Canine Listener Robin Dickson, Pres./CEO Fed. Tax ID #93-0681311 Spring 2011 • NO. 116

Dear Dogs for the Deaf Family, On June 16, 1981, Robin Dickson began working for Dogs for the Deaf. She began as a Trainer Apprentice, became a Certified Audio Canine Trainer, then Assistant Director, and President/CEO. For 30 years Robin has worked non-stop for this wonderful organization. As our President and CEO, she has nurtured what was, in 1981, a very small organization into one of the top (and most respected) Assistance Dog programs in the country. Robin has touched a lot of lives during those years, made countless friends, and played a key role in saving thousands of dogs from some very uncertain futures. The Staff and Board of Directors at Dogs for the Deaf want to publicly thank Robin Dickson for 30 years of service. Congratulations, Robin, on your 30th Anniversary at Dogs for the Deaf! We will never be able to thank you enough for your faithful leadership, but we would certainly like to try during the next 30 years! Sincerely,

Marvin Rhodes Robin and Bonsai DFD Board of Directors Chair P.S. We would like to make a Book of Remembrance for Robin and encourage you to send a note of congratulations or a special DFD memory to DFD by June 15. We will put all the notes into the book and present it to Robin.

GREATEST GIFT Our friends at Ram Offset Lithogra- March 3, 2011 phers have graciously donated the full color pages in this newsletter. Dear Robin, Ram is a full service, large, commer- The greatest gift I ever received is my Hearing Dog cial printer in the Southern Oregon from Dogs for the Deaf. Before Chiebe came to live area. They are a proud member of with me, I was separated from the hearing world— Climate Leaders and also the first isolated and solitary. certified Green Printer on the West Coast. Chiebe is invaluable to me. For your printing needs contact He is intelligent, talented, and handles himself well Joe Milder at 541-601-7199, or in public places. He is agile and competent. We e-mail [email protected]. are inseparable. He has filled my loneliness with happiness. He has brought me security. Chiebe is also an affectionate dog whose little heart is filled with love. I can’t imagine life without Chiebe. Josephine B. Josephine and Chiebe Florida

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Rescuing Dogs to Help People with Disabilities since 1977 Accredited by 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502 • (541) 826-9220 Voice/TDD Assistance www.dogsforthedeaf.org • email: [email protected] Dogs International Page 2 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 Placement Highlights Cory Does Double Duty

A 1½ year old, Corgi cross, Cory came to us from PAWS Across the Northwest in Spokane. He was picked up as a stray by SCRAPS Animal Shelter and, sadly, no one came looking for him. In spite of his bad experiences, he was a happy, very sweet, and intelligent little guy who just wanted to be loved. PAWS called us to see if we might be interested in him and, after evaluation, we knew he was a suitable candidate for training. Cory learned his obedience training and house manners. He loved pleasing his trainer. He also learned to play the “sound game” and realized it could be really fun finding the sound and then taking his trainer to it. He loved the toys and treats he received as rewards. Jan, Cary and Jack When he was ready for placement, his trainer looked for the best match for Cory, where he could put his love and skills to best use. The right place for Cory was with Jan and Jack A. Both of them are retired, and their Sheltie had died at 21 years of age. They quickly realized how much help the dog had been and how much they missed him. Jack has health issues that result in hypoglycemic episodes. He needs to exercise more, and having a dog is a great motivator for walking more and exercising more. Jack said, “Having a dog will be a great ‘exercise enforcer’ for both of us.” Jan has hearing loss. Sometimes she can hear the sounds, but she can’t tell where they are coming from. Thus Cory would be doing double duty, helping Jan with sounds and keeping them both healthier and happier. Jan and Jack eagerly awaited Cory’s arrival. First Cory’s trainer let him get used to his new home and family. After getting acquainted, they began showing Jan and Jack how Cory was trained and what he could do. Then the trainer began training Jan and Jack so that they could maintain Cory’s training. Jan and Jack were both so happy with Cory and amazed at how smart and talented he was. Cory is very happy to be receiving the loving care he deserves, and Jan and Jack are thrilled to have Cory to help both of them with their special needs.

Meka the Miracle Mutt

Lauren S. is retired and lives alone. She has depression and problems walking, causing her to use a quad cane or walker. The daily struggles of life were getting overwhelming. Lauren decided to apply for a Miracle Mutt in order to have someone to take care of and so she would not feel so alone. She also knew that getting out of the house for walks would help make life much, much better. We found the perfect dog for Lauren at the Fresno, California, shelter. Meka, a tiny, 2 ½ year old, red, Terrier/Chihuahua cross had been picked up as a scared stray. She needed the security and love of a forever home, and she was very willing to provide a lot of fun and love in return. After a thorough medical evaluation, she was ready to begin training. While at our facility in training, Meka realized life was good again, and she became happier and regained her zest for life. She loved her trainer and would do just about anything to please as she went through training. When training was completed, Meka was ready to meet Lauren. At this first meeting, Lauren said when she first saw Meka, she knew Meka would be perfect for her. Meka quickly checked out her new surroundings and then curled Lauren and Meka up at Lauren’s feet as if she knew this was where she belonged. This new team is bonding and learning to work together, and Lauren is already feeling more social and less lonely and depressed. With Meka by her side, Lauren has shown off her new helper to all of her neighbors.

In order toJoin be able to better our meet the needsDFD of you, E-mail our DFD family, we’d likeFan to offer eachClub! of you the choice of receiving our newsletter via the regular mail or e-mail. For those of you who prefer e-mail communication, this will also save DFD money in mailing and printing costs. First of all, we promise that we will NEVER sell, trade, or give away your e-mail address. It will be used strictly for DFD communication with you. Second, we promise NEVER to inundate you with requests for donations or with junk. If you want to be part of our special DFD E-MAIL FAN CLUB, send us your e-mail address or visit our website. Go to the Newsletter page (in the About Us section) and sign up to receive our newsletter. And, please remember to notify us if you change your e-mail address. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 3 Scooter, the Chiropractor’s Assistant Janice J. had been deaf for about 20 years and is a chiropractor and consultant. Janice lost her hearing suddenly due to illness and medications. The world of silence was devastating, and she moved and quit her career. After learning about DFD, she applied for and received her first Hearing Dog Cajun. With Cajun by her side, Janice returned to her chiropractic practice and to teaching. This twosome was inseparable and a fantastic team for many years until he passed away. Then, Janice returned to the world of silence. After working through the tremendous loss of Cajun, Janice let us know she was ready for a new partner. Scooter was the right dog for Janice. A 2 ½ year old beige and black, Shih Tzu mix from the Marion County Shelter, Scooter had been a stray. He was perky and confident, in spite of his past. He underwent the normal medical evaluation and necessary treatments and then was ready to begin training. Obedience training, socialization, and learning to respond to the sounds were part of his every day schedule. He enjoyed each new challenge and was ready for anything. Once training was complete, it was time for Scooter and Janice to meet. Janice and Scooter The trainer and Scooter arrived at Janice’s home, and it was hard to tell who was more excited, Janice or Scooter. They got to know each other and then Scooter began showing Janice what he could do. One day during the placement, they had been very busy and had done a lot of walking. That evening, Scooter alerted Janice and took her to the bedroom. There were no sounds occurring, but he was telling her it was time to go to sleep. At this point, Janice knew that Scooter felt at home and would get her attention and communicate with her. Scooter accompanies Janice to work every day and helps her both at work and at home. As they continue to bond and get to know each other, they will become a finely tuned working team.

Please continue to support the special work and mission of Dogs for the Deaf

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. . . to all of our major sponsors for enriching the lives of our recipients and enabling them to live more independently: Good Sam Chapters Porsche Club of America - Oregon Lions & Lioness Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does Chicago Region Lions Clubs / Lioness Clubs Royal Neighbors of America Southern California Good Sams Granges District 36-E Sams Radio Hams Kiwanis Clubs Lions & Lioness (Oregon) Oregon State Grange Sertoma Clubs California Federation of Get Along Sams Rotary Clubs Women’s Clubs Washington Good Sams Quota Clubs Oregon Good Sams Northern California Good Sams Eastern Star, Shrine, & other Masonic Groups Mrs. Vera Rush Nevada Good Sams Many other generous clubs & individuals Thank you Foster Friends . . . Denny Wise • Margene & Joe Coates • Wendy Gruner Patina Coote • Natalie Abbott • Jennifer Wood Lynn Lehman • Cindy Bugg We thank these volunteers for helping to nurture and raise the dogs highlighted in this newsletter. Page 4 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 Career Change Dog Placement Highlights Most of the time, we are not able to highlight some of our Career Change Dog placements because of space restrictions in the newsletter. This issue is emphasizing our commitment to find good, loving, forever homes for ALL dogs we rescue, so we wanted to include a few of our Career Change Dogs this time. These are dogs we rescue and then, with further evaluation, we find (for a variety of reasons) that they are not suitable to be working dogs. Often times they just aren’t interested in working for a living.

Topher is a 3 year old, brown and grey Terrier mix. We found him at the Southern Oregon Humane Society. After starting training, we found that he did not have the confidence needed to be a working dog. He just wanted to be someone’s loving pet. Topher was matched with Ginny and Dick S. They are seniors and have always had a dog in their home. Topher has proven to be the perfect companion and really helped Ginny during a rough couple of weeks when her husband broke his leg, had surgery, and was in a rehabilitation facility. Topher’s life is complete with people who love him, and he is returning that love.

Ginny, Topher and Dick

Abner is a 2 year old Maltese we found at Pets Without Partners in Redding, California. He was probably a puppy-mill puppy and had a lot of problems that prevented him from becoming a working dog. After living with Lynn, one of our Foster Families, and receiving love and encouragement, Abner started slowly improving. He had had so little in life that he was very excited about simple things like a bowl of food and a toy to play with. After his rehabilitation with Lynn, he was ready for a special home and new family. We found a wonderful, loving home for him with Barbara and Frank M. Their Maltese/Poodle dog died last fall, and they and their other dog were lonely for a companion. Abner has filled the void and is on the road to a fun life filled with lots of love.

