Canine Listener - Dogs For Better Livessmall, red with a black mask, three year old Pekingese named Ginny. Ginny had a very rough start to life. We found her at the N.E.W. Animal Protection

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Robin Dickson, Pres./CEO Fed. Tax ID #93-0681311 Winter 2011 • NO. 115

Rescuing Dogs to Help the Deaf Since 197710175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502 • (541) 826-9220 Voice/TDD

www.dogsforthedeaf.org • email: [email protected]

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Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.

Katie I. from New Jersey is a very special 10-year-old young lady. Every year for her “kid” birthday party, she asks for donations for a charity instead of birthday gifts. She has do-nated food and supplies to her local humane society and a local wildlife rescue organiza-tion. Last year she chose DFD for her charity! Her family was thrilled when she asked for dog toys and treats on her party in-

vitations. After the party, they boxed up the goodies and mailed them to us for the dogs in training. We excitedly opened the box of toys and treats, and the dogs were thrilled with them!

It is especially heartwarming to see someone this young who is so generous and anxious to help. Katie is obviously a dog lover, and we are very grateful for her special help. Her dona-tions help the dogs succeed in training and go on to fulfill their mission in life.

Special Girl - Special Birthday Party

Thank you McLoughlin Bulldogs!

Thank you to the McLoughlin Bulldogs, Team 81, from McLoughlin Middle School in Medford, Oregon. They sent us a box of toys and treats for our dogs, along with a holiday card that included some of the following special notes from the kids:

“Thank you for what you do. It really means a lot.” ~ Brittney P.“Hope you guys like the toys we got. Happy holidays.” ~ Zarissa M.

“Thank you dogs for helping deaf people, without you it would be hard for them.” ~ Gage

Our dogs in training asked us to pass along a message to the stu-dents and their teacher, Ms. Arnold: “Arff, arff, woo-oooo!” Trans-lated, that means “Thank you so much for the box of toys and treats! We love them. You are PAWESOME!”

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A special thank you to DFD Board of Directors Chair Marvin Rhodes for generously donating the color pages in this issue! We appreciate you!

Loops

Mea and Bob M. have been married for 53 years. Every day Mea faces muscle pain, fatigue, and trouble sleeping because of fibromyalgia and osteoporosis. To lessen these symptoms and maintain bone mass, she is supposed to stay active, walk, and exercise. When their 15 year old dog died last year, they not only missed that companionship, but it was also more difficult for Mea to stay motivated to remain active. They de-cided they needed another dog to help. The perfect dog for them was a small, red with a black mask, three year old Pekingese named Ginny. Ginny had a very rough start to life. We found her at the N.E.W. Animal Protection League, a rescue group in eastern Washington. They had rescued her from a hoarding/puppy mill situation, but, in spite of her

rough start in life, she was very friendly and had a sweet disposition. Initially we thought she might be a candidate for becoming a Hearing Dog, but she did not have the energy

level for that. Ginny was, however, perfect for our Miracle Mutt program. She wanted to please and learned her les-sons well. She also loved going on walks and getting lots of cuddle time. When training was complete, Ginny was matched with Mea and Bob. With Ginny to care for, Mea would need to get out of her chair and be more active - just what the doctor ordered. The trainer and Ginny arrived at Mea and Bob’s home, and Ginny acted like she had known them forever. After checking everything out, she curled up on the bed they bought for her until it was time to show off her skills for her new fam-ily. Ginny loves her new home and is receiving lots of love and good care. She is also greatly helping both Mea and Bob by getting them “up and out” more, exercising and walking in order to stay healthier and happier.

Ginny...Just What the Doctor Ordered!

Ginny

Placement Highlights

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

Jodi A. had her first Hearing Dog, Chewie, for 10 years until he passed away. Jodi has been deaf since birth and teaches Ameri-can Sign Language at a local college. During the time that Jodi and Chewie were together, they gave many presentations and educated countless numbers of people about Dogs for the Deaf. They also put on many fund raisers and donated the money to DFD to help others receive specially trained dogs. Jodi was anxious for another dog and thrilled when we contacted her with the news that we had the right dog ready for her. Loops, a darling red and white, male Cocker/Poodle mix, came from the Fresno, California, SPCA. He had been a stray roaming the streets and, when our trainers saw him at the shelter, his coat was matted and overgrown, and h e had kennel cough. He was in terrible shape, but he still had a zest for life that made him a likely candidate for one of our programs. After getting him healthy and into top physical condition, he was ready to start training, and he loved it. He was happy and excited receiving his toys and treats when he did what his trainer wanted. He learned to respond to all of the normal household sounds, and he learned his obedience skills well. With training completed, Loops and his trainer headed off to his new home. Jodi and her boyfriend Jim fell in love with Loops immediately. Loops met the family cat and checked out the house and backyard. They began practicing sounds, and Loops quickly alerted Jodi to the various sounds in the house. By the end of the placement, this new team had made incredible improvements and they were work-ing well together. Jodi calls Loops “the navigator” because of the way he is always alert and aware of his environment.

Loops - “The Navigator”


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Good Sam ChaptersBenevolent Patriotic Order of DOESRoyal Neighbors of AmericaDistrict 36-E Lions & Lioness (Oregon)California Federation of Women’s ClubsOregon Good Sams Southern California Good Sams

Sams Radio HamsOregon State GrangeSammamish SamsGet Along SamsWashington Good SamsNorthern California Good SamsNevada Good SamsOregon Lions & LionessLions Clubs / Lioness Clubs

GrangesKiwanis ClubsSertoma ClubsRotary ClubsQuota ClubsEastern Star, Shrine, & other Masonic Groups

Many other generous clubs & individuals

Thank You

. . . to all of our major sponsorsfor enriching the lives of our recipients and enabling them to live more independently:

Thank you Foster Friends . . .

We thank these volunteers for helping to nurture and raise the dogs highlighted in this newsletter.

Denny Wise • Margene & Joe Coates • Wendy GrunerPatina Coote • Sue Etling • Natalie Abbott • Kim & Auna Spencer

Jennifer Wood • Lynn Lehman • Gena & Craig Strom Mary Pfisters • Barbara Regier • David & Janet Hall

Poppy

Riley

Charmaine W. is 79 and lives alone. Health problems limit her mobility, and she uses a scooter part of the time. Charmaine is a “doer” and accustomed to a busy lifestyle; howev-er, moving from Los Angeles, combined with the health issues, caused a lot of challenges for her. Charmaine needed a companion to make her life less lonely and more active. She wanted a mature dog with some special training to help her. We found Poppy, an eight year old, fluffy brown and black Spaniel cross at Heart Horse Foster in Ashland, Oregon. At her age, Poppy was virtually unadoptable in a shelter, but we knew she was the right dog for Charmaine. After medical checks, evaluations, and training, Poppy and her trainer arrived at Charmaine’s home. After introductions and getting acquainted, the trainer start-ed showing Charmaine how to work with Poppy. The two quickly became inseparable. Poppy enjoyed walking calmly beside Charmaine’s scooter. Now life is immensely better for both Charmaine and Poppy - they are helping each other and providing lots of love and care for each other.

Poppy in Bloom

The Sweet Life of RileyRiley, a black and tan Spaniel/Min Pin cross, came to us as a puppy. One of our foster families in Washington raised him until he was old enough to start training. He developed into a sweet, loving, and very intelligent little dog who wanted noth-ing more than to please those around him. He learned obedience skills and how to respond to the door knock, oven buzzer, and someone calling his trainer’s name. He loved playing these “games” and receiving his rewards. With training complete, Riley was ready for placement and the best match for him was Janice E.Janice is 64 and has traumatic brain injury and hearing loss from being severly injured in an accident. Her previous dog, who helped her through a difficult recovery and a lot of therapy, died last year, and Janice was lost without him. She needed help with the effects of her brain injury and also her hearing loss. Riley was the right dog for Janice, and she was so excited when Riley and his trainer arrived at her house. They got to know each other and Riley investigated his new home. Then work began - showing Janice was Riley was trained to do. They practiced obedience, and Riley showed Janice how he could help her know when the oven time was going off, someone was at the door, or someone was calling her name. Janice was thrilled with everything and loved it when he snuggled into her arms and fell asleep. She said “He is perfect!”


Join our DFD E-mail Fan Club! In order to be able to better meet the needs of you, our DFD family, we’d like to offer each 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.

Damian, a beautiful Golden Retriever, was placed as a Hearing Dog with Allan Dreyer in Washington 16 years ago. During those years, Damian

served faithfully, alerting Allan to sounds and happenings all around him. Serving as Allan’s ears provided priceless ben-efits to both Allan and his wife Lisa. Lisa never had to worry about Allan when Damian was by his side.

