Resources for owners of deaf dogs (& cats!)

With consideration for their unique needs and training, deaf animals can adapt and adjust quite well! Here are some links and resources to spark your learning journey about deafness in dogs and cats. 

(We have no affiliations or endorsement of products: these are intended to provide broad informational options to clients)

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Information on genetics and breeds known to have inherited deafness:

https://www.ofa.org/diseases/other-diseases/congenital-deafness

LSU - Deafness in Dogs & Cats

Training/Care Tips for Deaf Dogs & Cats:

https://deafdogsrock.com/

https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/tips-care-deaf-dog-or-deaf-cat

https://www.battersea.org.uk/pet-advice/dog-advice/deaf-dog-care-and-training

Books:

The Complete Guide to Owning a Deaf Dog

Deaf Dog: a guide to enriching your deaf dog's life

Acorn's DEAFinitely Awesome Dictionary of Signs

Social Media:

Sites like Facebook may have local deaf dog groups