Barbara and Abner Yogi is a 1 year old, cream colored, Terrier mix that we found at the Southern Oregon Humane Society. Part way into training, it became apparent that Yogi did not have the desire to work and was not confident enough, either. We found the right home for him with Christy S. Christy lives alone and wanted a pet that was more active than her cat. Yogi has brought love and energy into Christy’s home, and she is getting out more and being more active, too.

Christy and Yogi

Placements are already scheduled, but haven’t actually happened yet Sneak Preview on the following great dogs who are just about done with their training:

Jigsaw, a 2 year old, Rosie, a lovely Golden Retriever, Finley, a 2 year old, scruffy, black and grey Terrier is going to be providing very special assistance to very handsome Sheltie cross, mix, will soon be helping is going to be placed Mary Lou R., in California. a 14 year old, young man. with Kim W., in New Jersey.

Watch for complete details in our next issue of the Canine Listener. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 5

20th Annual DOG WALK –– The Roaring 20’s

It’s not too late to register for Dog Walk on June 4 at Hawthorne Park in Med- ford, Oregon. Join hundreds of walk- ers and their furry four-legged friends for a day filled with lots of fun activities. If you aren’t able to join us this year, you can still collect donations and send them to DFD, indicating they are for Dog Walk. As always, there will be lots of fun contests and activities, great raffle prizes, silent auction, Hearing Dog and Autism Dog demonstrations, Dog Walk t-shirts, food, a photo booth, Vet Talk by Dr. Rob Landon, The Kids’ Zone, agility demonstrations and coaching, gift shop, vendors, and more! For more information call DFD at 541-826-9220 or check our website for registration forms at www.dogsforthedeaf.org Help our work and mission by participating in Dog Walk 2011.

Thank you for supporting Dogs for the Deaf through your workplace giving campaigns! The Combined Federal Campaign, United Way, Independent Charities of America, individual state campaigns, and other independent workplace campaigns make up many of our wonderful donors supporting our mission. Most workplace campaigns accept designations to Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. by name. If your workplace campaign or the corresponding website requires our IRS employer identification num- ber, it is: EIN# 93-0681311. Please write in “Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.” on your designation form to ensure that your donation is being properly directed to our organization. We are listed in the “Animal Charities of America” section of the Combined Federal Campaign pamphlet. The “Best In America” service mark pic- tured here is awarded to fewer than 2,000 out of 1,000,000 charities nationwide by the Independent Charities of America. We are proud to announce that Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. received authorization to display this service mark in our corre- spondence, on our letterhead, in the newsletter, and on our website. Your designation to support the rescue and training of our special dogs is much appreciated!

Tour Dogs for the Deaf We would love to have you visit our facility in Central Point, Oregon. We will show you a 16-minute video, take you on a tour of the facility, and give you a demonstration of one of the dogs actually in training. So as not to disrupt the trainers’ busy schedules, we ask that you please call ahead to make an appointment. Tours take approximately 45 minutes. May 1 - September 30, tours are at 10am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm. October 1 - April 30 tours are at 10am and 2pm. We are open on Monday through Friday, except for holidays. RV parking is available. From the Biddle Road/Table Rock Road intersection it is Write or call for directions and to make a reservation for approximately nine miles to Wheeler Rd. (You will cross the Rogue a tour. Come on out to see us. We’ll be looking forward to River before coming to Wheeler.) Watch for mile marker 10 — meeting you! this is where you turn left onto Wheeler. Page 6 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 2010 Good Sam Year-end Winners 2010 Top Ten Winners CLUB Chapter Name State News Sam’s Radio Hams California - Southern Square Sam’ers California - Northern The Prairie State Sams Illinois Enclosed is our 2010 DFD donation. Trail’s End Good Sammamish Sams Washington Sam Chapter has long supported your organization, and we are proud to continue this tradition. Polk About Sams Oregon Sandra R., Secretary/Treasurer Trail Dusters Oregon Trails End Sams—Oklahoma Clackamas Campers Oregon Payette Rovers Idaho On behalf of the Good Sam’s Charioteers, we are enclosing 79’ers Oregon a donation to DFD, knowing that the money will be used to Tsunami Sams California - Northern help those in need. Our Good Sam chapter is small, but we hold monthly raffles to accumulate funds for DFD. 2010 Top Dogs Winners Peggy D., Treasurer, Chapter Name State Good Sam’s Charioteers—California Cotton Patch Sams Alabama Fairbanks Tundra Rollers Alaska Enclosed is our annual donation to help with your great Sam’s Radio Hams California - Southern work. At each monthly meeting, our little “doggie” bank Square Sam’ers California - Northern is passed around and members deposit spare change, and the total amount plus a little from our Chapter is sent San Juan Good Sams Colorado at the end of the year. Shanty Shakers Delaware Carla H., Recorder/Treasurer Good Sam Seahorses #55 Florida Royal Neighbors of America # 10748—Oregon Norwega Sams Camper Club #38 Georgia Payette Rovers Idaho The Elko Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star chose Dogs The Prairie State Sams Illinois for the Deaf as our project for last year. A speaker came 4-F Sams Iowa and talked about your program and impressed everyone in Cave Country Sams Kentucky attendance. Our check is enclosed as our donation to your worthy program. A member of our community has received Cenla Roadrunners Louisiana dogs from your program. Southern Maryland Wanderers Maryland Juanita K., Secretary Wright Way Sams Minnesota Elko Chapter #17 Order of the Eastern Star—Nevada Tenn-Tom Travelers Mississippi Five Valley Good Sams Montana Logan Valley Sams #39 Nebraska Again this year, Maplewood Grange elected to give five percent of our total rental income from the operation La Mesa Good Sammers Nevada of our Grange to your dedicated organization. We feel Pajarito Sams New Mexico you are doing some truly good works, not only for the Seneca Sams New York recipients, but also for the four-legged friends. We en- joy reading about the activities of your organization and Crooked River Sams Ohio the news related to the gifts of these dogs to the various Polk About Sams Oregon individuals. Hopefully, we can continue to be involved in this work. Twin Rose Sams #40 Pennsylvania Pee Dee Drifters South Carolina Robert T., Master Maplewood Grange #662—Oregon Good Neighbor Sams of Arlington Texas Trail Blazers Utah Please find enclosed our donation to your wonderful orga- Foxchase Sams Virginia nization. We wish to commend you for performing a much needed and appreciated service. (Good Sam logo) Sammamish Sams Washington Clyde W., Treasurer Panhandle Sams West Virginia Apple Dumpling Gang—California Jack Pine Travelers Wisconsin

Please continue to support the special work and mission of Dogs for the Deaf Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 7 CLUB News In 2009-2010, I served as Governor for the Pacific Continued... Northwest District of Kiwanis International, repre- senting approximately 10,000 members. I greatly appreciate the difference dogs make in We will always support Dogs for the Deaf and are people’s lives, whether they are working dogs or happy to do so. Thank you for ALL you do. simply a family pet. My Governor’s Project, Project Joyce L., Treasurer K-9, involved working with dogs—either projects directed toward Bay Area Sams #117—Florida dogs or projects in which dogs are used to help others. I encour- aged each of the more than 300 clubs in the Pacific Northwest to take on at least one project, and clubs came up with many ideas. I am pleased to forward to you, on behalf of the members in our district, a check in the amount of $1,000. Kiwanis Clubs This donation is on behalf of the Paragon Casino often work with autistic children; please use these funds to sup- and Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, through a port your autism program. Thank you for all you do with dogs to request from our Good Sam Chapter, The Cenla improve the lives of adults and children living with disabilities. Roadrunners. Patrick W. Michael O., President Kiwanis International—Victoria, British Columbia The Cenla Roadrunners Good Sam Chapter—Louisiana

The Los Gitanos Good Sam Chapter has contribut- ed to Dogs for the Deaf for over twenty five years. Enclosed is our check for our annual donation to We have disbanded the chapter, and this donation DFD. We trust this will help your work. was what was left in the treasury. We wish to do- nate it in memory of our deceased club members Elta Mae S., Treasurer and in honor of the living members. Rovin’ Sams Club—Indiana Russell R., Treasurer Los Gitanos Good Sam—California

Enclosed is a check from our camping club, Tenn- Tom Travelers of Columbus, Mississippi. We thank It is with great pride that the Clackamas Campers your organization for making a significant difference present a check to DFD in memory of deceased in the lives of both dogs and people and hope our members, Bill Ely and Carmelita Coats. It is a donation will help a little to save lives and greatly im- pleasure to be involved with DFD, and we are de- prove lives. lighted to be able to financially support your help of so many others in so many ways. Ruby B., Treasurer Tenn-Tom Travelers—Mississippi Don M., President Clackamas Campers—Oregon

Enclosed is a check for DFD from the Shanty Shak- The Fun Seekers Good Sam Chapter takes pride ers of the Delaware Good Sam Club. We under- in donating its monies earned through fund drives stand the importance of providing quality trained to deserving organizations like Dogs for the Deaf. dogs to recipients, and we were unanimous in elect- Please accept the enclosed donation. ing to support DFD again this year with the earnings from our fundraising efforts. Edward I., Treasurer Fun Seekers—Delaware Donna H., Treasurer Shanty Shakers—Delaware

Enclosed is a donation in memory of Jules Dufour, one of our biggest supporters here in New Mexi- co. Jules led the efforts of our RV group, Pajarito Enclosed is our chapter’s donation for 2010 for the Sams, in raising money to help DFD. He negoti- General Fund. We want the money to go to your ated the best prices for all aluminum collected, and excellent training program. he drove many truckloads of cans to Santa Fe. Gary S., Treasurer Frances and Barbara H. Rose Good Sam Chapter 40— Pajarito Sams—New Mexico York-Lancaster, Pennsylvania Page 8 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 “Ears to You” Letters from recipients of our special DFD dogs

Shasta is doing great. She always likes being very “girly.” She al- ways alerts me to sounds. She is getting very white around her face, but she has just as much zip, but not for as long. I tell her we are both old ladies really loving life. Thanks for letting me be a part of Shasta’s life.