In addition to being a Hearing Dog, Damian also had a sec-ond job.

An avid outdoorsman, Allan often hiked the trails in the Mount Rainier area, and, of course, Damian accompanied him. In 2003, a chance encounter with a Mount Rainier volunteer convinced Allan to ask about joining the volunteer program. Allan became a Mount Rainier National Park volunteer, and Damian became an official park volunteer right along with Al-

lan. In fact, Damian had his own volunteer agreement, signed with his paw print, documenting his important role on the staff. According to this agreement, Damian’s duties were, “to assist Mount Rainier National Park volunteer Allan Dreyer, as well as ‘spreading good will and good cheer’ among park visitors and employees; inspiring his coworkers with his dedication, enthusiasm, and positive demeanor; helping to bring positive attention to the volunteer program at Mount Rainier; and increasing the species diversity of our volunteer staff.”

Damian’s service was without question, and he admirably accomplished all of the things listed in his posi-tion description and more.

Above all, Damian loved the outdoors, and Al-lan consistently reported that Damian would perk up when they drove up the road into Mount Rainier National Park. Even when old age led to creaky joints, he would happily bound through the mountain snow like a puppy, accompany-ing Allan on snowshoe walks or, in the summer, along the trails as a meadow rover. He loved people and was infinitely patient with visitors who wanted to pet his long, soft, orange fur. Damian greeted people who entered the lodge to sign up

for hikes. Most all hikers also ended up taking a picture with Damian, and they learned about Dogs for the Deaf at the same time. What a good will ambassador!

Damian died October 28, 2010, at the age of 17. He will be remembered most by Allan and Lisa, and also by the countless numbers of people he met and greeted at Mount Rainier National Park.

REMEMBERING DAMIAN


A special thanks to the Carol & Kent Landsberg Foun-dation for funding part of a very special project for the dogs in training - a new exercise and training yard.After snoozing their nights away in the kennels, the dogs wake up full of energy and excitement in the morning. They need to be able to run and play be-fore starting their training for the day. In order to bring in more dogs and larger dogs for some of our new programs, we needed additional space for them to “let off steam” without being crowded and risking injury to dogs, staff, or volunteers.The new exercise yard has higher fencing for the larger dogs being trained, and the additional area provides in-creased safety, security, and comfort for the dogs. Dogs can now be spread out more, and we don’t have to have 80 pound dogs and 8 pound dogs playing in the same area.

This new area greatly helps improve the quality of time the dogs spend at DFD. The project included partial removal of an existing fence, excavating and prepa-ration of the site, fencing, ground cover, sandboxes, shade areas, sight barriers, and needed plumbing for watering and clean up.Dogs, staff, and volunteers are all thrilled with the new area.

More Room to Run

The 20th Annual DOG WALK is Coming Soon…

Come help us celebrate 20 years of Dog Walks on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Haw-thorne Park in Medford, Oregon.If you are interested in attending Dog Walk this year, we would love to see you. Come join hundreds of walkers and their furry canine friends, as we stroll the beautiful park on the Bear Creek Greenway. This year’s event and costume contest theme is the Roaring 20’s. So be creative with your costumes or just come and watch the festivities after you walk and have lunch.As always, there will be lots of fun contests and activities, great raffle prizes, silent auc-tion, Hearing and Autism Dog demonstrations, special commemorative t-shirts, food, photo booth, The KidsZone, agility demonstrations and coaching, vendors and lots more! Registration starts at 8:30am and the Walk at 10am.

This year The American Humane Society’s Red Star/AES Big Truck is scheduled to be at Dog Walk for touring.This is an amazing 82ft. rig that tours the country, when not deployed for an emergency/disaster, so communities can learn how animals are helped during disasters.Each year we have supporters attend from all over California, Oregon and Washington - even as far as Florida. Some people plan their vaca-tions to the beautiful Rogue Valley at that time of year so they can attend Dog Walk.

If visiting from out of the area, don’t forget to save time to take a tour of the facility and visit our new Visitor Center and Gift Shop. During the tour you will get to see a demonstration and meet some of our friendly staff and special canines.Even if you can’t attend, call us or check our website to see how you can help us make this year’s event the most successful Dog Walk yet. Don’t forget to Twitter your friends or put Dog Walk on your Facebook page.

It’s The Roaring 20’s


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Enclosed is a check from the Ashland Lions Club. This donation is made in recog-nition and support of the contributions DFD makes in the quality of the lives of its clients, the clients’ families, and the dogs it saves. It is a pleasure to support an organiza-tion that brings independence and happiness to so many.Mark H., Treasurer, Oregon

Enclosed is a donation from the Oregon State Grange to match an earlier donation made by the Granges from Lane County. We are honored to help support DFD and the wonderful things you do.Janet O., Oregon

The Executive Council of the Grand Lodge Benevolent, Patriotic Order of Does of the USA has authorized me to send another donation to help train the dogs you rescue.Doris H., Grand Lodge, BPO DOESNebraska

Dear Robin,Since the National Grange Convention a year ago in Michigan, we have been sharing Dogs for the Deaf items and information with Granges, relatives, and friends. Enclosed are some pictures we took of you and Bonsai.June and Wib J., Ohio

The Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville, Oregon, toured the DFD facility and saw one of the dogs in train-ing in October. They then made a generous donation from their

project account.

Enclosed is the Good Sam Chapter 52 check from our

raffle at our fall Samboree.Greta P., TreasurerMichigan

Every little bit must help. Please accept the enclosed check from the Good Sam Club, Azalea Coast Chapter’s donation to DFD.

Stephen L., TreasurerSouth Carolina

The Square Sam’ers Chapter of Good Sam is pleased to make another donation to DFD from

our dog bank collection. We are glad to support your very worthwhile organization.Betty P., Treasurer, California

I am pleased to enclose our check from the Maryland Good Sam Club #2893. This represents the proceeds from our annual Brown Bag Auction held dur-ing our Fall Samboree. MD Good Sam is pleased to continue its support of your great organization.Marie S., Maryland

Lodge Harrison/Jan Hus #378 of the CSA Fraternal Life wishes to donate to Dogs for the Deaf for the year

2010. As the oldest fraternal organization in the United States, we believe in supporting organizations

that support the community.Gloria V., Secretary, Illinois

You have been selected by our camping club to receive a donation from us. We work throughout the year to earn monies. We selected you because of your work across this country. We, as a club, think the service you provide is a blessing to all who receive it. Thank you for being there to train the dogs and then match them to people. We know that the person who receives a dog is truly appreciative and we support and thank you.Bill K., President, Dogwood Sams #142, Florida


Tour Dogs for the DeafWe 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.

Write or call for directions and to make a reservation for a tour. Come on out to see us. We’ll be looking forward to meeting you!

From the Biddle Road/Table Rock Road intersection it is approximately nine miles to Wheeler Rd. (You will cross the Rogue

River before coming to Wheeler.) Watch for mile marker 10 — this is where you turn left onto Wheeler.

Enclosed are three checks from Royal Neighbors of America Chapter #10748 in memory of one of our long-time mem-bers, Edna Richards. Edna passed away at almost 91 years of age. She had visited your wonderful facility several years ago and was very impressed.

Carla H., Oregon

Happy Holidays from Royal Neighbors of America. Please accept the enclosed check from members of Royal Neighbors for your excellent work.Sarah R., Fraternal Development Specialist, Illinois

Enclosed are two checks from the Ada Rambling Sams in Oklahoma. The chapter turned in their charter

and has donated the proceeds from their checking account to DFD.Mary R., State Treasurer, Oklahoma Good Sam

Our Round-Tuit Club collects money for DFD through our “Pot of Gold” efforts. We are very dedicated to your very worthwhile service and pleased to be mailing you a check.

