adopted knowing she was deaf. No one who encounters us can tell she is deaf unless we clue them in. She reads body language and facial expressions. Gidget is always eager to please and is full of puppy energy. She is also very socialized and loves all other dogs and people. She firmly believes everyone she meets should love her, and they do, especially me!" Human companions: Jennifer R. Stanley Email: Tigerlilly22@Hotmail.com |
 Stonewall Jackson |
Town: Jacksonville, Alabama Deaf dog: Stonewall Jackson is a 12 week old white Boxer. "Jackson was from a breeder. He had been promised to a family they no longer wanted him when they found out he was deaf. I was contacted to try and help place him, but I couldn't. I had to have this precious boy for myself. He is very smart and at 12 weeks knows the commands/signs for sit, down, no, stop, and shake. We are learning together and it is a wonderful adventure." Human companions: Angie & Bob Persch and son Alan. Other pets: CJ - 13 year old male miniature Poodle; Emmie Lou - 3 year old female red leopard Catahoula; Beauregard - 3 year old white male Boxer; Dixie Belle - 2 1/2 year old fawn female Boxer; The cat family - dad, Garth; mom, Flossie; and babies Spanky and Rascal; Cody's Montana Man - 6 year old AQHA stallion; and Holly - Dolly - 8 year old female rescue donkey. Email: angie@rockinprescue.org |
 Pete |
Town: Birmingham, Alabama Deaf dog: Pete is a 4 year old miniature Poodle. " I rescued Pete from someone who was ready to let him out on the side of the road. A deaf dog was useless to this guy. I can honestly say that Pete is one of the best pets I've ever owned. I can't believe that people recommend deaf puppies be put to sleep" Human companions: Marcus Varner Other pets: Another poodle who is blind due to cataracts. Pete helps her by leading her by the ear when its time to eat or go outside. Email: marcun@bham.rr.com |
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Town: Troy, Alabama Deaf dog: Molly Jean is a one and a half year old mixed breed. "Molly Jean is a smart dog. She is profoundly deaf as evaluated by her veterinarian, and therefore, she does not respond to most frequencies or pitches. She is very energetic. I chose her because of her attitude towards me and because she was beautiful." See more photos of Molly here. Human companions: Susan and Jeanne Other pets: Peaches, a cat. Email: susan24@troycable.net |
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Town: Pelham, Alabama Deaf dog: Emily is a 3 year old Dalmatian. "Emily was a rescue from Orlando, FL. I rescued her when she was only 3 months old. She has since graduated in the top of both her puppy obedience class and her intermediate obedience class. She is a wonderful, loving, giving dog!" Human companions: Karen and Josh DeVinney. Other pets: Cody, 8 yr old poodle; Gypsy, 6 year old rescue cat; Nole, 10 month old Chocolate Lab. Email: kebutz@yahoo.com |
 Randy |
Town: Montgomery, Alabama Deaf dog: Randy is a 9 year old German Shepherd. "I got Randy from the local humane society. I looked at him two different times within two weeks. My grey German Shepherd passed away last year and I needed another one and just got sucked into another 9yr old buddy. He is black and tan and an awesome dog. Randy knows a few tricks, takes his treats without grabbing and knows when it is time for that treat. Randy doesn't miss a thing outside, so you really would not know about his deafness unless I let you know. All in all, I have a pretty good buddy and he has now realized he is at home." Human companions: Shannon Sweeney, her father, grandmother, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Email: sweeneysk@mfr.usmc.mil |
 Penny |
Town: Harvest, Alabama Deaf dog: Penny is a 6 month old Toy Fox Terrier. "We rescued 6 month old Penny from a family in Las Vegas who felt they couldn't give Penny the best in life with a family of four, to include 2 toddlers. We love Toy Fox Terriers and she is our third! We just picked her up this weekend but she is already housebroken thanks to her former mom's diligence! She also knows the ASL sign for "come". Our whole Krew can be viewed on our website." Human companions: Cheryl and Michael Kennedy Other pets: Zeus, TFT; Chad, Maltese; Tanner, TFT; outside dogs include Krickett, Dalmatian; and Chance, Chow/Shepherd mix. Email: ilovetfts@hotmail.com |