Patricia P. and Shasta, Oregon

I don’t know what I would do without Mimi. She is my wonderful, dar- ling companion and helps so much. The other day I had drumsticks Shasta in the oven and she alerted me when they were done, just like she always does. I talk to her all the time and am sure she knows what I say.

Isaura M. and Mimi, Puerto Rico Mimi

Sundays are Jude’s most boring days. We often stay home all day except for our walks on our lo- cal trail. She loves to be outside and, if it isn’t raining, will stay out in the backyard. But, Monday mornings bring out her best. She’s tipped off that it’s a work day by the alarm at 4:30. She races downstairs and out the door, does her business, and races back in for breakfast. Then she sleeps on her bed while I get ready for work. When I pack my backpack, without being called, she comes to have her harness put on—the final sign we’re leaving the house! Then she just dances all the way to the bus stop. She recognizes two women who usually are there every day with us, and her tail wags and wags. She picks out our seat on the bus, turns around and faces the front, and lies down between my feet. When we get to Seattle, she just prances down the street to our building. If we happen to see someone on the elevator that early, they always comment about how excited and happy she is to come to work on a Monday morning! It’s her favorite day!

We have really gotten close quickly. She is so helpful to me and a wonderful companion, too. We are learning together, and she continues to astound me. Last night we were waiting in front of a restaurant for my nephew. Jude all of a sudden popped up and started bumping me with her nose. At first I didn’t understand and was trying to tell her to lie back down. Then I realized my cell phone was ringing, and she was alerting me. She’s very patient with me. Jude Beverly Z. and Jude, Washington

Hi Carrie,

Hattie and I were walking in the park today, and I couldn’t believe what she did. We were mind- ing our own business when Hattie gave me a huge alert signal, followed by two more very persistent ones. I looked at her and said, “What?” She took me to a little girl who had fallen off a slide. The little girl had a bloody nose and was crying. Her mom was sitting on a picnic table talking on her cell phone, eating her lunch, and was totally unaware that her daughter had fallen off the slide and hurt herself. Hattie heard her cries and knew she needed help. The mother was very grateful, and I was so proud I could have popped. Needless to say, she got tons of praise and rewards and lots of love.

Tail wags and belly rubs,

Jen W. and Hattie, Pennsylvania Jen and Hattie Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 9 continued . . . Alia is a beautiful jewel. I took her on va- cation with me, and she went every place I went. Everyone fell in love with her, and Alia really enjoyed herself. She is very well behaved in public, and she alerts me to sounds perfectly. Addie M. and Alia, Nevada

Riley Dear Heather and Dogs for the Deaf,

Thank you so much for choosing me to have Riley as my new life-long pal. He is the perfect match for me. These wonderful dogs are Angels from Heaven.

I no longer feel so lonely. As you know, losing my little Papillon Gizmo devastated me. He had been with me for 14 years including throughout my accident and rehabilitation from a traumatic brain injury. Heather, thanks for your training skills. Riley is so well behaved and a joy to have around. I also appreciate all the time you and Denny have spent in training me to keep up Riley’s training.

Please let me know if I can ever help with a fundraiser for DFD. Also, please find enclosed a donation to DFD. Your organization is a Godsend for people and dogs!

Janice E. and Riley,Washington

We are so glad that our neighbor told us about Dogs for the Deaf and that Mitchell was not suited to be a Hearing Dog. He is helping me SO much and is just right for us. Life is good with Mitchell.

Bill C. and Mitchell, Idaho

Bill and Mitchell Addie and Alia

You Can Help Secure the Future of DFD... Our Endowment Fund is a special and separate fund set up to When this goal is reached, then all regular donations will be ensure the financial stability of DFD for many generations to able to be used directly for the hands-on work with the dogs’ come. Money designated to the Endowment Fund is invested training, placement, and follow-up. wisely, according to carefully developed guidelines. The prin- cipal remains invested in the Endowment Fund, and the inter- In order to achieve this goal, we need your support. In addition est earned is used for the general operating expenses of the to your normal, generous donations to the work of DFD, we organization. hope you will be able to send in a special donation to the En- dowment Fund. You will be enhancing the financial stability of Our Finance Committee has established the goal over the next DFD, and you will know that your donations will help people and few years for the Endowment Fund to grow to the level where dogs for many years to come. Please be sure to indicate that the interest from the investments will cover the necessary ad- these special donations are for the Endowment Fund. ministrative and fundraising costs for Dogs for the Deaf annually. by Beth H., DFD Client Services Coordinator and Robin Dickson, Pres./CEO

hat is it like to be an Assistance Dog trainer?” That is the question I “Wam invariably asked whenever people learn that I work at Dogs for the Deaf. DFD employs a number of people in different positions and depart- ments, all dedicated to our mission of rescuing and professionally training dogs to assist people and enhance lives, but the job of trainer requires spe- cialized training and preparation, and few people realize what all it entails. A trainer learns by spending two to three years as an apprentice trainer, working with the Training Department Team Leader and other trainers on Staff. Our client’s first meeting with their dog’s trainer typically happens during placement, but the trainer’s real work begins about six months before that, when the trainer evaluates and rescues the dog from the shelter. Our trainers look for a very specific temperament in the dogs they evaluate at shelters. Confidence, friendliness, the ability to be motivated by toys, treats, and praise are all essential characteristics in the dogs we train. The necessary level of confidence that is required for a dog to be successful in completing the Assistance Dog training is very high, and very difficult for us to find. A dog must not just be able to tolerate being out in public; the dog must enjoy it and be comfortable at all times. The evaluation process doesn’t stop once the dog arrives at DFD; trainers continually watch their dogs objectively to be able to de- termine what the dogs are “telling” them about what they like, how they learn, and whether or not they are comfortable with what they encounter while out on training trips in public. Trainers spend a significant amount of time learning what the dogs’ body language is telling them. Through this process of continual evaluation, the trainers are able to determine which of our programs each dog is best suited for. Because all of our dogs come from shelters and are selected for temperament rather than breed, the trainers have the opportunity to work with an interesting variety of dogs, all with different personalities, challenges, and learning styles. It is the trainer’s challenge to first determine how each dog acquires information and then to find the best way to present the information to the dog so they understand. This results in the trainers often using many different paths that will lead to the same result—a highly trained professional canine. Hearing Dogs are trained to alert their trainer to a variety of household sounds. When a sound occurs, the dog goes to the source of the sound to determine where the sound is coming from, then runs to the person, makes physical contact to alert the person, and finally leads the person to the sound. The Hearing Dogs are trained in our specially-designed training apartments at our facility so they become accustomed to working in a home-like environment. Autism Assistance Dog training is very different. These dogs must be trained to remain calm regardless of what is going on around—crying, screaming, a meltdown, etc. Additionally, they wear a special harness, and the child is tethered to the dog with a six foot strap that goes from the dog’s harness to the child and around the child’s waist. During training, another trainer acts the part of the child. When the “child” bolts and runs (a common trait in children with Autism), the trainer teaches the dog to immediately either sit or lie down and stay. Thus, the dog is trained to serve as an anchor, preventing the child from bolting and running into an unsafe situation. Program Assistance Dog training is similar to the Autism Assistance Dog training. These dogs are placed with professionals—teachers, counselors, physicians, therapists, court room advo- cates, etc.—who work with people with disabilities or people who have suffered trauma or abuse. The dogs accompany the professional to work every day and are there to serve as a calming influence and a motivator to accept treatment and “open up” during treatment or conversations. The dogs must be trained to remain calm under all circumstances. Miracle Mutts receive individualized training, depending on the disability or challenge of the per- son they are being placed with. Some of the dogs need to learn to be comfortable around canes, crutches, walkers, etc. Others need to learn to be very gentle in their contact and be willing to move slowly. These special dogs do a wide variety of things to help with many different types of needs and challenges. They also provide motivation to get up in the morning, keep living, and be more active. A common question asked of the trainers is: “How are you able to work with a dog for a period of time, bond with that dog, and then place it in someone else’s home?” The bond the dog forms with the trainer is a crucial part of the learning process, because it is essential that the dog learn to trust (not always an easy thing for a dog that has come from a shelter). If the dog has been able to have a person (the trainer), form a bond and be able to trust, it is much more likely that the dog will be able to form a similar bond and be able to trust the client when they meet and begin working together. The trainers see themselves as intermediaries, as playing a part in a process which will ultimately lead to the dog finding its place in a forever home, with an important job to do. It is definitely very hard for the trainer to leave the recipient’s home and head back to DFD, but the trainer remains connected to the dog and his person for the lifetime of the team. Also, seeing the positive effect the dog has in the life of the person is the reward that makes everything worthwhile. In addition to building a relationship with the dog, the trainer must also establish a rapport with the applicant who receives the dog. This begins with correspondence with the applicant prior to the placement and continues when the trainer and dog arrive at the applicant’s home. Place- ments are normally three-five days long, during which time the trainer shows the client how to work with the dog to maintain the dog’s training, socialization, and obedience. Sometimes people expect the new dog to immediately work perfectly, not realizing that their home is a very different environment. The trainer must establish a working relationship with the client because communication with them is the key to the success of the newly formed team. Trainers and clients need to be able to communicate effectively with each other so that the trainer can be responsive to questions or concerns and also be able to assist the client in working through any behavioral challenges their dog may be experiencing. The trainer must also work with and involve other family members as part of the process. During the placement time, we also encourage the local media to come to the client’s home and cover the story. This gives DFD publicity in the local area and helps the client and dog by edu- cating people in the community that there is an Assistance Dog in town. Thus, the trainers must also learn how to work with the media and do interviews with various branches of the media. After placement, the trainers do regular and continual follow up on the dogs they trained. There are progress reports the clients send in that must be responded to and follow up visits to check on the teams plus emails and phone calls to answer. All of this provides encouragement and guidance for the teams to ensure that they are receiving maximum benefit from each other. Trainers typically seek out employment at DFD because they love dogs and believe in our mis- sion. To watch a dog make the connection with its new person is rewarding. To take a shelter dog, train him and place him where his skills and companionship are desperately needed, and watch him and his new partner “click” as they form their bond and learn to work together is truly heartwarming. All of this involves a great deal of hard work and perseverance, but, in the end, it is all worthwhile. Page 12 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 There are so many creative and fun ways to raise funds to donate to DFD. These ideas not only help DFD, but they can also help children learn to serve others and they can help recycle items you no longer need. Also, don’t forget the possibility of your employer having matching gift programs that will double your donations. Have fun with your family or group, and you will be helping DFD rescue, train, and place more dogs with more people.