Dottie L., Georgia

We are the Michigan Good Sam organization. We hold two Samborees each year and have a jail and warrants are issued to members for crimes such as, “being a good cook,” or “being a nice guy.” The prisoners then have to seek out folks willing to post their bail. It’s all in good humor. At each Samboree, a chapter is chosen to receive the pro-ceeds to go to a charity of their choice. At our last Samboree, Chapter 52, The Members-at-Large, chose DFD to receive the funds. You have been a long-standing organization and many of our chapters have made donations over the past thirty years. We hope this helps in caring for or training a dog.Christine F., Treasurer, Michigan

It is with great pleasure that we, the NORWEGA Sams, can again make a donation to DFD. This check is in mem-ory of two of our members, Buddy Blankenship and Ed Brooker. DFD is a special organization, and we are all proud we can give to you.P. Sue S.Treasurer, Georgia

We are the Texas Red Hat Traveling Dolls - a chapter

of Good Sam. We have chosen to send you a check to assist with your work. Our heartfelt thanks for all you do.Diane M., Treasurer, Texas

The Illinois Good Sam RV Association supports the work of DFD. Donations at events we hold are earmarked for various charities and DFD is one of them. We hope and pray this will help in some small way. Thank you for all you do.Don H., Treasurer, Illinois

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“Ears to You” Letters from recipients of our special DFD dogs

I am enclosing a check for your fab-ulous organization in memory of my first Hearing Dog Chuckie and in honor of my second Ginger. Many, many thanks for all you do in bringing all of us closer to our four-legged friends and in mak-

ing the world a better place. God Bless you all.

Danielle R. and Ginger, North Carolina

Danielle & Ginger

Jude is so great. With her I don’t have to put my hearing aids on the minute I get up! Coworkers com-ment on how happy she always is. Her tail wags all the time. She impresses people everywhere we go, and her sound work is perfect. She loves to let me know when sounds happen. She is just a worker bee. We went to Los Angeles for Thanksgiv-ing. Jude was incredible on the planes. She slept under my feet the whole way and got so many compliments (even from one of the pilots)… but the best was the guy across the aisle on our last leg back to Seattle. He pulled me aside as we waited for the door to open and told me Jude was the most impressive dog he’d ever seen.

Bev Z. and Jude, Washington

Jude

Lance is still the sweetest dog, so patient, loving, and protective. I adore him and am so grateful for the help he gives me. He learns new things all the time. Please use the enclosed as you choose.

Clare N. and Lance, California

When I came to DFD, I was a scared, nervous, little white Chihuahua. I didn’t trust any-one and had been on my own way too long. You knew I needed a friend and came to my rescue. Thanks for the wonderful home and family who love me. Thanks for love and a purpose in life.

Buddy and Barbara B.,Oregon

We recently did a presentation for the New Milford Senior Center. Coda was a real icon for DFD and worked great. While I was talk-ing, I set the oven timer and turned Coda loose to wander around and visit with people in the audience. When the timer went off, he stopped visiting and ran right up to alert me and take me to the timer. He got a standing ovation.This is the time of year that Stella and I start baking Christmas cookies. We have a new oven and one day Coda frantically alerted me. When

we got to the oven, I opened the door to see the gas burner blazing like a blowtorch. Apparently we switched the oven from bake to broil. Coda saved the day! It is very comforting to know that he is always ready to help.

Kirk and Stella D., Connecticut

Hobbit is now nine years old and had a close call with death this spring. He is healthy now with the help of medications. Thank you for giving me a wonderful Hearing Dog, and we hope to have him for many more years!

Christen S. and Hobbit, Tennessee

Lance

Coda

Hobbit

Buddy


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You Can Help Secure the Future of DFD...Our Endowment Fund is a special and separate fund set up to ensure the financial stability of DFD for many generations to come. Money designated to the Endowment Fund is invested wisely, according to carefully developed guidelines. The prin-cipal remains invested in the Endowment Fund, and the inter-est earned is used for the general operating expenses of the organization.

Our Finance Committee has established the goal over the next few years for the Endowment Fund to grow to the level where the interest from the investments will cover the necessary ad-ministrative and fundraising costs for Dogs for the Deaf annually.

When this goal is reached, then all regular donations will be able to be used directly for the hands-on work with the dogs’ training, placement, and follow-up.

In order to achieve this goal, we need your support. In addition to your normal, generous donations to the work of DFD, we hope you will be able to send in a special donation to the En-dowment Fund. You will be enhancing the financial stability of DFD, and you will know that your donations will help people and dogs for many years to come. Please be sure to indicate that these special donations are for the Endowment Fund.

Alex and I are doing well. We have a new addition to our family - a grand-child. Alex has appointed himself as her chief guardian. He works the baby monitor flawlessly so I can babysit and help with her care. The baby actually stopped breathing two times and Alex alerted me immediately. My daughter and her husband were amazed. This time of year my thoughts always turn to how thankful I am to DFD. We have been together for many years, and I don’t know what I would have done without him. Your caring calls, helpful hints, and emails are all so helpful. You are always there for us. Alex is my second Hearing Dog, and he is much loved. I don’t know where life will take me, but I know Alex will be by my side, cheering me on, keeping me safe, and always ready for a game. He is always eager to work.Doris W. and Alex, North Carolina

I hope you can understand why I care so much about D.B.’s future security. I love him beyond what I am able to describe or express. We are together 24/7 always. This past year I have had several episodes of vertigo and loss of balance. Also, my hearing is on the decline. D.B. behaves perfectly in public. He has brought so much comfort, pleasure, and love into my life. Now I need his help even more and our bond gets stronger all the time. I am so thankful for D.B. He makes each day worthwhile for me. I’ll never understand how anyone could have left him in a shelter, but I am thankful you rescued him for me. THANK YOU!!!

Nan F. and D.B., Michigan

One night my husband Ed fell in the shower. He was calling for me, but I couldn’t hear him. Murphy jumped on the bed and alerted me and took me to Ed. I couldn’t get him up my-self, but my son was able to come over and help. Thanks to Murphy, Ed was OK.Sheri and Ed A. and Murphy, Minnesota

I can’t believe it’s been over four years since you found my forever family for me. I have to admit that at first I was really disappointed when I couldn’t be-come an Assistance Dog and went into the Career Change Dog program. Now I realize I wasn’t really cut out to work the rest of my life. I much prefer living in the lap of luxury, romping around five acres with my buddy Taz, chasing squirrels, lizards, and anything else that runs. Anyway, I wanted to make sure Santa Paws remembers my friends at DFD and I asked my people to make sure there was a little something extra in your stocking.

Merry Christmas, Monte (now Ozzie), Oregon

Murphy

D.B.

Doris & Alex

Taz, Scott, Karen & Ozzie


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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.

From all of us, especially the pooches in training, we want to say THANK YOU for all the wonderful toys and treats you sent for Christmas. Your response was tremendous. We humans always have fun opening the boxes and seeing the cute toys you find.These toys and treats are not only fun and tasty; they are a very important part of the dogs’ train-ing. We use the toys and treats as motivation and rewards to help the dogs learn the skills needed for their future careers. When the dog does what the trainer wants, the trainer rewards the dog with

playtime or a treat.Thank you to all of you Santas who so generously sent in these

toys and treats to help us with training.

Toys for Joy a Great Success

Meka loves her new toys!

National Service Dog Eye ExamsDuring the month of May, the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmol-ogists (ACVO) will launch its 4th annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event.This event offers free eye examinations through-out the month of May to qualified service/assistance dogs throughout the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. AVCO/Merial realizes that protecting the sight of these special dogs is imperative to their ability to continue serving their partners. More than 180 board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists will provide these free sight-saving eye exams to thousands of service/assistance dogs.To qualify, animals must be “active working animals” that are certified by a formal training program or organization.Registration for these eye examinations begins April 1, 2011. Registration must be completed via an online registration form at www.ACVOeyeexam.org.Several of our working teams participated in this event last year, and we encourage as many as possible to register and participate this year.Thank you to ACVO/Merial for this generous support.

ACVO/Merial

Jacksonville Veterinary HospitalJacksonville, Oregon


The Dogs for the Deaf Guardian Angels is a very special part of our DFD family who have included a bequest (minimum of $5,000) to DFD in their estate planning.

We most sincerely thank those individuals who have become DFD Guardian Angels. These people are committed to helping future generations by ensuring the long-term financial stability of DFD. They know that their forethought will help dogs and people for many years to come.

Below is a list of DFD Guardian Angels as of January 10, 2011. If you are interested in becoming a Guardian Angel or have questions regarding leaving a legacy gift to DFD, please contact us. If you have not yet informed DFD that you have made a provision in your estate plans or will, and you qualify as a Guardian Angel, please contact Pam Slater, Development Director at (541) 826-9220 ext 320.