 Jenny |
Town: Eastaboga, Alabama Deaf dog: Jenny is a 9 month old Australian Shepherd. "Jenny showed up at our door a few weeks ago. I had seen her wandering the street near us, which unfortunately is a popular dumping spot for unwanted dogs. I realized immediately that she was completely deaf, and knew she would probably be put to sleep if I took her to the pound. She is extremely sweet and very smart, learning signs quickly. She fetches like a pro, but more than anything she loves to sit in our lap. I look forward to our new life together." Human companions: Karen & Keith Cunningham and 5 month old daughter Cassie. Other pets: Three cats, Ezekiel, Hannah and Gideon; a miniature donkey, Hotey; and two sheep in the pasture, Duncan and Bonnie. Email: build-it@mindspring.com |
 Smudge |
Town: Madison, Alabama Deaf dog: Smudge is 7 months old and has become completely blind. He has very little hearing but enough to get by. He is completely housetrained, cratetrained and is a total JOY to live with. He never meets a stranger, and everyone who meets him falls head over heels for him. otherchanges = New member of the family is little sister Georgia Willow-Bark. Georgia is a full sister from the following litter. She is not impaired, a merliquin with striking blue eyes. She is the last of this line thank goodness, and she has a forever home with her big brother. Human companions: Lisa Downs Other pets: 2 great danes, Bailey and Morgana, 2 Shelties, Brodie and Punkin, 2 Mini Schnauzer (Too) and 1 Minpin (Mocha) also 2 cats (Carnegie and Secalee) Email: ljdowns@knology.net |
 Luke |
Town: Roanoke, Alabama Deaf dog: I rescued Luke from the veterinarian's office where I work. His previous owner/breeder wanted him euthanized b/c he is deaf and therefore 'disposable' in his mind. He's truly the best dog I've ever had! Luke is a real sweetheart that is very deserving of his wonderful life in the country. Human companions: Jennifer Other pets: 5 other dogs, 9 cats, 5 horses, and 2 goats. Lindy (cat) is 13-years-old and he gets 2 insulin shots a day to control his diabetes. Remy (horse) is 32-years-old! Email: jboyd@netcommander.com Other Comments: Thanks for a superb website! |
 Haiku |
Town: Deatsville, Alabama Deaf dog: Haiku is a 4 Month Deaf Pit Bull/American Bulldog Mix. She was taken into our local shelter as a stray,so we decided to bring her home. At first she was a bit aggressive ..she would bite during her bath or if she got in trouble. She has been a real chore to housetrain but she is starting to get the hang of it. She has also learned some signs Sit/Come/No(she sees that one alot) and Good Girl! Human companions: Darlene, Forrest, Stephanie, Andrew Other pets: Harley(Pointer), Carson(AussieMix) Roscoe and Tucker our cats,Goku the Gecko and Spice our parakeet Email: ilvdeafdogs@aol.com |
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Lucy |
Town: Valley, Alabama Deaf dog: Lucy's human pal writes: "I recently adopted Lucy from the local shelter. I was not looking for a deaf dog, although I have a background with ASL and involvement in the Deaf community. The first day she amazed everyone by going to sleep in the middle of a bustling vet clinic. By day 3 we were banging pots and clapping behind her back to test her for deafness. Yep!! Deaf! :) She learned the sign for "sit" that day and seemed to pick up quickly to look for my hands. She seems very happy now and I couldn't feel more blessed. Such a sweet dog! She is now in training to be a therapy dog." Human companions: Kelly Other pets: 2 cats in the same house with Lucy. At the farm, four horses. Email: farmgirl@knology.net |
 Chloe |
Town: Huntsville, Alabama Deaf dog: Chloe's human writes: "Chloe is a beautiful double merle sheltie with blue eyes. She has very few markings. I got Chloe from a lady who rescues dogs. She is wonderful with my 4 kids. We got Chloe knowing she was deaf. She is very smart. I can not imagine how smart she would be if she could hear!" Deaf dog 2: Zoe is a 4 month old Australian Cattle Dog. Human companions: Nicole and husband Randy - Kids: Nicholas (8), Alexis (6), Ethan (22 months) & Elizabeth (22 months) Other pets: None Email: nicolebell@comcast.net |