Dear DFD, Fundraising My sister, Jennifer B. in Wisconsin, received a Hearing Dog (Josie) from you. I have been Ideas a dog groomer for almost 13 years. I finally decided that it was time for me to open my own grooming salon. I have worked in the Minneapolis area since 2003 and built a big following. My goal with my salon is to give back to the pet community, my clients, and my employees. I am planning on incorporating a donation to Dogs for the Deaf with my upgraded spa package that my clients can purchase. This spa package includes an upgrade to an oatmeal shampoo, double conditioning, facial scrub, teeth brushing, nail dremeling, and a $2 dona- tion to Dogs for the Deaf. I have found that this spa package is a very successful upsell with my clients. I want to make sure that this is acceptable to you, and I will also include a link to your website on my website. Thank you for all you have done for Jennifer. The bond of an Assistance Dog and its handler is like no other I have seen before. Heide B., Heidi’s Elite Pet Grooming, Minnesota

Hello, Enclosed is my submission to the call-for-artists to design some art work Greetings Robin, for your t-shirts and other merchandise. I hope you like it. I was trying to We are pleased to send you our donation represent the idea of the many faces of DFD for last quarter for the sales of the Blind and took my inspiration from the multi-square Dog Wine in memory of Duane Robinson format of Andy Warhol and the Brady Bunch. and Bingo and in honor of his Hearing You may rearrange the squares or just use part Dog Toby. We had a wonderful Holiday of them if you wish, whatever suits your needs Season, and Blind Dog was a big seller! best. Whether you use my design or not, thanks Hence a larger donation! for letting me contribute to your project and thanks to your organization for helping so many We also entered Blind Dog in the San dogs and people. Bless you! Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition (the largest wine competition in the world Jackie H., Ohio for American wines) along with our Ecluse Wines, and last week Blind Dog received a second Silver Medal, and all of our red Every six months our stores each select three organizations such wines received medals!! We are thrilled as yours to participate in the Tokens for Bags program. This pro- and Toby is very happy to have her two gram is set up to allow our customers to choose between a plastic Silver Medals. bag or putting a “token” into the charity of their choice. A token is We just bottled another 750 worth $.05, approximately the cost of a plastic bag. Our customers cases last week. have met this program with great enthusiasm. Enclosed please find So, stand by for a check for the period ending December 31, 2010. more sales in We hope Dogs for the Deaf is as pleased with the program as we 2011. Our best have been. Thank you and congratulations! to you, Pam, your Kerstin B., President staff, and all your wonderful dogs. Buffalo Exchange— New and Recycled Fashion Cheers, Pam and Steve L. and Arizona Toby, too! California Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 13 Hi Robin, Guess you’ve heard the Rocking Chair Travelers have Safeway Employees Help Dogs for the Deaf turned in their Good Sam charter. It was time to quit. We will miss going to the Good Sam events, though. This check is what we had left in our account, and we want Dogs for the Deaf to have it. Hope all is going su- per for you and the “puppies.” Maybe our paths will meet again—hope so. Our love and regards, Mary and Rocky I. California

Thank you again for your great work. We are the Com- padres, a small camping group of 20 rigs. We recycle our bottles and cans, and hold our annual book sale and have raffles when we can. This money was earned by a quilt we raffled off and a wine basket I put together. My husband and I had a chance to visit your Employees of Safeway Store #1643 in Medford, Oregon, again facility last year. We were really impressed. selected DFD as a beneficiary of their employee giving pro- I borrowed your DVD to show. Everyone gram through the Safeway Foundation. Store Manager, Rick really enjoyed it and then bought more Schulze, and his employees presented Robin Dickson, DFD raffle tickets! Pres./CEO, a check from the Safeway Foundation. We are very grateful to the employees of Thank you again. Safeway for their continued support. JoAnn M., California

Members of the Southern LIFEtime Players, a chapter of L.I.F.E. (Lowrey is Fun and Easy) in Columbia, South Carolina, meet regularly to share their love of music and playing the organ. Member Rich Hatfield says, “It gets my mind working, and it keeps my fingers working.” This active, musical group of seniors decided to do something to help oth- ers by using their music to help people who can’t hear it. They held performances and fundraisers and emptied their own pockets. Dona- tions added up. At the end of their year-long effort, they had raised $5,002.17! Hearing Dog recipients Stephanie and Jack W., and their dog Dazzle were on hand to accept the donation on behalf of DFD. Thank you Southern LIFEtime Players!

We Love Visitors Areta S., President, and John S., Secretary and Member- ship Chairman, from the Brookings Harbor Lions Club in Oregon toured DFD recently and presented their club’s donation check to Pam Slater, DFD Development Direc- tor, and Kimberly Miller, DFD Club Liaison.

The Caldwell Ramblers Good Sam Chapter had a ga- rage sale and had a real good turnout. We took Mitch, our Miracle Mutt, over to see them and show him off to all the Good Sam workers. They were impressed with him. Some of the shoppers were told who and what he is, and they were impressed, also. We love him and he is helping us so very much. Bill and Barb C. and Mitch Idaho Page 14 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011

Sorry I haven’t contributed in a bit. My husband had a stroke and life has been different. I love your Canine Listener and tell everyone who will listen about Dogs Thank you so much for the picture of the for the Deaf! stone for Mica in the Field of Memories. It was so nice of you to do that! I still miss my Roberta and Leonard M., California beloved friend so much, and he will always have a special place in my heart. This gift is in honor of a small dog named Barbara C., Texas Pinky. She lived on this earth for such a short time and was so sweet. Pinky taught me so much about people and about myself. She lived over 40 years Just a small gift for general use. I love my Tag, ago, and it is time for me to honor her. one of your former trainees. He is now deaf She has always been in my heart and himself but healthy. He’ll be 15 in a few weeks, thoughts! This is a gift in honor of Pinky. and I’ll be 82. We are a great act together. God Bless. Susan W., Washington Ward B., Oregon

Thank you for all the wonderful work you do, Hi Robin, especially rescuing the dogs and giving them jobs and families. I have three shelter dogs Sorry I’m late with my 2010 check from my and all are marvelous. I give your newsletter to collection of recyclables from my neighbors. the hearing center in Bozeman. It’s most uplift- I know you’ll put it to good use. Things are ing reading. hectic, but I know it will be better by the end of the year. Hugs to all and lots of pats to the Lori M., Montana doggies!

Dolly A., California Recently I saw a copy of your newsletter in a waiting room, and I was struck by a note that a sub- scriber had sent DFD praising you for not inundating him with solicitations. If you could send me a copy of the newsletter issue that contains that letter, I would much appreciate it. Also, please add me to your newsletter mailing list. Carver continues to amaze me Thank you. and teach me every day.

Greg A., New Hampshire Darci V., Oregon Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 15

Thank you for our tour. My family and I really liked it. The people were nice, and the dogs were cute. I thought the cutest was Scooter.

Hi All of You, Myranda L., Oregon Thanks for your graciousness and courtesy shown me on my visit and numerous phone calls since. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone there. Bless you all for a job well done and a forthcoming year filled with Please accept our year-end donation to help in your work. health and happiness. Enclosed is I’ve enclosed a handmade quilted bag for you to raffle off or a donation from my recent presen- use as a door prize at one of your demonstrations. Once again, tation. we appreciate all that you do for dogs and people. We wish Dona M. you all the best in 2011. DFD Volunteer Ambassador, California Glynny and John S., New York

Thank you for all the wonderful Because of financial problems, I’ve had to stop giving work you do. We enjoy reading to lots of charities I used to support, as well as political about the people who are helped causes. But, after reading your Canine Listener, I was so and the dogs you save and train. impressed, I’m sending a small donation. We love animals You have a win/win program. and admire your work. God Bless you and your mission.

Dick and Pat G., California Janet Y., Maryland

Thank you for your good wishes. I was We are enclosing a money order for $500.00 to rescue a impressed that the letter did not include dog from the shelter and for its tests and spay/neuter. an envelope asking for another dona- We think your organization is a win/win for all, and we tion! We are seniors on a fixed income, and we give when we can. The last few commend you on all of your work. At this time we travel years have been hard, and we’ve had to a lot and can’t have a dog so in our hearts we know you cut back, but we’ll always remember you will “pick out” a great dog for us. Thank you for all you and your good work. We hope to visit this year. do! Mr. and Mrs. Robert E., Illinois Mavis M., Oregon