James & Ellen AdajianMargo J. AdamsAnonymousJaneanne ArchiableDoug L. ArmstrongElinor AvenattiDon & Mineeta BennettKathleen A. BeresRon & Beverely BlessenJosephine BlumLouise BrattonVirginia Bridges-Pinneo*Karen L. BrockettMabel M. BrownBonnie BurkeArthur “Ed” CavanessPaul G. ChelewJudith ClairHoward & Pauline ClarkMargaret CorderCourtneyDee CramerJane W. CunninghamCharles & Nancy DeFranceJames & Doris DemersRobert & Christine DeSantisKathleen DolanElinore B. DoyleJean R. DunhamWayne & Susan DuPontMiller D. EinselPatti Embry-TautenhanL.B. Endicott *Donald L. Feinsilver, MDAnonymousLynn FellerWilliam H. GardnerElizabeth GignouxAdrienne M. GiuffreAnonymous *Martin L. Goodwin

Kathleen Gowell *Bonnie Hall *Henry & Carole HambelJohn R. & Judith HarrisEileen HarrisonConstance HarveyJim & Terry Henderson *Pam HerriottCarole Jean HigginsAnne HillsDanell HiltzAnonymous *Margaret Ann HoneggerAnonymous *Darrell Jenkins *Jori JordanOlive KempSandra KempCarol KilmonIrene Kitzman, MDRon KostichShirley J. LaneMarian Nielson LawrenceCarla Levinski *Donald & Nancy LewisRoy & Camille Lindsay *Jennifer Long *O.T. LupinskiBetty Jane LynchZelda MackBarbara A. Mark-PierceCharles E. Marshall MDShirley F. McKenzieMary Jo MeagherSue Ann MeyerLori MickenDona C. MiddaughRichard MinersBennett J. MintzRoberta MocabeeMarian Mogel

Marjorie MonroeGail MuldoonSmitty & Sandy MyersHilda O. NitchmanAnonymousDean O’ConnorRichard E. & Patricia OrmanFilippo PerrinoKen PetersJanet PlogElizabeth Price *Raymond L. RandallRoy RathBette ReigelmanJennifer RobertsonBud & Lois RodgerOliver Roney, Jr.AnonymousGeraldine SedlarAnonymousElizabeth Smiley-Gillis *Ely Joan SmithJanet E. SoderstromAnonymousAlan E. & Sharon L. StephensonKaren SullerJeffrey TautenhanAnonymousPaul & Darlene TooleRobert D. & Lori A. ToppFrances A. UrbanJohn & Elsie Van DykeShirley VanelliNicholas VerderamoZenetta Lee WattsMarilyn WilsonJames B. & JoAnn L. WorleyMichael & Frances Youngblood

*Indicates new listing since February 2010

DFD Guardian Angel Update


Fundraising Ideas

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.

Thanks to Joy Bennett and all the staff at The American College of Sports Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana. They collected dog toys and treats and sent them to us to help the dogs in training.

Philanthropie Wine in Medford, Oregon, donated 10% of their wine sales during 2010 to six animal charities, and DFD is pleased that we were one of the charities to receive help from Philanthropie Wine.

“I was a vendor at a local craft show where I sold greeting cards and wood Scottie dogs carved by my deceased dad. The sales from the dogs were designated for DFD, and I’m pleased to send you this donation. Please continue your important work.”

Karen S., Illinois

“We are happy to send $400 from Chamco Sams as DFD was picked as one of our charities this year. Ty Bo tore a ligament in his leg and had surgery. He is doing fine.”Chamco SamsPauline D., Illinois

“The Teacup Dogs Agility Association recently held its National Petit Prix Tournament in Auburn, Washington. During that event an equipment draw-ing was held and part of the proceeds was designated to be awarded to DFD. We hope you will find good use for the donation enclosed. As dog agility enthusiasts, we appreciate the work you do to find homes for the dogs in your care.”Michelle R. Teacup Dogs Agility Association, Ohio

“Please accept the enclosed donation from the members of Common Bond, a support group for widowed, divorced adults over age 50.

This is our annual charitable gift. One of our former members and her Hearing Dog came to our meeting last summer and told us of the wonderful work your organization does to help those who have hearing loss and other disabilities. We were amazed and pray that you will have continued success in all that you do to help people by providing and training these wonderful animals. All of the members of Common Bond wish you a happy holiday and all of God’s blessings.”Mary Anne W., Director, Common BondPennsylvania

“These toys were donated at our annual Christmas party. We bake cookies for charity, and I put out a request to bring a dog toy for your wonderful organization. Everyone was happy to participate in such a wonderful cause that helps both dogs and people. Keep up the great work!”Karen H., California

Dear Kimberly,I am pleased to report that the Sam’s Radio Hams Chapter of the Good Sam Club has obtained a new $250.00 donation for DFD from the Wal-Mart store in nearby San Clemente, California. While soliciting donations for our up-coming Christmas Charity Raffle to benefit DFD, I filled out a written request which the store manager forwarded to Wal-Mart headquarters. To-day I received a call to come in and pick up a check for $250.00. Later in the year, after our holiday DFD Raffle, our chapter will be making a final 2010 donation expected to be several thousand dollars.Ron M., Sam’s Radio Hams, California


“We are pleased to send you our donation for last quarter for the sales of the Blind Dog Wine in

memory of Duane Robinson and Bingo and in honor of Hearing Dog Toby. Sales are slowly picking up, and we hope for a good Holiday Season. Happy to hear the

wine we sent for your fundraiser did well. Let us know if you have any other needs for wine! Our best to everyone at DFD and all your wonder-ful dogs.”Pam and Steve LockEcluse Wines, California

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!

Sue Thomas, recipient of one of our Hearing Dogs and inspiration for the TV series “Sue Thomas FBEye,” generously donated $5.00 from each of the 47 DVD’s of her TV series that she sold through our newsletter.Thank you, Sue, for helping DFD in this special way and for educating people about Hearing Dogs through your TV series.

Dear Mrs. Dickson,Please find enclosed a donation in the amount of $500.00 from the Heartland Midwest Foundation. In researching your organization, we found your mission of rescuing and professionally training dogs to assist people and enhance their lives to be of particular interest to us. The Heartland Midwest Foundation has a mission of “Making a Positive Dif-ference” and feels your organization has the power to positively impact the lives of countless of indi-viduals. Please accept our donation for use within your General Fund. We wish you continued suc-cess with your organization.Joseph B., Trustee and Debra B., TrusteeKansas

Dear Dogs for the Deaf,

I want to start the year out by making a donation to honor each of my children and grandchildren in appreciation of God’s gift to me of them in my life. I wish I could make it more, but this is the maximum I can do now.

In each of my notes to them in the next few months, I’ll tell them of the donation. They already know of my love for the work you do and know of memorials I’ve sent for each of their special family members and even their dogs that have “passed” to doggie heaven.

Thanks for all you do. My bucket list has you up near the top to come and see you and tour the facility. Wish I lived near you to volunteer and help. I do volunteer here at our rescue shelter when I can (get my doggie kisses and fix that way).

Bless you all.

Patricia L., Florida


We had a wonderful tour of your facility several

years ago and have been regular contributors as

we greatly admire the work DFD does with rescue

dogs. Enclosed is our donation. We have had many

of our own “mutts” in our lives. I am interested in

your Ambassador program and would like to make

presentations to different groups.

Barbara B., New York

God bless you for all you do. Someday I hope to get to come to see you. I feel I know you well after all these years. I do not need you to send me any acknowledgements for my donations, unless you have to legally. I’m OK with the checks just clearing on my bank statement. So, save the let-ter and postage and put it to better use. Just receiving your newsletter is enough for me. I pass them on to others after I read them and hopefully they get as much from it as I do.Pat L., Florida(Editor’s note: We appreciate Pat’s trust and humility in not wanting ac-knowledgements for donations; however, from a legal standpoint, we are required to send acknowledgements at least annually.)

For several years we have been bringing our out of town guests out for a tour of DFD. They always enjoy it. The friends we brought out in October had never heard of DFD. When we went to church, they then were telling others about what they had learned on their tour. I am enclosing a do-nation in memory of Don Maggard. Bless you for the good work you do.Ray and Maxine M., Oregon

Thank you for all the work you so faithfully do to bring so much joy to others! God Bless you and Merry Christmas.Pat and Peg D., Oregon

Enclosed is a donation in my late husband’s memory.

It is my Christmas gift to him this year. I know he would

appreciate it as he always had a special place in his

heart for DFD, as do I. I hope it will help you continue

your wonderful service.Gaye R., British Columbia, Canada

I hope to be able to donate more in the future. Thank you so much for the “Canine Listener.” I so enjoy reading about all the people you help. It is just wonderful what you are able to do for people and dogs. Merry Christmas to all of you.Liz P., Nevada

We always pass your newsletter on

after reading it. My husband wears

hearing aids but, so far, doesn’t need

a dog - maybe someday, who knows!