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Sky |
Town: Mobile, Alabama Deaf dog: Sky's human pal writes: "We adopted Sky through an Australian Shepherd rescue. She was turned in at a shelter for killing chickens as a puppy. She's extremely sweet & learns very fast. She acts like a regular dog & you wouldn't know she was deaf because she so in-tune with watching everything. She barks when people arrive just like the hearing dogs. My main goal with Sky is to earn her CGC (Canine Good Citizenship) so I can take her to visit nursing homes, pediatric wards, etc. & show people that she may be deaf, but still leads a normal, wonderful life." Human companions: Sharon and Alan Other pets: 2 hearing dogs, 5 cats, a horse, 2 llamas, around 30 goats, some chickens, guineas, & ducks Email: sharon@rfaintingfarm.com |
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Paisley |
Town: Gadsden, Alabama Deaf dog: Paisley is a 9mo old Great Dane. Her human pal writes: "I work with Great Dane Rescues.I have had other deaf GDs they are my passion. I started taking in deaf GDs back when they (breeders) would put them to sleep. I found that to be such a waste of furry love. Paisley is her name because she is always busy checking everything and everyone out. She never meets a stranger, she loves my grandkids and does or trys to do everything they do including slide on the swingset. Paisley is the love of my life she brings so much love and quality to my life." Human companions: Vicki, Budd, and family. Other pets: Cooper GD-Bear Pekinese-Flower chi/terrier Soloman Lab/mix Email: nanalbs@yahoo.com |
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Ray of Hope |
Town: Lincoln, Alabama Deaf dog: Hope's human pal writes: "Hope is a double merle Aussie. She was brought to me from Mississippi to my home in Alabama. Hope is currently in training to be a therapy dog. She is a sweet and loving little girl. She loves my kids and play tag with my 5 yr old. I have other furbabies but Hope is my special one.She is a gift from God and my ray of hope.Please email me if you would like to chat." Human companions: Dawn, CJ, and Daniel Other pets: Challen, Dakota, Puppup (all dogs) and my cats: Princess, Stitch, Sonya, Trouble, and my horse Basquera Email: CherokeeDawn1270@aol.com |
 Rascal |
Town: Phenix City, Alabama Deaf dog: Rascal is a 6yr old Aussie. His human pal writes: "Rascal was born deaf, But you would not know it just looking at him. Rascal was as so born part blind, he has to small of eyes and he can only see shodows, I had to come up with our own way of letting him know diffrent things that we wanted him to do. He has been a realy joy to our family. we have has Rascal for about 5 1/2 years now" Human companions: Kathy and husband Other pets: 10 other Aussies that are not deaf and one mixed breed Email: kats11@ctvea.net |
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Mallory |
Town: Mobile, Alabama Deaf dog: Human companions: April, Dad: Jason, Brother: Hunter Other pets: Dixie (Boxer mix) Twicher (cat) Email: aprily299@aol.com |
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Zina |
Town: Daphne, Alabama Deaf dog: Zina is a 1 year old Aussie Shepherd. Her human pal writes: "Zina is a little hyper and very smart. She is mostly white with black and gray and light blue eyes. She came from a local breeder, that breeds for fun. He didn't mention the possibility of deafness. My daughter and I just thought she was beautiful. My daughter called about ten local vets when we discovered that she could not hear. We were amazed at the response. The ones that weren't in returned her call. The response was she would make a great pet! Today we took her to the pet store. She behaved nicely. She loved the attention. She was very sweet with a yellow lab that was there and liked nose kisses but wanted him to stay away from her stubby tail!" Human companions: Kaye and her 21 year old daughter Other pets: Skylar, a white cat, rescued from a gas station five years ago. Email: KayeMsK@aol.com |