Please continue to support the special work and mission of Dogs for the Deaf You can donate... • through our website: www.dogsforthedeaf.org • by fax with a credit card: 541-826-6696 • over the phone with a credit card: 541-826-9220 • through the mail: 10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR 97502 Your donation will enable us to continue making the miracles you read about in this newsletter. Page 16 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 HERE IS WHAT YOUR CONTRIBUTION WILL PROVIDE... DID YOU KNOW. . . $100 Initial vaccinations DFD is now training $300 Rescuing a dog from a shelter $500 Evaluation and tests plus Program Assistance Dogs. spaying/neutering These dogs go to work with and $1000 Initial testing of the dog for alertness assist professionals such as and aptitude for training physicians, teachers, counselors, and $1,500 Taking a dog through the quarantine/ evaluation period in preparation for courtroom advocates in the treatment training of and work with their clients. These $2,000 Follow-up visits of five teams dogs can help improve overall cognitive $3,000 Costs for placement week, going to development and provide a calming applicant’s home with the dog, effect, allowing the professional to training the applicant, and transferring the dog to the person better serve or treat the clients. These $5,000 You or your group being named as dogs do not have public access except the sponsor of a dog at the time of when accompanying the professionals placement. and their disabled clients in order to Dogs are placed FREE of charge with applicants nation- provide assistance to the client. wide and in Canada. The total cost of operating DFD If you or someone you know works with comes from contributions from individuals, service clubs, businesses, foundations, memorials, and bequests. DFD people with disabilities or challenges is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization approved by the IRS. and could benefit from the services of Donations are tax deductible according to current laws. a Program Assistance Dog, contact us NO TAX DOLLARS support this program. for an application. Planned Giving… Creating a Legacy It is your right to choose who benefits from your estate after your death. Don’t let the state do it for you! A valid will or trust is the only way to protect your loved ones and to designate and benefit a charity. If you were to die without a will or trust, the laws of your state would determine the distribution of your property as they see fit, and your family and friends could battle and lengthen probate for years. Throughout your lifetime you are in control of your assets and can make changes any- time. Planned gifts also allow you to make a larger gift than you may be able to do right now. Planned gifts can create special opportunities and benefits for both the donor and Dogs for the Deaf. You can allocate a percentage or cash sum to benefit a charity such as Dogs for the Deaf. There can be considerable tax benefits - including income payments for life (Charitable Gift Annuity) or you can also reduce or delay capital gains taxes. For more information and to learn the benefits of making a planned gift, please talk with your financial advisor. Remember to review and update your estate plans (will/trust) as needed due to marriages, divorces, births, finan- cial gains/losses, or charitable gifts. A valid will or trust is the only way to protect your loved ones and to designate and benefit a charity. Here are some ways you can make charitable gifts or a bequest to benefit a charity. Bequest/Will or Trust Charitable Remainder Trust Life Insurance or IRA Securities/Stock Outright cash amount Bargain Sale on property Charitable Lead Trust Charitable Gift Annuity For more information on making a charitable gift through your estate planning, please contact: Dogs for the Deaf - Pam Slater, Development Director, at (541) 826-9220 ext. 320. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 17 “Live News Feed” Comments from our DFD Facebook Fans

Go to Dogs for the Deaf’s website and learn about this great organization. They not only train dogs for the deaf - they train dogs to assist with autism, etc. All dogs come from shelters and NONE are taken back. If they don’t fit the criteria they become someone’s life companion. ~ Nancy & Tom K. (from the Giving Bean – see pg. 19), via Facebook

Follow @DogsForTheDeaf. My wife’s an audiologist so I know there is a major need for this. Love what you guys do! ~ @UnleashThePooch, via Twitter

I have just recently learned about the miraculous stuff your organization does, my ASL teacher Jodi just recieved a dog named Loops from DFD. For the month of February I am going to be donating 20% of my sales from http://www.etsy.com/shop/vandalde- signs to DFD. ~ Ileah Gilbert, Vandal Designs, via Facebook

We are dog lovers and the work you do looks incredible! ~ @AmbrosiaEugene (Ambrosia Restaurant, Eugene, OR) via Twitter

I have 2 boys with Autism and my husband and I have been reading about “Autism Assistance Dogs” and would love to have one day!!! Our youngest just takes off and doesn’t care about what’s around him. I think this dog would be a blessing ~ Mandi L., via Facebook

Loved the newest newsletter, I was especially touched by the story of the young lady that asked for birthday donations for DFD rather than birthday gifts! What an outstanding young individual to give so unselfishly and at such a young age! ~ Jennifer W. (recipient of Hearing Dog, Hattie) via Facebook

I just received my newsletter in the mail today. Had an “AHA” moment while reading - Of COURSE DFD has a Facebook page! What a great way to share the great work you do. The story of Katie I.’s birthday was terrific to read. What a great way to let the natural kindness of children show through. ~ Dorothy P., via Facebook

@DogsForTheDeaf so happy for Stanley! And thanks for all you do DFD! ~ from @PinewoodKennels, via Twitter

Dazzle & I were thrilled to demonstrate what dogs for the hearing impaired do. Thanks for the fun, rewarding opportunity! ~ @ alldressforms (Hearing Dog recipient Stephanie), via Twitter

I just received a video phone and while the tech was testing it Cherelle alerted me when it rang. No added training she just did it! She’s done it three times and I only have had the phone for as many hours. I am so proud of her. Extra treats for sure! ~ Karen B. (recipient of Hearing Dog Cherelle) via Facebook You Can Help Dogs for the Deaf! Creative Internet Fundraising Ideas Shop online to help our dogs and those who need them… Dogs are not only "man's best friend," but they are also known to carry out many life-saving tasks - such as our DFD dogs have done. One way of saying thank you to these very special dogs and to support our mission is by shopping online at www.iGive.com/DFD, where up to 30% of every purchase is donated to Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. At iGive.com membership is free. Also, you will receive notice of free shipping offers and great savings weekly! So don’t wait; go visit the Mall at iGive.com, where you can browse 650+ stores, including PETsMART.com, Pet Food Direct, PETCO, DogToys.com, JC Penney, Dell.com, Barnes & Noble, and much more! Donation amounts vary by retailer. There is no cost to you; it’s tax deductible, and 100% of the donation goes to DFD!

Now you can shop online at eBay AND help DFD at the same time! Just use the eBay “Give at Checkout” feature, which allows eBay users to add a donation to any purchase for their favorite non-profit organization when they pay using PayPal. Give to your favorite pet charity just by shopping online! GoodSearch for Dogs for the Deaf. Raise money just by searching the Internet with GoodSearch.com, powered by Yahoo. Page 18 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 Volunteer Spotlight: DFD Volunteer Ambassadors Our DFD Volunteer Ambassador program was announced in our November newsletter, and we are thrilled with the response so far. We currently have 31 Ambassadors screened, trained, and ready to do presentations in their areas. Some of them have already begun doing presentations. Just like we had hoped, when they do one presentation, someone invariably comes up and asks them to talk to another group that he/she belongs to—what a fantastic ripple effect!

All of our Ambassadors fill out an extensive application and then go through screening that includes a background check. Once approved, each new Ambassador is sent a detailed manual with information about DFD, frequently asked questions, a power point presentation to show (if they choose to), and a supply of various forms and papers to hand out. We want our Ambassadors prepared so they can do the best possible job of representing DFD.

The goal of our Ambassador program is to have volunteers who are able to help us spread word about DFD and the many life-changing and life-saving services our specially trained dogs provide. The second step is, then, for the Ambassador to encourage these people to help DFD by becoming part of our DFD family and making donations—large or small—to help us continue and grow.

Currently we have California, Oregon, Washington, and North Carolina fairly well covered with Ambassadors, but we would like to get more Ambassadors from other parts of the coun- try. If you enjoy public speaking, and if you would like to volunteer to help DFD in this special way, please email us for an application: [email protected]

If you are interested in volunteering at DFD call (541) 826-9220 or visit www.dogsforthedeaf.org for more information Watch for DFD in Print and on TV DFD does not pay for any advertising, but we If you see one of our ads, either on TV or in a do have print and video public service ads that magazine, we would appreciate it if you would let are run in various publications and on various us know. Either clip the print ad and send it to us, television stations around the country. making sure we know what publication it was in We prepare these ads and send them out once a year, hop- and the date, if possible, or let us know the city, channel, and ing that some of the magazines and TV stations will need approximate time you saw the ad on TV. This will help us to fill a spot or will be interested in our mission and want to greatly and enable us to thank them so that hopefully they help by running our ad. will run our ads more often. DFD Video Available Do you have a group that you would like to talk to about DFD? Do you have a friend you would like to share the DFD story with? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, we have our “Dogs for the Deaf Story” video. Available in either DVD or VHS format, each disc or tape has two versions of the video. One is 16 minutes long, and the second is 26 minutes long. You can use whichever version best fits your timeframe. These videos are available either on loan or for purchase. To borrow the video, just let us know the date you would like to show it, and we will send it to you on a two-week loan. You simply need to pay return postage. To purchase the video, check in our gift catalog at the end of this newsletter. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 19 Obituaries It is with great sadness that we report the passing of any of the dogs we rescue, train, and place. These wonderful friends have provided many years of faithful service and love, and they will be fondly remem- bered by those who loved them. They also received a wonderful, loving life in return. • CRICKET was the faithful companion and Hearing Dog of Jason L., Lewiston, Maine, for almost 10 years. • LITTLE BIT provided sound awareness and lots of love for Jeannie J., Jacksonville, Illinois, and her family for almost 13 years. • HOBBIT served lovingly and provided sound awareness to Christen S., Cordova, Tennes- see, for 10 years. It is also very sad to lose those on the human side of the teams we place. • GERALD S., Oregon, recently passed away. He and his Hearing Dog Lucille were together for 3 ½ years. Lucille is back at our training facility and will be placed again soon.

Legacy of an Assistance Dog Dear DFD, I am enclosing an order for DFD merchandise and also I used to want to hide from view I’d wish I was somebody else a donation in memory of my sweet rescue Sheltie Riley. With you my looks never mattered I used to be a dog obedience trainer and exhibitor in my Pretty soon I forgot them myself younger days, so dogs will always have a special place in my heart. As a matter of fact, I tear up every time I read You gave me the courage to travel your newsletter. DFD is such a bright spot in today’s world. You brought me out of my shell Together we saw distant cities Someday I hope to tour DFD. I sent for information about Together we conquered them all becoming a DFD Volunteer Ambassador here in Maryland. It’s on my list of things to do in retirement which I plan You were there in my darkest moments for next summer. I wish I lived in Oregon. DFD is my You helped me to weather the pain You helped me forgive the cruelty volunteer dream! And learn how to love, not blame Bless you all. Sandra K. – Maryland There were many moments of laughter And many joys we shared It broke my heart to let you go When the vet said you should be spared Got No medals are given to Assistance Dogs For taking away the fear Coffee? For giving us a brand new lease on life A life of dignity and cheer