Nancy D., Louisiana

I want to thank you for the newsletters - I love them. Soon I’m going to apply for a Hearing Dog. I would love a special dog to be my companion and alert me with different sounds and be by my side always.Lori S., California

Thank you for the nice visit and tour we had in October. Please accept this check to help.Theresa W., Arizona

We remember Katie fondly and appreciate the beauti-ful stone you placed in your Field of Memories. Thank you for your kindness.Karen and Keith A., Kansas

I recently saw Robin’s presentation at our Rascals Computer Club meeting. Prior to this presentation, I didn’t know your organization existed. I was thor-oughly impressed and have read your “Canine Listener” newsletter. What a wonderful, caring organization you are, both for the misplaced canines and the people who need their assis-tance. Enclosed is a donation.

Barbara S., Oregon

I live on fixed income, and this is all

I can afford right now. Wish it could

be more.

Blanche H., California

Had a little extra in the budget, so here’s a second contribution for the year.

Kathy S., Illinois


Your donation will enable us to continue making the miracles you read about in this newsletter.


• 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

You can donate...

I lost my precious dog this past summer and friends sent your organization a donation in her memory. I was so impressed with the work you do - and that you rescue dogs. I wish I lived close enough to volunteer to help. Since that is not possible, I’m sending a little money to help your cause.Lynn O., South Carolina

The best is that you save the dogs who then, of course, go on to serve the re-cipients and receive love, shelter, food, toys, etc.! You folks are wonderful.Pam O., Ohio

Enclosed is a check and some

goodies for the “pups” in memory

of our two cats who have been

sending Christmas gifts to the

trainees for many years. Keep up

your good work.

Fran R., Virginia

I have a deaf son, on his own now and living in Seattle. I know how isolating deafness can be, and your dogs serve as an entry into the world around them. I also volunteer at a res-cue organization, so the fact that you are tak-ing dogs from shelters makes me admire you even more. I wish that I could donate more.

Cecily S., California Please apply this donation to the Endowment Fund to help insure the future of DFD. Your mission of helping people and dogs in duress is a very noble cause and has great meaning to me.Robert F., Washington

Thanks for the good work you continue to do. Your newsletter brings me to tears; the stories of hope are wonderful. God Bless you all.Joyce P., California

Enclosed is a small donation

to help with the printing of your

newsletter. It is so interest-

ing and only wish I could help

more. Have a very blessed

Christmas.

JoAnn F., Colorado Please find enclosed a memorial donation for Wilbur

from the Optimistic Park - The Big O Group. Thank

you so much for your always prompt consideration

and acknowledgement letters. I appreciate your

quick turnaround notes, letters, and acknowledge-

ments. Thank you so much.Susi C., Arizona

It goes without saying that the work you do is absolutely won-derful. I am very thankful that your organization exists, not just for the humans you assist but for the dogs you give new life and purpose to. Please accept this donation in memory of Maia Stinchfield and send a note to Maia’s human family.Lynda P., California

Hello, I’m back again, thinking about all those little dogs and dear people who need them. Guess, “need one another” is the best way to put it. You do a terrific job, and I want it to continue. Check enclosed. Merry Christmas! Charlotte D., Ohio

While reading the winter newsletter, I came

upon the request for “Toys for Joy” and

knew I had to be part of it. My sister lives

near you and was the owner of one of your

Career Change Dogs. We have toured your

facility and are very impressed with the

work you do. I hope these toys will brighten

the holidays for your wonderful dogs.

Pat P., North Carolina


HERE IS WHAT YOURCONTRIBUTION WILL PROVIDE...

$100 Initial vaccinations $300 Rescuing a dog from a shelter $500 Evaluation and tests plus spaying/neutering $1000 Initial testing of the dog for alertness and aptitude for training $1,500 Taking a dog through the quarantine/ evaluation period in preparation for training $2,000 Follow-up visits of five teams $3,000 Costs for placement week, going to applicant’s home with the dog, training the applicant, and transferring the dog to the person $5,000 You or your group being named as the sponsor of a dog at the time of placement.

Dogs are placed FREE of charge with applicants nation-wide and in Canada. The total cost of operating DFD

comes from contributions from individuals, service clubs, businesses, foundations, memorials, and bequests. DFD

is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization approved by the IRS. Donations are tax deductible according to current laws.

NO TAX DOLLARS support this program.

DID YOU KNOW. . . DFD is now training

Program Assistance Dogs. These dogs go to work with and

assist professionals such as physicians, teachers, counselors, 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 client.

If you or someone you know works with people with disabilities or challenges and could benefit from the services of a Program Assistance Dog, contact us

for an application.

Planned Giving… Creating a LegacyIt 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 TrustTrust Life Insurance or IRA Outright cash amount Charitable Lead Trust

Charitable Remainder Securities/Stock Bargain Sale on propertyCharitable 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.


You Can Help Dogs for the Deaf! Creative Internet Fundraising Ideas

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.

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.

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!

Shop online to help our dogs and those who need them…

Comments from our DFD Facebook Fans“Live News Feed”

I just found your Facebook page. How wonderful! Just want to say I have supported DFD for at least a dozen years through the BPO Does. I belong to Drove #64, Lusk, Wyoming. I have chaired the Jewelry Raffle committee for the dozen years and all the proceeds have gone to DFD. In addition, this past September I personally cut 15 inches of my hair for two causes. I asked sponsors to donate $$ per inch of hair. At the time they signed the sponsor sheet they could not see how long my hair was. When the final accounting was tallied, the contributions came to over $800. Our Drove sent the money raised to DFD and my hair was sent to Pantene’s Beautiful Lengths to be used for wigs. I was surprised at the results, as I never dreamed when I came up with this project that I could earn so much to send to you. I am proud to have been able to promote such a great project. ~ Barb C., via Facebook

This is a wonderful organization, and they do magnificent work. What a wonderful thing for my deaf friends.~ Sandy M., via Facebook

What an awesome organization! I am impressed with your dedication and compassion for people who benefit from all the work you do in training your dogs! Plus the fact that you save so many dogs is pretty impressive, too. Anyone who works there or has had a part is establishing Dogs for the Deaf - definitely - you have added many bricks to your road in heaven. Waving hands to you! ~ Kim P., via Facebook

I wanted to say how much I enjoyed reading the latest Canine Listener; I especially liked the write up called “The Ripple Effect.” It gave me chills and it also shed a lot of light on a very important topic. I love how your newsletter covers so many different topics! Thank you for making such a wonderful newsletter for all to read. Every one of you are making such a difference in the lives of so many people with what you do! ~ Jennifer W., Hearing Dog Recipient, via Facebook.

What a great organization. Keep up the fantastic work and kudos for rescuing dogs for your training programs as there sure are plenty of shelter dogs out there who need help. Good luck with future training and helping people to find the service dog of their dreams. As a canine rescuer myself I’m always happy to see great work being done with shelter dogs. You are on my Christmas list for a donation. It won’t be much, but in this business I know that every penny counts! Have a great day ~ Sylvia W., via Facebook


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.

DFD Video AvailableDo 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?

DFD does not pay for any advertising, but we do have print and video public service ads that are run in various publications and on various

television stations around the country. We prepare these ads and send them out once a year, hop-ing that some of the magazines and TV stations will need to fill a spot or will be interested in our mission and want to help by running our ad.

If you see one of our ads, either on TV or in a magazine, we would appreciate it if you would let us know. Either clip the print ad and send it to us, making sure we know what publication it was in and the date, if possible, or let us know the city, channel, and approximate time you saw the ad on TV. This will help us greatly and enable us to thank them so that hopefully they will run our ads more often.

Watch for DFD in Print and on TV

If you are interested in volunteering at DFD call (541) 826-9220or visit www.dogsforthedeaf.org for more information

Volunteer Spotlight:

Barbara R. has been volunteering for DFD for four years. With previ-ous experience as a puppy raiser for Guide Dogs for the Blind, she came to us with a wealth of experience and great skills.

Barbara is friendly, reliable, and always has a smile on her face. In her years of vol-unteering for DFD, Barbara has fostered six dogs and has been a great foster mom to all of them. She always brings out the best in the dogs, and her quiet manner helps the dogs relax and feel comfortable in her home.Currently Barbara is fostering Blossom. After finding Blossom in a shelter and bringing her to our facility, we determined that she most likely had been born and raised in a puppy mill where she had little contact with people. She didn’t know how to play and became very nervous with any kind of stimulus or activity. We decid-ed that she needed a quiet, stable environment where she could relax and learn that people and life can be good.With Barbara’s patience, Blossom has been allowed to move at her own pace and is starting to “bloom.” The pair now takes walks in a park regularly, and Blossom is starting to have more normal reactions to things around her. Her inner “diva” is coming out slowly, and she is beginning to realize she can have fun running around the back-yard. Barbara regularly tells and shows Blossom that the world is a good place, and Blossom is starting to believe her.Blossom’s trainer said, “Barbara has been an invaluable partner in Blossom’s rehabilitation. She has a steady, calm personality and has allowed Blossom to progress at her own pace while not reinforcing fears or being too comforting. I wish I could clone Barb.”A very special thank you to all of our volunteers at DFD. You are all a tremendous help to us and have become good friends, too.

