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The White Dog Blog
The White Dog Blog is an educational resource about blind and/or deaf dogs.
The original blog can still be found at White Dog Blog (your-inner-dog.blogspot.com) although the main posts will be moved gradually to this site.
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Are Blind and Deaf Dogs ‘Less’? Here’s Why That Couldn’t Be Further from the Truth
Different – Not Less: Embracing the Beauty of Our Differences Words are powerful. They can heal, educate, and inspire, but they can also...
Deb Bauer
Mar 293 min read
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Setting Your Blind or Blind/Deaf Puppy Up for Success: The Importance of Early Socialization and Training
Visually impaired puppies require special adaptations to ensure they feel safe while developing resilience and essential life skills.
Deb Bauer
Feb 63 min read
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But How Do I Tell My Deaf Dog No?
One question I hear often from people who live with a deaf or blind/deaf dog, is "But, how do I tell him no when he can't hear me?"
Deb Bauer
Sep 23, 20246 min read
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Why is My Dog Barking at Me?
Does your dog ever bark at you? I mean, over and over again barking? Some dogs bark at us while we are trying to do other things and...
Deb Bauer
Jul 25, 20245 min read
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Preparing Your Dog for Vet Visits
Doing all of these things at home and practicing them on a regular basis allow me to better support my dogs during vet visits.
Deb Bauer
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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Dog Training - When You've Tried Everything
Dog Training - When You’ve Tried Everything … Caring for our dogs is a beautiful journey that can come with its own unique set of...
Deb Bauer
Jan 4, 20244 min read
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Waking Deaf Dogs Gently Without Startling
Ways to wake your deaf dog up gently, without startling.
Deb Bauer
Sep 28, 20233 min read
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Speaking Out Loud to Deaf Dogs - Beyond Sign Language
Speaking out loud to deaf dogs can enhance our communication in surprising ways.
Deb Bauer
Sep 26, 20233 min read
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Enrichment for Dogs with Sensory Differences
Choosing enrichment for dogs with sensory differences (visually and/or hearing impaired).
Deb Bauer
Sep 14, 20234 min read
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The Power of Social Learning in Dogs
Exploring how even blind/deaf puppies can use social learning from other dogs.
Deb Bauer
Sep 10, 20233 min read
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Can I Use a Vibration Collar as a Clicker for My Deaf Dog?
I received some mixed reactions to my post about shock and vibration collars, which I expected since it can be a topic that people feel...
Deb Bauer
Jun 10, 20234 min read
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Does My Deaf Dog need a Vibration Collar?
A common piece of advice to someone with a deaf dog is to get a vibration or shock collar. This makes me sad. Deaf dogs are so smart...
Deb Bauer
Jun 7, 20232 min read
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Keeping Blind Dogs Safe at Night
A simple summer staple of the pool noodle can be helpful when teaching your blind dog to be mindful of the edges of your bed. Many of...
Deb Bauer
Apr 29, 20233 min read
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Blind Dogs & Christmas Tree Tips
Are you finding it challenging this year to help your blind dog coexist with your Christmas tree? Living with many blind dogs has taught...
Deb Bauer
Feb 11, 20232 min read
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Teaching eye drops
Many dogs with visual impairments will at some point in their lives require daily eye drops or medications. Treasure gets eye drops daily...
Deb Bauer
Oct 9, 20222 min read
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Can My Deaf Dog be Off Leash?
I’m often asked if deaf dogs can enjoy off leash playtime and freedom. Two key ingredients for any dog to be given off leash freedom are...
Deb Bauer
Oct 6, 20224 min read
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Are All White Dogs Born Deaf?
Today kicks off Deaf Dog Awareness Week! Of course, this week is very near and dear to my heart, as I’ve worked with and lived with deaf...
Deb Bauer
Sep 19, 20222 min read
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Housetraining a Blind (& Deaf) Dog - Top 5 Things to Know
Here are the Top Five things you need to know to successfully housetrain your blind (or blind/deaf) dog. 1. Schedule Create a schedule...
Deb Bauer
Dec 22, 20216 min read
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