I now have friends, a purpose in life And confidence in myself That’s the legacy you leave behind, old friend Visit www.givingbean.com and order some delicious As a tribute to yourself premium coffee in eco-friendly packaging that will be mailed right to your door and select DFD to receive the proceeds. Coffee and tea lovers get to help DFD by en- ~ Anonymous joying a wonderful product at a reasonable price! Page 20 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 ATTENTION CFC DONORS! For those of you who donate through the Combined Federal Campaign, we are now listed in the “Animal Charities of America” section, #10969. Moved? Changed your e-mail address? Let us know... Help us conserve donor dollars by making sure we have your most up-to-date contact information. Send address changes to: [email protected] or mail to Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. “Greg P. of California ordered 15 of our Sign Language t-shirts for his entire sign language class!” 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502 DOGS FOR THE DEAF rescues/trains/places six types of dogs to help with different disabilities, challenges, and needs. Hearing Dogs Autism Assistance Dogs Program Assistance Dogs Miracle Mutts (special dogs for special people) Harmony’s Hounds (dogs with special needs) Career Change Dogs HEARING DOGS are trained to alert people to household sounds that are necessary for everyday safety and in- dependence. They are trained to make physical contact and lead their person to the source of the sound. By provid- ing sound awareness and companionship, these dogs enhance parenting skills, increase employability, and provide greatly increased freedom and independence. AUTISM ASSISTANCE DOGS are trained to enhance the safety of children with autism by acting as an anchor and preventing the child from bolting into unsafe environments such as traffic, bodies of water, etc. Autism Assistance Dogs can also have a calming effect on the child and may improve the child’s willingness and ability to communicate and bond. PROGRAM ASSISTANCE DOGS go to work with and assist professionals such as physicians, teachers, counsel- ors, and courtroom advocates in the treatment of and work with their clients. These dogs can help improve overall cognitive development and provide a calming effect, allowing the professional to better serve or treat the clients. These dogs do not have public access except when accompanying the professionals and their disabled clients in order to provide assistance to the clients. MIRACLE MUTTS (special dogs for special people) are wonderful, loving dogs who can provide companionship, motivation, and emotional support to people who need a “helping paw.” After veterinary care, some training, and con- fidence building, these dogs are placed with adults and children who have a physical, mental, or emotional need that can be helped with a loving pet or companion. These needs might include depression, loneliness, stroke, or mental or emotional challenges. Miracle Mutts provide a reason to get up in the morning, motivation to exercise, and they generally make life worth living. Miracle Mutts do not have public access rights. HARMONY’S HOUNDS (dogs with special needs) are dogs we rescue from shelters and, during the medical evalu- ation or later in training, are found to have a special physical or emotional need that prevents them from completing training. These dogs need someone willing to provide a stable, loving home and possible medical care. In the right, nurturing environment, these dogs can thrive and provide lots of love and companionship. CAREER CHANGE DOGS are wonderful dogs who are happy and healthy but just not suited to working for a living. These dogs make loving pets and companions and are looking for their forever homes. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 21 We are doing great! Jesse does all the Dear Robin, sound work essential Enclosed is another recipe for dog biscuits. I was on the King Arthur for me. He does the Flour website, and this popped up. Thinking of all you fine people (and oven timer, my cell dogs) there, I just had to print this out and share. The recipe was rated and home phones, fire by dogs whose caregivers work for King Arthur Flour and received their alarm, name call, and approval. The dog’s pictures and “comments” are with the recipe on their oven timer. When the website. Cute! alarm clock goes off, Don and I both read the Canine Listener cover to cover, and we enjoy he climbs up my body, keeping up on your activities. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year lies on my chest, and from both of us to all of you. then taps my chest Check out kingarthurflour.com to get a copy of this dog biscuit recipe. or face with his paw Jesse Don and Dorothy S., California until I shut off the clock and acknowledge him. He Coming to a TV Near You—New DFD Video has even alerted me when someone drives in the Thanks to a generous donation from the driveway. He loves company. He stops eating or members and chapters of the Oregon Good whatever activity he is doing and alerts me to the Sam, we are in the process of producing a sound. Once he gets his praise, then he resumes new DFD video. Our current video was made his activity. several years ago, and we have added new People love him—even non-dog lovers. He likes to programs and are training new types of dogs walk on his hind legs and give “high fives” with his now, so we needed to update the information paws. He is also respectful and waits to be invited in it. This DVD will be available for loan or purchase sometime in June. You into someone’s lap. may borrow it to show to any clubs or groups you belong to or to watch Jesse is a lover and a keeper. Thank you so much yourself. It is a great way to learn how DFD operates if you are not for my Prince Jesse. geographically close enough to actually visit our facility. Billie Jean S., Connecticut Watch our website for the release of the 2011 DFD video.

Treat Your Dog to the Best! Pet-O-Bed has generously donated their wonderful beds for the dogs in training to use. We can unequivocally say that the dogs love their Pet-O-Beds! Pet-O-Beds have six inches of polyurethane foam with a unique contoured sleeping (nesting) area, making them the ultimate in comfort. Pets scratch other beds because they are trying to create a nesting area. Pet-O- Bed has a built-in nesting area. These beds also have durable covers that can be machine washed over and over and slip on and off like a contoured sheet — no zippers. Pet-O-Beds come in different sizes, and several cover options are available. For more information on these great pet beds, contact: Tell them you heard about this product from 1-800-PET-O-BED (1-800-738-6233) P.O. Box 582, Myersville, MD 21773 • www.PetoBed.com Dogs for the Deaf.

Nupro Dog Supplement The KONG Company Nutri-Pet Research, Inc. first donated 30 ounces of Donates Over 100 KONGS! Nupro All Natural Dog Supplement in March, 1997, for us to try on the dogs in training. We were immediately The KONG Company has generously donated over 100 KONGS to impressed with the quick effect it had on their coats and overall appear- DFD. Our dogs now enjoy a daily dose of mental enrichment by chew- ance. We contacted them requesting more, and they have been donating ing and licking their way through such delicacies as banana KONGS, a 20-pound tub of the supplement every three months. They have also KONGSICLES, cream cheese KONGS, and turkey and mashed po- offered to sell the product to our recipients at a special “rescue” price. tato KONGS. Our dogs also get part of each meal from a KONG that We are now using Nupro All Natural Supplement as a keeps them busy between training sessions. This helps alleviate bark- regular diet supplemement for all the dogs in training. ing, boredom, and chewing. Thanks to help from friends like KONG, we are able to continue our For more information on Nupro efforts for mental enrichment for the dogs in All Natural Dog Supplement, contact: training. Janice at 1-800-360-3300 or 732-786-8822 Nutri Pet Research, Inc. - 227 Hwy. 33 East, Get a KONG for your favorite canine. Check Manalapan, NJ 07726 them out at kongcompany.com and thank them email: [email protected] website nuprosupplements.com for their generous support of DFD. Page 22 • Canine Listener • Spring 2010

Behind the Kennel Door... Our Lifetime Commitment By Beth Hay, Client Services Coordinator Brody came to Dogs for the Deaf younger than most dogs we rescue, just 5 months old. Like many of our dogs, we’re not really sure what combination of breeds he is . . . possibly a Doberman/Heeler mix. What we are sure of is that he is 100 percent Good Dog. He completed his training to become a Hearing Dog, and he was placed in Washington. Since then, through a series of unfortunate circumstances and unforseen changes that were not Brody’s fault, he has come back to DFD three times. Brody’s last placemement was with a disabled veteren who, although he Brody and Brody were great friends, is now no longer able to care for him, so Brody is back at DFD again. Brody’s run of bad luck needs to change. It is a mystery to us why he has been here now for over a year waiting for a home. He’s an awesome boy; we’ve learned a great deal about his needs and what type of home would be best for him. We continue to search for that ideal home - a stable, loving and calm environment. In the meantime, Brody waits. We’re sure that ideal home for him is out there; it’s just a matter of the right person(s) being made aware of him. Until that happens his home is here, with us. “On Deck” - Meet 2 of our Dogs in Training DFD All-Stars DFD All-Stars Rio Jigsaw Height: 12.5 inches Height: 13 inches Weight: 15.8 lbs. Weight: 14 lbs. Age: 2 years Age: 1 1/2 years Recruited from: Breed: Scottie/Terrier mix Tehama Cty. Animal Recruited from: Control, Red Bluff, CCSPCA, Fresno, California California

Position: Hearing Dog Trainee Position: Hearing Dog Trainee Talents: Ability to jump onto counters Origin of Name: Puzzle patterns on coat from sitting position, strong singing voice Talents: Runs from playground to kennel Enjoys: Tummy rubs, letting herself for mealtime in 3.2 seconds, sleeping out of her kennel, sleeping on her back, with eyes open keeping in shape, and earthworms Enjoys: Freestyle jumping Favorite part of training: Getting treats Favorite part of training: Getting favorite for jumping up onto people! walrus squeaky toy after a job well done Quote: “RooooRooooooRooooRooo” Nickname: Jumping Jigs Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 23 Notes from Robin

First of all, I want to thank the Board of Directors for as long as the team is together. This involves and Staff for the very nice anniversary wishes on the regular communication with the client to find out how cover page. I was so surprised and humbled when they and the dog are doing together and if they need Marvin, our Board Chair, submitted the letter and any help with any problems. It involves providing asked that we put it in the newsletter. advice on care of the dog, maintaining training, It doesn’t seem possible that it has been 30 helping them adjust to any changes in their lives, years since I started at DFD, and it is amazing concerns about the dog’s health, and guidance on to think back on all the changes, challenges, and public access problems. We also do in-home follow accomplishments that have happened at DFD during up visits to see first-hand how the teams are doing that time. This has definitely been a team effort and together. huge amounts of credit go to staff, donors, board In the later years of each relationship, we are also members, volunteers, and, of course, the dogs and there to help, either with the retirement of the old recipients. I have been blessed to have met so dog and placing a new dog in the home or with the many wonderful people all across the country, and passing of the old dog and placing a new dog in the even some in other countries, and I have learned home. so much. The changes we see in the lives of both This life-time commitment accomplishes three very the dogs and the people on a daily basis truly make important things: everything worthwhile. Thank you to all of you who are a part of DFD, it really is an extended family. • We make sure every dog is being well cared As we all continue to accomplish our mission of for, loved, and used properly. rescuing dogs and helping people, I look forward to • We make sure every person is benefitting from many more years of helping DFD be the best we the presence of their specially trained dog. can possibly be. • We make sure donor dollars are being used Secondly, you have undoubtedly noticed several wisely and not being wasted by someone not references in this issue of the Canine Listener to maintaining the dog’s training and not using our life-time commitment to the dogs and people the dog for its intended purpose. we serve. This is a part of our program that people This life-time commitment is one of the things that are often unaware of, but it is absolutely necessary separates DFD from many other Assistance Dog to the success of each and every placement. Our programs and puts us at the “head of the pack.” It life-time commitment means that once we adopt a is part of our commitment to the highest possible dog from the shelter, we will make sure that dog quality of training, care, and “customer service.” has a loving home for the rest of its life. We also want to make sure the person and dog are receiving Thank you again for the good wishes and thank maximum benefit from each other. you for being part of Dogs for the Deaf. You are all an essential part of enabling us to accomplish our In addition, it means that once we place a dog with mission. a client, we will provide help, advice, and assistance