Barbara

DFD Volunteer Barbara R.


Got Coffee?

Visit www.givingbean.com and order some delicious 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 enjoying a wonderful product at a reasonable price!

It is always with great sadness that we report the passing of any of our Hearing Dogs. These wonderful friends have provided many years of faithful service and love, and they will be fondly remembered by those who loved them. They also received a wonderful, loving life in return.

• Rico was placed with Kimberly W., New Jersey, in 1997 and served faithfully as her Hearing Dog for 13 years.

• Damian was by Allan D.’s side in Washington, alerting him to sounds and providing love and companionship for 15 years.

• Wonder was the Hearing Dog and best friend of Donna G., Texas, for over 12 years.• Colby helped Lorraine A., Pennsylvania, by alerting her to sounds for a little over

a year until he died in a tragic accident.• Barney was placed with Yolanda V., Texas, in 1997 and helped her with sound

awareness and provided lots of love for over 13 years.

Obituaries

Molly

Tex is my ears, friend, and companion. With my husband working full time in another state, I can live in the house without fear of fire, missed calls,

visitors, or sounds. I can travel and stay in motels again without fear. Nothing holds me back, because my faithful dog is there to alert me.

““Carolyn M., California

Cara & Molly

Please use the enclosed donation in memory of our dog Molly.

We adopted Molly from you after she spent two months recovering

from heartworm, which was discovered when you brought her to DFD. She couldn’t be placed as

a working dog, but she brought my wife Cara and I over 10 years of much joy and love.Thanks also to her trainer

Jodi and all the loving, compassionate people at DFD.

Paul J., Oregon


Hearing Dogs Autism Assistance Dogs

Program Assistance DogsMiracle Mutts (special dogs for special people) Harmony’s Hounds (dogs with special needs)

Career Change Dogs

DOGS FOR THE DEAF rescues/trains/places six types of dogs to help with different disabilities, challenges, and needs.

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.

(Editor’s note: We recently received a copy of this letter which was sent to the Oregon Good Sam State Director and members.)

Dear Wayne and Oregon Good Sam,Joyce Lee and I wish to thank you for the recognition and honor of the

placement of a Miracle Mutt named Poppy with Charmaine W. in our name. We appreciated receiving the letter and picture of Poppy from Dogs for the Deaf. Being the recipient, in October, 2004, of Randall, a Career Change Dog from DFD, we truly appreciate the placement of a Miracle Mutt or any other dog placed by DFD. Randall helps keep me in shape as we walk the neighborhood and is a great com-panion at home as he wants to be close or touching us whenever possible. He is also a great RV traveling companion.In years past we have often assisted Robin at many west coast Samborees by ringing the alarm during her demonstrations at those events.Thank you for sponsoring a dog in our name.

Merland and Joyce P., OregonCharmaine & Poppy


The KONG CompanyDonates Over 100 KONGS!

The KONG Company has generously donated over 100 KONGS to DFD. Our dogs now enjoy a daily dose of mental enrichment by chew-ing and licking their way through such delicacies as banana KONGS, KONGSICLES, cream cheese KONGS, and turkey and mashed po-tato KONGS. Our dogs also get part of each meal from a KONG that keeps them busy between training sessions. This helps alleviate bark-ing, boredom, and chewing. Thanks to help from friends like KONG, we are able to continue our efforts for mental enrichment for the dogs in training.

Get a KONG for your favorite canine. Check them out at kongcompany.com and thank them for their generous support of DFD.

Nupro Dog SupplementNutri-Pet Research, Inc. first donated 30 ounces of Nupro All Natural Dog Supplement in March, 1997, for us to try on the dogs in training. We were immediately impressed with the quick effect it had on their coats and overall appear-ance. We contacted them requesting more, and they have been donating a 20-pound tub of the supplement every three months. They have also offered to sell the product to our recipients at a special “rescue” price.

We are now using Nupro All Natural Supplement as a regular diet supplemement for all the dogs in training.

For more information on Nupro All Natural Dog Supplement, contact:

Janice at 1-800-360-3300 or 732-786-8822Nutri Pet Research, Inc. - 227 Hwy. 33 East,

Manalapan, NJ 07726email: [email protected] website nuprosupplements.com

Tell them you heard about this product from

Dogs for the Deaf.1-800-PET-O-BED

Treat Your Dog to the Best!

(1-800-738-6233) P.O. Box 582, Myersville, MD 21773 • www.PetoBed.com

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:

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!

In November, 2010, DFD held a Doggie Haiku contest on our Facebook Fan page. “Haiku” is a traditional form of Japanese poetry. Haiku poems consist of 3 lines. The first and last lines of a Haiku have 5 syllables and the middle line has 7 syllables. There were so many great submissions that it was hard to choose a winner! Below are some of our favorite haikus, along with the winning submission by Debbie S. of Oregon.

DOGGIE HAIKU

Oh No! Not my shoes!Days like today remember...

Your name is not "NO!"Debbie S., Oregon(Contest winner)

Look deep in my soulyou will see more love than I

can give another.Windy S., DFD Volunteer, Oregon

Recipient of Harmony’s Hound Sasha

Wingless angel doginfuses tranquility

heals life of silenceNancy O., Arizona

Recipient of Hearing Dog Harley

On this chilly day,your warm dogness on my feet.

Better than a quiltWendy M., Oregon

Hearing Dog is loveHattie works and is my ears

A team and a friendJennifer W., Pennsylvania

Recipient of Hearing Dog Hattie

Hairy ears that hear.Loving heart that beats for me;

we live life as oneLaurie W., New York

Recipient of Hearing Dog Jaycee

Wooly cuddle smoochBeautiful blonde muppet boy

Goldenhearted dogJessica S., Oregon

Page 22 • Canine Listener • Spring 2010

To All my Rescued Friends at DFD,Well, I’m now 15 going on 16! Can you believe it? That’s 105+ in “people years”! My mom turns 80 soon, so we are both “chronologically challenged,” but that doesn’t stop us from being as active as ever. My snout is quite white now, but my mom doesn’t even have gray hair yet!We hike for an hour or two every day, and I get to sniff a lot. My hearing is almost gone and I have a heart murmur… but who doesn’t at our age? My mom’s hearing isn’t so hot either, but that’s OK, because we have our own way of communicating that we both understand.I just wanted to let you all know that I have a wonderful “forever home,” just as all of you

will soon have. Look at it this way… not too long ago you didn’t know if anyone would come to help you. Now you are being

well cared for and know that you can look for-ward to a life of helping someone, being warm, loved, and well fed. You will be a happy, happy dog and maybe even go for hikes, too. My mom is sending a check to help rescue one more dog from a shelter. Please tell the “new kid in the kennel” what I have told you - you have a wonderful life ahead of you in the forever home that DFD finds for you in 2011.Happy New Year!Love, Gucci, Oregon

Not only in my own life as a person with a severe hearing loss since infancy, but also in the lives of those around me - how many are the wonders that Harley has done for children, with or without special needs, at school every day, every week, for over ten years! And, Harley makes the days go better for teachers, secretaries, security guards, custodians, and administrators who have struggles in their own lives.Even though Harley is my Hearing Dog from DFD and goes with me as I teach in my itinerant position for the deaf and hard of hear-ing, he touches the lives of hundreds daily since we travel to dif-ferent schools every hour. Those who are the most voiceless, the most helpless, the most unseen by others, even if they are not my students, benefit from Harley in the course of our daily activities and work. One little paraplegic girl was able to move her arm for the first time in weeks because she wanted to pet Harley, and he patiently waited for her hand to inch down, painfully slowly, until it reached his head. Harley’s benefit is a daily ripple effect! The positive affect of DFD’s work cannot truly be calculated.

Incalculable Benefits of DFD’s Work By Nancy Otte, Arizona

Dogs for the Deaf has provided more than just a Hearing Dog in my life. Dogs for the Deaf has actually given me a life worth living.

