The Complete Guide to Owning a Deaf Dog: A Practical Guide to Adapting, Training, and Thriving As a Deafie Owner

by Amanda Brahlek

Written by experienced deafie owner Amanda Brahlek and using contributions from dozens of deaf dog owners, this truly is a “Must Read” for anyone opening their home to a deaf dog. Inside these pages you’ll find answers to the most important questions a new deaf dog owner is faced
Amanda's Before I adopted my deaf Catahoula, I searched and searched for information on what to expect and how to care for him. I needed a "What to Expect When You’re Expecting" guide but for deaf dogs. Unfortunately, each source I read fell short. Most sources offered the same generic, inadequate information and advice. None prepared me for what owning a deaf dog was really like. I knew I could write a better guide, so I did. And here it is! This is the guide I wish I had before adopting my deaf dog, when I brought him home, and for the months and years that followed. Find out what it’s truly like to own a deaf from accommodations to cuddles. This book will provide you with the information you need to understand and best care for a deaf dog. My goal is to help you feel confident in your decision when considering if a deaf dog is the right choice for you, and, if it is, to assist you in training your deaf dog. Deaf dogs are lovable goofballs with a lot of love to share, but they require owners that are prepared to handle all aspects of their personalities and needs. If you’re feeling overwhelmed after adopting a deafie or uncertain whether or not to adopt a deaf dog, this book is for you.

203 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 10, 2021

Reviews

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

We have fostered several deaf dogs. This book is our lifeline. We also require approved adopters to purchase this book if they are choosing a deaf dog.

Simple, concise, easy to read. Easy to apply as you hold the book in your hand, not that I've done that (shrug)...

[Nicole Price · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not really helpful with deaf dogs. This book is very vague and mostly focuses on general dog stuff. I have worked with dogs for years, so I guess I was expecting a COMPLETE GUIDE to deaf dogs. This book is definitely not it. It's more like a basic guide to dogs, including deaf dogs.

[Meagan · Rating 1 out of 5]

Any actual advice about deaf dogs was few and far between. Mostly read like a blog post, not a well-researched book. And why put in pictures if they're not in color and end up blurry in b&w?? I wanna see the puppies!!!

[Alena · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good introduction to deaf dogs, not all was applicable but some good starting points for the new deaf dog owner

[Emily Wilson · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some good information, not all that helpful as there are no specific tips or instructions into training, just general guidelines that tend to be common knowledge for dog owners.

[Nancy Heath · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad, not great

Book had some useful information, but more hand signs, or signals would have given this 4/ 5 stars for review.

[Jeroen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book to get me better acqainted with my new deafie