President/CEO Page 24 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 Memorial Tributes in Memory of . . . Donations have been received in memory of the following people who lived lives of love, compassion, and concern for both people and animals: If your donation was received: Memorial will appear in the: Which is mailed in: January 1 to March 31 Spring issue May April 1 to June 30 Summer issue August July 1 to September 30 Fall issue November October 1 to December 31 Winter issue February

Connie Deceased members of Los Jim McDonald Beverly Rosen Gitanos Good Sam Club Viola Don McKee Mickey Schemer C.W. Gosting George Annis Donald W. McKee Sneh Shah’s mom Helen Greenwalt Lenore Antoniou Charles V. Morgan Dave Sheldon Laura Grellner Regan Bailey Virginia Nagel Larry Smith Irene Harris Robert ‘Bob’ Bender Gene Nellis Larry L. Smith Don Hays Julia Berry Lois Nipper Walter Smith William ‘Bill’ Heeter Dorothy Brandon & Winston Janice Noyes Jane Smith Benny Hill Verona H. Branscome Eugene O’Brien, Sr. The Smith’s brother Ann Hoffman Valerie’s brother Meadowlark Sams members Lorene Spurlock Jack Hoke who passed away in 2010 Mary Chappell Ruby Swan Jack Hoke (AB6SH) Roger J. Perron, Sr. John Joseph Cioffi Evelyn Sweet Don Honea Michele Pierce Bill Clair & Molly Mrs. Lois Theriot Kaye & George Hossack Carl Pohlmann Carmelita Coats Geraldine Becker Thode Wayne Hougham Jak Posick Marshall Coile James Thomas Doug Kidd Calvin Powell Carol Crabill’s mom Lucille Thomas Howard Lamb Bill Riverman James Warren Creger Lu Thomas Daisy Lampie Duane Robinson & Bingo Walter Crick Jeff Tiland Annette Long Carmelo Rocca Judy L. Daily Harold Tilley Lorna Lortie Giuseppina Smilovich Rocca Wilma F. Diehl Nancy Turner Bjorn Loulie Renato Tito Rocca Bill Donati Phyllis Turner Ruth Lowell Gianfranco Rocca Bill Ely Betty Vandewark Beverly ‘Lee’ Lutz Salvatore Smilovich Nelda M. Emert Dr. Joseph Vazquez Beverly J. ‘Lee’ Lutz Lucia Zullia Ronald Engelbrecht Beeman Wade Lee Lutz Claudio Zullia David Evans Esther Louise Warwick James Mahoney Fabrizio Zullia Jean Everett Delbert Wegner Reilly Majliceo Baron Sirotti Peter J. Fludgate, Sr. Henry Harold Wertz Jacob Gerald Mason Trina Sirotti Doyle Fowler Hank Wertz Albert Masse Willa Sirotti Hailey Fraser Harold Wertz John McClendon Hilton V. Rogers Lillian Geer Shirley Williams’ son

~ Bequests January 1st through March 31, 2011 ~ Norma I. Cook Estate Virginia S. Machen Estate The Lucille H. Edgerton Trust Hazel Roy Trust Elise Marie Lau Estate The Marvin G. and Florence W. Vergon Trust Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 25 Memorial Tributes in Memory of Pets We would also like to pay tribute to those beloved, departed pets who have been remembered by their owners and families. Anny Cricket & Joey Max Willa Sirotti Ashley Daisy Mica Shadow Bailey Damion Missie Sheda, Frieda, Thor & Coco Bailey, Brahm, Nora, Rhoda, EB ‘Scampi Bee’ Molly Simba Minnie & Shelby Ellen’s Fred Monty Simon Barney Elsie Oola ll, Oola lll, Pepper & Skye Benson & CoCo Weile Fonze Sailor Stella Bo Gizmo Patty Suet-Suet Bodo, Pollien, Monica Gorda Peanut Sugar Beaulieu, Sassy Reynard, Halley Penny Taco Toni VanTassell, Little Red Hans Pepper Taylor ‘Tay’ Redfox Secor, Buster McGivern, Hootch Pinky Taz Rocky Machorro, Aggie Huggy Priscilla Toby Cleary, Chloe Cavallo, Ikey & Copper Rebecca Tommy Nelson Dunbar, Sassi Jasiel, Lightning Regis Tori Molly Wilins & Nemo Parow Lucky Rex Cote-Burns Tucker Casey Lucy Sadie Vicky Chardonnay Maverick Baron Sirotti Walter Cher ‘Mavie’ Maverick Trina Sirotti Wiz We Appreciate You! During these difficult economic times, we are more grateful than ever for your commitment to helping us rescue, train, and place these special dogs with the people who need them and benefit so greatly from them. With your continued support, we promise we will continue this special work. We are a team, and together we will come through this challenging time stronger and better than ever.

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City, State, Zip:______Send to: Dogs for the Deaf Honoring: m Christmas m Anniversary m Get Well m Birthday 10175 Wheeler Rd. m Memorial m Other______Central Point, OR 97502 Page 26 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 Purina Pro Plan Since the early 1980’s, Pro Plan has been donating dog food for our dogs in training. Thanks to the gen- erosity of the wonderful people at Pro Plan, DFD never has to buy Pro Plan dog food. This saves a great deal of money on food costs for our special dogs, and it helps us to continue our mission of rescuing dogs and helping people. When a dog comes to DFD from a shelter, we don’t know what kind of diet the dog was on previously. Because of Pro Plan’s many nutritious varieties of dog food, we see many improvements in our dogs after they have been eating Pro Plan dog food. We see an improvement in their coats, appetite, energy, weight, and overall health. Pro Plan also has a weight control formula for dogs that are overweight. Thank you, Pro Plan! DID YOU KNOW. . . Thank You, CFC Our dogs are chosen from animal We want to extend a very sincere thank you to all shelters, where they might otherwise be Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) donors who have euthanized if no homes are found for supported DFD in the past year. The CFC is an an- nual fundraising drive held by federal employees and them. By using shelter dogs, we are able military personnel each year to help charities. These to help alleviate some of the unwanted government employees decide which charity/charities dog population by rescuing these dogs. they want their donations to go to, and then the dona- tions are done through payroll deduction. For the year DFD places our dogs in loving homes 2010, CFC donations totalled over $106,000.00. where they provide valuable and even life CFC members have generously supported the work saving benefits. DFD guarantees follow up of DFD, and we greatly appreciate their willingness support for as long as the person to help. We are listed in the “Animal Charities of and the dog are together. America” section, #10969.

DFD Legal/Financial Information Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. makes every effort to maintain required charity registrations at state and federal levels. Our philosophy at Dogs for the Deaf has always been to be extremely diligent in following state and federal rules and regulations. In order to continue this due diligence, we are enclosing the information below because various states are now requiring that we include it in all informational correspondence we send out. FL - A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Florida Division of Consumer Services by calling 1-800-435-7352 toll-free within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. MD - A copy of the current financial statement of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. is available by writing 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, Oregon 97502 or calling 1-800-990-3647. Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD, 21401, 410-974-5534. MS - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement by the Secretary of State. NC - Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State. NJ - Information filed with the Attorney General concerning this charitable solicitation and the percentage of contributions received by the charity during the last reporting period that were dedicated to the charitable purpose may be obtained from the Attorney General of New Jersey by calling 973-504-6215 and is available on the internet at http://www.state.nj.us/ lps/ca/charfrm.htm Registration with the Attorney General does not imply endorsement. NY - A copy of our latest annual report may be obtained, upon request, from Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. or from the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, Attn: FOIL Officer, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. PA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

VA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Virginia State Office of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs at PO Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218 upon request. Registration does not imply endorsement.

WA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Washington Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-800-332-GIVE. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement by the Secretary of State.

WV - West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, West Virginia, 25305. Registration does not imply endorsement. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 27

WORKOUT HEARING DOG UNIVERSITY SWEATSHIRT & T-SHIRT ZIP-UP HOODIE Red & blue logo design on a cozy Snuggle up this heather gray Hanes Comfort Blend winter in this warm sweatshirt and Hanes Beefy-T shirt. zip-up hoodie, grey, #CL WRKOUTSS Sweatshirt - Available in sizes with pockets and a L & XL ...... 20.00 smaller sized logo #CL WRKOUTT T-Shirt - Available in sizes on the left chest. S - XXXL ...... 15.00 REDUCED...... 12.00

Close up of our logo #1706 Birch Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt I’M ALL EARS Available in sizes L & XL ...... 33.00 T-SHIRT Fun for kids... or adults! Fun Packs contain col- A darling wagging-tailed oring book, plush toy, dog on the left chest and color-it-yourself t-shirt a “job description” for Hearing in two different designs, Dogs on the back. This shirt will and fabric crayons. Create get people’s attention coming or your own work of art! We going. strongly recommend T-Shirt Back: adult supervision dur- HEARING DOG: 2 Ears • 4 Legs • Wagging Tail • Most often mixed breed rescued from shelter • Highly trained professional • Provides sound ing the use of the Pentel awareness • Unconditional love, and companionship Fabricfun Pastel Dye Sticks. LONG SLEEVED: Kids’ sizes S - XL: #PK KIDFNPK1...... 14.00 #CL EARLT MAR Maroon Available in sizes L, XL, XXXL ...... 16.00 #CL EARLT NVY Navy Blue Available in size XL...... 16.00 SHORT SLEEVED: #CL EARST NVY Navy Makes Available in size XXL...... 12.00 #CL EARST MAR Maroon a great Available in size XXL...... 12.00 gift! ATTENTION ALL CHEFS! Kids’ sizes S, L & XL: #PK KIDFNPK2 ...... 14.00 DFD’s official apron has pockets Caution: Some of the items in the Kids Fun Pack are across the bottom and is great to use not suitable for children under the age of three. for everything from BBQ’ing to crafts. This apron comes in Natural color and has our logo with the words “Everything Tastes Better with Dog Hair!” This will make a great gift for dog lovers and will make your BBQ dinner guests smile. #CL Apron 1SZ...... 15.00