““Doris W., North Carolina

Nancy & Harley

Brita & Gucci


Notes from Robin: DFD Behind the Scenes

President/CEO

I wrote these “Notes from Robin” four years ago, and many people suggest-ed that I rerun them every few years as a reminder of some of the very im-portant aspects of Dogs for the Deaf. I have updated a few things, and hope that you enjoy the reminders.

Because of your support, we have been able to save thou-sands of dogs over the past 34 years and help countless numbers of people live better lives. The stories you read in each of these newsletters come right from the people who receive our dogs. These stories come from the heart and show the amazing, even miraculous, things the dogs do once they are placed in their new homes.Having been so close to DFD for many years, I often forget that people who are not as familiar with our work do not real-ize all that goes into it. When people visit DFD and tour our facility, a frequent reaction is, “Wow, I didn’t realize it was this complex to train these dogs.” As we start 2011, I would like to share a few things with you that you may not have considered about DFD.• All of our Training Department staff and volunteers must

be specially trained at our facility. Selecting, training, and caring for these dogs take a great deal of special-ized knowledge and experience.

• Looking for suitable dogs takes time and experience. It would be wonderful to be able to take every single dog from the shelters; unfortunately, they are not all suit-able. Our trainers go to shelters in California, Oregon, and Washington looking for dogs that meet our require-ments. This takes time but is necessary in order to find dogs that will be successful at the very important jobs they will have.

• Every dog that comes to DFD has a thorough medical examination, vaccinations, and any other procedures that are necessary to bring the dog to optimum health. The local veterinarians we use give us very generous discounts, but veterinary care still adds up quickly with the many dogs we have.

• The training is very extensive. The dogs are socialized and receive obedience training in addition to the special-ized training they receive for the service they will be pro-viding. This requires many hours on the part of trainers and kennel staff to make sure the dogs are being trained thoroughly and are being placed in the right job for them.

• Placements require travel and time. When dogs are ready to be placed, they must be matched with the right applicant. The trainer has to go through all the applicants we have and find the one best suited to that particular dog’s talents and strengths. Once the placement is set up, the trainer goes to the home of the applicant and spends 3-5 days working with the applicant and all fam-ily members to train them in how to maintain the dog’s training and how to care for the dog.

• Follow up takes a great deal of time. We have hundreds of working dogs all across the country. We are in regular contact with all of them through e-mail, telephone, regu-lar mail, and follow up visits. This is the only way we can ensure that the dogs are being cared for properly and that the person and dog are receiving maximum benefit from each other. This goes on for the entire life of the team.

• While all of this is going on in the training department, there is also a lot of work going on in the office.

• Even though we are a non-profit organization and do wonderful work, we are still a business. This means that we must comply with all local, state and federal regula-tions. It costs money to pay the required fees, licenses, and numerous other requirements. We must register, and pay the fees to register, in every state that requires registration. It also takes staff time to do all the paper-work and fill out all the forms required to have employ-ees and run a business. In the past two years, the IRS has made many changes to the reporting requirements, and this has taken added staff time.

• Donors must be acknowledged and receive recognition for their donations. We want to make sure our donors know how very important they are to this work. We not only want to show our appreciation, acknowledging do-nations is a legal requirement.

• The general public must be educated about Dogs for the Deaf and the service we provide. This is the only way people can learn about us, either to apply for a dog or to make donations. In order to do this, brochures, the web site, and a wide variety of other materials must be accurate, eye-catching, and up-to-date.

• Interviews must be given to various branches of the me-dia interested in learning more about DFD.

• Telephone calls, e-mails, and other correspondence must be answered quickly, professionally, and accu-rately.

• The facility and all the equipment and vehicles must be kept in excellent condition and repaired/replaced as needed.

• We must continually be vigilant about making sure our facility is a safe place for staff, dogs, and visitors.

• Accurate records must be kept on donations, dogs in training, placements, and a myriad of other things. Com-prehensive files must be kept on all dogs we work with.

The list could go on and on, but I think this gives you a pic-ture of some of the things we do, with the help and coopera-tion of staff and volunteers, to make DFD the professional, smooth running, and cost efficient organization that it is. This is what goes on behind the scenes at Dogs for the Deaf.As always, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call or e-mail us. 541-826-9220 or [email protected]


Memorial will appear in the:Spring issue

Summer issueFall issue

Winter issue

Which is mailed in: May

AugustNovemberFebruary

If your donation was received:January 1 to March 31

April 1 to June 30July 1 to September 30

October 1 to December 31

Donations have been received in memory of the following people who lived lives of love, compassion, and concern for both people and animals:

Memorial Tributes in Memory of . . .

~ B E q U E S T S October 1st through December 31, 2010 ~Mary Ellen Bell Charitable Trust

Eugene J. & Gloria A. Berry EstateDolores Gluck Estate

Marcia L. Donoghue TrustDixie L. Hunt Estate

Theodore Schneider Family Trust

AnnieBobbyDollee & TurbeauGrampsRichard AlexanderBill AndersonDavid AurilaRegan BaileyTheresa BarbieriSarah M. BeanBill BeemBetty BendallWesley ‘Cap’ BevanMr. Buddy BlankenshipJeff BreedMr. Ed BrookerMax BrownMike BurdettNorman BurtonShirley J. CarlsonBridget CeccacciBob ChitwoodEffie M. ColemanKaren Collins’s fatherJohn S. CorcoranJames CraigJohn C. DaviesLyle DavisReuben DawFrances Todd DayRichard De JongMr. DeGrassHelen DialHelen Rose DialRichard A. Dienst, Esq.Helen DowningJules DufourLiz & Bob Durbin

Pauline EdwardsGrace E. EhrlerRobert C. ElrodBob ElvinMary Agnes EstesEthel A. FerrisDorothy FisselMarylynn FraedrickThomas M. GodfreyAnna & Paul GombosJosephine Gotti-O’KanePauline ‘Polly’ GreenJerry ‘Pap’ GroeneveldBud GuymonCharlotte HallDonald & Dennis HamlinDenise HanscomMarlene HartmanMarlene Prosky HirthHerbert HitneyJune HjortBrenda HobbsMike HoworthGile ‘Ladd’ HuberLucy HuddyKay HurlbertG. Geanne JacobsonVeryl B. JonesMartin JurgensonArline KaminskiDoris KentJohn KochanskiLynne LewisPaul LiberatoreBeatrice LongAuntie MDon MaggardCharles Martin

Emily McCarrickC.W. McMillionMary MenachoAudrey MerzAudrey L. MerzJames D. & Evelyn A. MidwoodTerry MurphyMarie NewtonHollye NicholJohnny NowakEarl D. ParkerGlenn & Addie ParmeleeJim PayneEthel PetersenDianne PhillipsBill & Jean RaupLyle ReedEdna RichardsDon RiderDr. Martin RobinDuane RobinsonCarmelo RoccaGiuseppina Smilovich RoccaRenato Tito RoccaGianfranco RoccaSalvatore SmilovichLucia ZulliaClaudio ZulliaFabrizio ZulliaBaron SirottiTrina SirottiWilla Sirotti‘Mike’ RubinFlorence RussellMary L. SchlegelArvin SchraderBob Shumaker

Joan SmergeAlvin & Jeanne SolidayPaul SolomonOrville SpringerJohn & Audrey StasikLinda Bain SteinColleen StoneHelen StutskiLarry SullivanDorothea TeitelbaumLucy TervoSid ThielSid & Jeraldine ThielMary TiptonBarbara TownsendJulie TretakofIrene TrippDorothy TubmanNeil T. Van DagriffOrel ‘Van’ Van DagriffLinda WalkerBob WatsonMatthew Caleb WaymonHank WertzHenry ‘Hank’ WertzHenry Harold ‘Hank’ WertzClarine WestlieShirley WhitfieldChris WhittedDavid WielandRoger WilkeAda WilkinsonEthelyn Zigler


Memorial Tributes in Memory of PetsWe would also like to pay tribute to those beloved, departed pets

who have been remembered by their owners and families.

m Person m Pet m Living m Deceased Name_________________________________________

Gift Amount: $ ___________ Donor ID # ____________

Payment Method:m Cash m Check m MC m VISA m American Express m Discover

(* $15.00 min. on all charges)

Account # ______________________

Expiration Date: __________________

Signature: ______________________

Use this Coupon to Remember a Special Occasion or Friend!

Gift made by: (Give complete name & address: please print clearly)m Mr. m Mrs. m Ms. m Miss m Club

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E-mail Address: _____________________________________________________________________

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Send to:Dogs for the Deaf10175 Wheeler Rd.Central Point, OR 97502

Send notice of this Remembrance to:(Mr., Mrs., Ms., Miss) _________________________________________________________________

Relationship to person/pet being remembered: _____________________________________

Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________________________________

Honoring: m Christmas m Anniversary m Get Well m Birthday

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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.

