Deaf Dog Myth # 1
If I adopt a deaf dog, I need to have a hearing dog as well.
Many people think that a deaf dog
needs to have a hearing dog to follow around.
This is not necessary. Although,
if you do have a hearing dog, your deaf dog will watch him closely for cues to
things that are important to him – mealtimes, going for a walk, etc. A deaf dog will also watch you closely to see
what cues you give. Sometimes your deaf
dog will notice cues that you aren’t even aware you are giving! They are very good observers! Deaf dogs are individuals, just like people and
hearing dogs are. Some enjoy the company
of other dogs, while some may not. There
is nothing wrong with having hearing dogs if you adopt a deaf dog. There is nothing wrong with having only deaf
dogs either! Don’t get a hearing dog
with the expectation that he will take on the role to “help” your deaf
dog. This is a neat thing to watch when
it happens, but the truth is that the majority of times it does not
happen. The dogs will develop a
relationship, but it’s usually the deaf dog that learns to just observe and
learn cues.
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