New items are being added frequently. Check them out on our website and view detailed photos in color – www.dogsforthedeaf.org Page 28 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 EMBROIDERED DFD LOGO POLO SHIRT This Cotton Deluxe Polo shirt by Anvil is pre-shrunk and made of 100% cotton. It comes in navy or heather gray with the DFD logo embroidered on the left chest. The DFD logo is embroidered in FLEECE JACKETS taupe on the navy polo and in navy blue on the heather gray polo. Close up of embroidery Keeping you warm and dry without bulk, Turfer’s Kathdin Tek fleece jacket is a perfect solution for cold #CL POLO NVY Navy - Available in sizes L - XXL...... 23.00 and windy days. And, with our great looking dog bone #CL POLO GRY Heather Gray - Sizes S - XXL...... 23.00 logo, it’s also a perfect way to show your support for Dogs for the Deaf! KALEIDOSCOPE T-SHIRT • 100% polyester, anti-pill performance fleece • Drawstring hem with barrel locks and shock cord Seven colorful and happy dogs make • Front zip pockets this 100% cotton shirt fun to wear. Made from artwork created especially MENS - Navy Blue Fleece Jacket for us by local artist Jennifer Eufusia, #CL DGBONEFLCM: S - XXXL ...... 34.00 and based on seven of our dogs, this LADIES - Sky Blue Fleece Jacket Hanes Beefy T-shirt is an original and Femine cut runs a bit small, so DFD suggests ordering stylish way to show your support for DFD. one size larger than your usual Ladies size #CL DGBONEFLCW: M - XXL ...... 34.00 #CL KALEIDT Natural: Sizes S - XXL ...... 19.00

RAINBOW T-SHIRT SIGN LANGUAGE Wearing this fun and unique shirt T-SHIRT is a great way to show your sup- “Dogs for the Deaf” is illustrated port for DFD. The black, 100% in sign language across the top cotton Hanes Beefy t-shirt has of this great shirt.Then our DFD a colorful rainbow print design. logo comes to life and signs “I *color blending will vary with Love You” below. this rainbow effect #CL RNBWT BLK Adult T-shirt #CL SLANGT BLU Metro Blue: S, M, XL, XXL S - XXXL...... 18.00 #CL SLANGT PUR Purple: S - XXL ...... 10.00

Gmood Sa Members WILL WORK FOR We have a very special shirt for TOYS AND Good Sam Club members. This 100% TREATS T-SHIRT preshrunk cotton t-shirt comes in denim blue or red & includes both the Good Show your playful person- Sam logo & the DFD logo, along with ality with this fun, colorful the words, “TOGETHER WE MAKE t-shirt. Absolutely adorable! MIRACLES HAPPEN.” A really cute shirt & a great way to show your support. #CL WWFTT PLM Plum Available in size S ...... 19.00 #CL GSAMT BLU Denim Blue: S - XXL...... 14.00 #SL WWFTT STW Stonewash Plum (shown above) #CL GSAMT RED Red: S, XL & XXL...... 14.00 Available in sizes M - XXL...... 19.00 Please continue to support the special work and mission of Dogs for the Deaf. Shop our internet store and order on line... or use the order form in this newsletter. Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 29 CHARITY CHARMS® GIVINGBANDS® Wear unique jewelry that shows your support of Dogs for the Deaf’s mission of rescuing dogs and helping people. Two Charity Charms® GivingBands® - one a paw print, the other our whimsical DFD logo dog – come as a *set in a complimentary organza paw print jewelry bag. Each recycled, lead-free, pewter charm comes on an earth-friendly black sili- cone band that is stretchy enough to fit all size wrists. Charms could also be removed from the band and attached to a charm bracelet or to a necklace chain. CHARITY CHARMS® HELPS NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS PROMOTE THEIR CAUSE AND MISSION. THEIR PRODUCTS ARE EARTH-FRIENDLY, MADE IN AMERICA, AND ARE ASSEMBLED BY ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES. *Items in set cannot be sold separately. One size fits all. #PK GIVINGBNDSET...... 21.00 (for the set) FOR EVERY DOG AN ANGEL DOGGIE ANGEL PIN This wonderful hard-cover book is Beautiful pewter silver dog with written and illustrated by Christine gold wings and a halo. Davis. It is the perfect way to remem- #SU ANGELDOG ...... 5.00 ber that timeless connection to your special four-legged friend. #BK EVRYDGANGEL...... 10.00 I LOVE YOU PINS THE A hand forms the sign for “I Love SHELTER DOG You.” In the center of the palm is a little paw print with “Dogs for the Shelter Dog Jake finds out Deaf” surrounding it. Blue/white that things don’t always paw or white/blue paw, lettering. turn out the way you plan, #SU ILUVUPIN BLU sometimes they turn out Bl/wh paw...... 4.00 better! By Christine Davis, #SU ILUVUPIN WHI hard cover. Wh/bl paw...... 4.00 #BK SHELTERDG...... 12.00

MULTICOLORED Chew On Things - It Helps You Think: DOG PLUSH TOY Words of Wisdom from a Worried Canine Pastel colors of pink, blue, This humorous, inspirational book by yellow and white make this Iris Bell, MD PhD, is about coping with life, as “told” by a fretful, soft-coated patchwork beanie-type dog Wheaten Terrier dog, Casey B. Wor- with a DFD Hearing Dog vest rywart, Dogtor of Philosophy, to a human very cute! mom, his psychiatrist. #WU MULTICOLRDOG ...... 8.00 #BK CHEWONTHNG ...... 15.00 REDUCED...... 6.50 Summer Vacation SPECIAL! DOG BONE PLAYING CARD WATER BOTTLE TRAVEL SET Made of biodegradable BPA - and lead-free Full size playing cards come in a PETE plastic, this 28 oz. water bottle has handy travel set, complete with a a translucent blue, twist on EZ seal lid with notepad and pencil to keep score. The a pull open “Super Sipper” spout. With our handsome case is embossed with the great dog bone logo, this water bottle is a Dogs for the Deaf logo and is convenient great way to show your support for DFD! to take with you when you travel. #SU TRAVELGAME..... 9.00 #MC DGBONEWB WBLU . . . . . 5.00 REDUCED...... 7.00 Page 30 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011 DFD WINDOW CLING This 5" x 5" static window cling shows your support for DFD and can be used on your car and RV window, or on any home or office window. It can be moved eas- ily and re-used, unlike window stickers or bumper stickers. #SU WINDOWCLING ...... 1.00 DFD VIDEO & DVD We have a video available CORD UROY CAP telling the DFD story. DVD and VHS formats, with each format This cap has adjustable including a shorter, 16-minute version & longer 25-min- cloth strap with buckle & ute version. This is excellent for showing to your service grommet, a pre-curved visor, clubs, church groups, etc. Available for purchase or loan. and 6 sewn eyelets. Made of 100% cotton. Comes in two DVD #SU DFDDVD ����������������������������������� 12.00 colors: Navy with taupe em- VHS #SU DFDVHS ����������������������������������� 12.00 broidery & Khaki with navy embroidery. One size fits all DFD SPOONER MUG #CP CORDBBALL KHA Khaki w/navy embroidery...... 15.00 This cute mug makes a handy gift. They’ll never be S URE-GRIP POCKET KNIFE without a spoon for their bever- age! 12 oz. ce- ramic mug holds white ceramic spoon in the han- dle. Comes in 2 beautiful colors, both with the DFD logo. This handy knife makes a great stocking stuffer! Fold out gadgets in- #MC WSPOON LTBLU Ocean Blue...... 9.00 clude knife, cork screw, bottle opener, scissors, and screwdriver. #MC WSPOON DRKBLU Cobalt Blue...... 9.00

#SU POCKKNIFE Burgundy 3” x 7/8 “...... 6.00 TRAVEL TUMBLER DFD LICENSE PLATE FRAME Show the world your support of Dogs for the Deaf Our wonderful “Hearing Dogs with a license plate frame on your car. Make Miracles Happen” design is on a blue plastic tumbler. Tumbler is insulated and fits in For the following states: AK, AR, most car holders. CA, CN, FL, HI, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, Enjoy your hot or cold beverages MA, NB, NV, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OK, and be reminded that you are PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, Wash. making miracles happen. DC, WY. (In other states, the frame covers up the expiration dates.) #MC MIRAC BLU #SU LICPLTFRAME...... 10.00 Blue Miracle Tumbler...... 9.00 REDUCED...... 6.00 Spring 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 31 Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. provides trained dogs free of charge to people with hearing loss and a variety of physical, mental, and emotional challenges. As a gesture of my sup- port, I have enclosed my donation to rescue dogs and help people. My donation helps defray costs of this non-profit organization and helps make possible a trained dog for someone who needs its help. My donation is tax deductible according to current laws. Please send me information about obtaining a Hearing Dog Please send me information about obtaining an Autism Assistance Dog Please send me information about obtaining a Program Assistance Dog Please send me information about obtaining a Miracle Mutt (special dogs for special people) Please send me information about obtaining a Harmony’s Hound (dogs with special needs) Please send me information on leaving a bequest to Dogs for the Deaf Mr./Mrs./Ms. Name______Donor ID#______Address______*Daytime Ph: ( ) ______City______State____Zip______E-mail Address:______Donation Amount______Sales Amount from below______Ship to Name & Address (if different) ______City______State____Zip______

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Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. Net proceeds from all sales are used for rescuing dogs and helping people. MAIL TO: Dogs for the Deaf, Inc., 10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR 97502-9360 Page 32 • Canine Listener • Spring 2011

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