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Summary: A book to relate to!
Review: I adopted a puppy from the animal shelter about 3 months ago and about two weeks later realized she was deaf. This book helped me so much to just relate to the stories that other owners of deaf dogs wrote about how they interact with their dog and different ways to communicate with them. There is a very special bond already between myself and Winnie, because she doesn't hear, she is more in tune with my facial expressions and can sense my mood like no other dog I have ever owned. I have already taught her some of the different signs suggested in the book and we are learning more every day. I definitely recomend this book not only to those who have deaf dogs but to any dog owner!
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Summary: Dissappointed
Review: I was incredibly disappointed with this book, having heard it hyped on ever deaf dog website or literature I came across. I have owned a deaf dog for four years. This book was not helpful or useful to me at all. I would imagine that someone who is considering adopting a deaf dog, or someone who has just adopted a deaf dog would find it helpful. The book was published in 1997, the same year I adopted my deaf dog. I never encountered the problems the author discussed, and a great deal has changed in the deaf dog owner community in the past four years. Basically, if you have already gotten past the basics with your deaf dog... pass this book up!
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Summary: Dissappointed
Review: I was incredibly disappointed with this book, having heard it hyped on ever deaf dog website or literature I came across. I have owned a deaf dog for four years. This book was not helpful or useful to me at all. I would imagine that someone who is considering adopting a deaf dog, or someone who has just adopted a deaf dog would find it helpful. The book was published in 1997, the same year I adopted my deaf dog. I never encountered the problems the author discussed, and a great deal has changed in the deaf dog owner community in the past four years. Basically, if you have already gotten past the basics with your deaf dog... pass this book up!
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Summary: Hope
Review: My dog Kellie has a page in this book, it is excellent and has helped some of my students cope with their deaf dogs. I like the easy way each training tip is explained and though I don't use many myself they are great. The book is definately a must for deaf dog owners, especially if they don't have a trainer who specialises in deaf dogs.
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Summary: Worth It's Weight In GOLD
Review: This book is without a doubt one of the most useful tools in helping owners of deaf dogs become the most effective partner in training with their pet. Dealing with a deaf dog is a life altering experience. The unconditional love, affection and sheer desire of the dog to please you is amazing. By taking on the training of a deaf dog with the help of this book anything is possible. As a "mom" to a deaf dalmatian, I encourage anyone living with or considering adding a deafie to their family to get a copy of this book and enjoy the rewards that come from raising a deaf dog.
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Summary: This book is a must for anyone who owns a deaf dog!
Review: This book was a great first source in learning about deaf dogs. As a new adoptive owner of a deaf dog, I found it to be not only an excellent source of information, but also a source of hope and reassurance that that we can raise a deaf dog and deaf dogs can lead full lives given the opportunity. It is a must for anyone considering adopting a deaf dog or is new to training a deaf dog. I thank the author for providing this information and inspiration in a concise and clear format.
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Summary: Not what I expected
Review: This book, in my opinion, is more of a social illustration of the deaf dog rather than an aid to living with and training a deaf dog.Realistically, training a deaf dog is no different than a hearing dog, except you must use hand signals and you have to find an alternate way to get their attention.I think what the author was trying to do is great, but, except for some statistics and research articles, it was not very helpful to me in our daily life.In one particular case, the author's advice is downright dangerous if you are not an experienced dog handler. DO NOT EVER attempt "Alpha" rolls if you have a deaf and or aggressive dog!!!!!!DO NOT hit your dog with a newspaper!DO NOT hit your dog with your hands or anything else!Just a word of caution.....
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Summary: Recommend to any owner of a deaf dog
Review: This is the first book any owner of a deaf dog should get. It helps with the basics and helps you realize that your dog can live a normal life. Because of this book I took my dog to a dog trainer and my dog learned basic obedience along with all the hearing dogs. The trainer was wonderful about helping us. I also bought some sign language books to learn other signs to teach my dog also.
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