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Without Sight and Sound

by Kimberly
(New York)

Double Merle Aussie Girls

Dakota is my Australian Shepherd and Kelen is my mini Aussie. They are both double merles.... deaf and blind. Yet, despite the fact that these two can't see or hear, they are AMAZING!

Dakota and Kelen are trained with touch signals, vibrations, and scents. They both participate in agility and Dakota has passed her Canine Good Citizen test.

They are an inspiration and show us that one doesn't have to be hearing or sighted to accomplish great things! :)

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I Agree!
by: Kimberly

Yes, I agree! Deaf dogs can do anything except hear. They really are quite special and I hope more people are willing to adopt a special needs Aussie (or any other breed) and get to experience how wonderful these dogs can be. They definitely don't need to be euthanized and there definite is no reason to be breeding merle-to-merle (that's how you get double merle dogs... most have hearing and vision issues). 25% of puppies from merle-to-merle litters are double merles and born mostly white with various degrees of hearing and vision issues. Dakota and Kelen are two examples of double merles, products of careless and perhaps callous breeding.

Thank You Again!
by: Kimberly

Thank you all again for such wonderful comments! :) I'm happy everyone is enjoying reading about Dakota and Kelen.

Deaf dogs can do it all.
by: From Odessa

Cool story, these dogs are amazing, we have a deaf Aussie who is somewhat sight impaired and wouldn't trade him for anything in the world. But how many are destroyed every day because they are hearing or sight impaired. Yes they require some extra attention, but it is so worth it. Deaf dogs can do anything a hearing dog can, they just need a chance. That is where owners like you come in. The breed needs more owners willing to adopt and love these beautiful dogs.

Deaf/Blind Dog Training
by: Kimberly

Here are some links to training a deaf/blind dog:

http://www.amazingaussies.com/education/education.html

http://www.amazingaussies.com/education/touch.htm

The touch signals I use with my deaf/blind dogs are:

Tap on butt = sit
Tap on top of shoulders = down
Brushing fingertips under chin = come
Tap on top of head = pay attention/focus/stay
Tap on side of leg = "give me your paw"

I also use vibrations for attention getting and warnings. I use scents (in bottles or on a long stick/object) for targeting and shaping behaviors.

My Lily
by: Cindy

I work @ a veterinary clinic and adopted a blind and deaf Mini Aussi that had been dropped on a deserted road. I am looking for any tips on training. She gets soooooo excited when she smells you come into the room. I truly love this dog and would like her to have some "manners". Thanks for all of your help.

Thank you!
by: Kimberly

Thank you for your wonderful comments! :)

Great story from without sight and sound
by: Jeff Fort

I was just looking through things on the internet on Australian Shepards, then read your story. Wow how nice and for you to have two dogs with the same conditions. What a special bond that must really be. Just want to say all the best to your whole family. A memorable story. Now I have to expect more from my 3 dogs!

Wonderful Dogs
by: Mary Ann

They are such beautiful dogs. I have a Bichon going blind going to get her cataracts off both eyes. Expensive 3000 but she is only 3 years old. A long life ahead of her. Her companions is Peaches my Aussie she is like a seeing eye dog. lol

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