AceAlexiAllegroAmigoAprilAsaAsh & LokiAshley & SierraAussieBaby & PuppersBaffin & B.J.BaronBeloved Canine CompanionBenjiBessBingoBity Beagle & ButchBrandiBrandyBrody

BruiserBuffin & BJButterscotchCalvinCharlieChifeyChin ChinChuckieClaude de PussyCocoColbyCookieCorbuCuddlesDaisyDamianDaniDawson & BrigadierDogs We LovedDutchessEbony

FrecklesFredFreedomGemini JudkinsHannahHoneyHuniHuni WiserJerzieKateKatieKirby aka Beach BumLaddieLadyLeviLightningLittle Laddie, Toni 1 & Toni 2LuckyLucy

Maggie Anna BlessenMaia StinchfieldMalinnaMandyMax & MosheMax & PandaMicaMicroMiss Kitty, Willy, Sandy & MouseMissyMollie-ohMollyMonteMuffinMuggins & StashOliviaOllieOola llPalmer

PattonPennePepperPhoenix & TipperPhyllisPinky, Cindy, Honey & LoveyPogoPoohPreciousPrinceRaven & WarrenReggieRicoRoccoRomeroRose & WalkerSadieScruffySheebaSierra

Baron SirottiTrina SirottiWilla SirottiSnickerSnugglesSophie & RockieSpikeSunnySunshineTeddyTobyTriTrixeeVickyWilburWilliamWillow & NikkiYuri, Lady, Copper, Primo & Kacey


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.

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.

DFD LEGAL/FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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!

Purina Pro Plan

Thank You, CFCWe want to extend a very sincere thank you to all

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) donors who have supported DFD in the past year. The CFC is an an-nual fundraising drive held by federal employees and military personnel each year to help charities. These government employees decide which charity/charities they want their donations to go to, and then the dona-tions are done through payroll deduction. For the year 2010, CFC donations totalled over $106,000.00.

CFC members have generously supported the work of DFD, and we greatly appreciate their willingness to help. We are listed in the “Animal Charities of America” section, #10969.

DID YOU KNOW. . .Our dogs are chosen from animal

shelters, where they might otherwise be euthanized if no homes are found for

them. By using shelter dogs, we are able to help alleviate some of the unwanted dog population by rescuing these dogs.

DFD places our dogs in loving homes where they provide valuable and even life saving benefits. DFD guarantees follow up

support for as long as the person and the dog are together.


New items are being added frequently. Check them out on our website and view detailed photos in color – www.dogsforthedeaf.org

A darling wagging-tailed dog on the left chest and a “job description” for Hearing Dogs on the back. This shirt will get people’s attention coming or going.

I’M ALL EARST-SHIRT

LONG SLEEVED:#CL EARLT MAR Maroon Available in sizes S, L, XXXL ......................................... 16.00#CL EARLT NVY Navy Blue Available in size XL ........................................................ 16.00SHORT SLEEVED:#CL EARST NVY Navy Available in sizes XXL, XXXL ......................................... 12.00#CL EARST MAR Maroon Available in sizes S, XXL, XXXL ..................................... 12.00

T-Shirt Back:HEARING DOG: 2 Ears • 4 Legs • Wagging Tail • Most often mixed

breed rescued from shelter • Highly trained professional • Provides sound awareness • Unconditional love, and companionship

Close up of our logo

Red & blue logo design on a cozy heather gray Hanes Comfort Blend sweatshirt and Hanes Beefy-T shirt.

#CL WRKOUTSS Sweatshirt - Available in sizes S, L, XXL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00#CL WRKOUTT T-Shirt - Available in sizesS - XXXL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00

WORKOUT SWEATSHIRT & T-SHIRT

HEARING DOG UNIVERSITYZIP-UP HOODIE

Snuggle up th is winter in this warm zip-up hoodie, grey, with pockets and a smaller sized logo on the left chest.

#1706 Birch Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt Available in sizes L & XL .............................. 33.00

Fun for kids... or adults! Fun Packs contain col-oring book, plush toy, color-it-yourself t-shirt in two different designs, and fabric crayons. Create your own work of art! We strongly recommend adult supervision dur-ing the use of the Pentel Fabricfun Pastel Dye Sticks.

Caution: Some of the items in the Kids Fun Pack are not suitable for children under the age of three.

Makes a great

gift!

Kids’ sizes S - XL: #PK KIDFNPK2................................... 14.00

Kids’ sizes S - XL: #PK KIDFNPK1................................... 14.00

#CL Apron 1SZ............................. 15.00

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.

ATTENTION ALL CHEFS!

DFD’s official apron has pockets across the bottom and is great to use for everything from BBQ’ing to crafts.


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.

Seven colorful and happy dogs make this 100% cotton shirt fun to wear. Made from artwork created especially for us by local artist Jennifer Eufusia, and based on seven of our dogs, this Hanes Beefy T-shirt is an original and

stylish way to show your support for DFD.

#CL KALEIDT Natural: Sizes S - XXL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.00

KALEIDOSCOPE T-SHIRT

#CL SLANGT BLU Metro Blue: M, L, XL, XXL#CL SLANGT PUR Purple: L, XL, XXL ............10.00

“Dogs for the Deaf” is illustrated in sign language across the top of this great shirt.Then our DFD logo comes to life and signs “I Love You” below.

SIGN LANGUAGE T-SHIRT

Close up of embroidery

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 taupe on the navy polo and in navy blue on the heather gray polo.

EMBROIDERED DFD LOGO

POLO SHIRT

#CL POLO NVY Navy - Available in sizes M - XXL..........23.00#CL POLO GRY Heather Gray - Sizes S - XXL...............23.00

#CL RNBWT BLK Adult T-shirtS - XXXL...................18.00

RAINBOW T-SHIRTWearing this fun and unique shirt

is a great way to show your sup-port for DFD. The black, 100% cotton Hanes Beefy t-shirt has

a colorful rainbow print design.*color blending will vary with

this rainbow effect

GOOD SAM MEMBERSWe have a very special shirt for Good Sam Club members. This 100% preshrunk cotton t-shirt comes in denim blue or red & includes both the Good Sam logo & the DFD logo, along with the words, “TOGETHER WE MAKE MIRACLES HAPPEN.” A really cute shirt & a great way to show your support.#CL GSAMT BLU Denim Blue: S - XXL ............... 14.00#CL GSAMT RED Red: S - XXL ........................... 14.00

WILL WORK FOR TOYS AND

TREATS T-SHIRT

Show your playful person-ality with this fun, colorful t-shirt. Absolutely adorable!

#CL WWFTT PLM Plum Available in sizes S - L.................19.00#SL WWFTT STW Stonewash Plum (shown above) Available in sizes M - XXL ...............19.00

FLEECE JACKETS

New!

Keeping you warm and dry without bulk, Turfer’s Kathdin Tek fleece jacket is a perfect solution for cold and windy days. And, with our great looking dog bone logo, it’s also a perfect way to show your support for Dogs for the Deaf!

• 100% polyester, anti-pill performance fleece• Drawstring hem with barrel locks and shock cord• Front zip pockets

MENS - Navy Blue Fleece Jacket#CL DGBONEFLCM: S - XXXL .................. 34.00LADIES - Sky Blue Fleece JacketFemine cut runs a bit small, so DFD suggests ordering one size larger than your usual Ladies size#CL DGBONEFLCW: M - XXL .................... 34.00


A hand forms the sign for “I Love You.” In the center of the palm is a little paw print with “Dogs for the Deaf” surrounding it. Blue/white paw or white/blue paw, lettering.#SU ILUVUPIN BLUBl/wh paw .................. 4.00#SU ILUVUPIN WHI Wh/bl paw .................. 4.00

I LOVE YOU PINS

This humorous, inspirational book by Iris Bell, MD PhD, is about coping with life, as “told” by a fretful, soft-coated Wheaten Terrier dog, Casey B. Wor-

rywart, Dogtor of Philosophy, to a human mom, his psychiatrist.

#BK CHEWONTHNG .................... 15.00

Chew On Things - It Helps You Think: Words of Wisdom from a Worried Canine

DOG BONE WATER BOTTLE

Made of biodegradable BPA - and lead-free PETE plastic, this 28 oz. water bottle has a translucent blue, twist on EZ seal lid with a pull open “Super Sipper” spout. With our great dog bone logo, this water bottle is a great way to show your support for DFD!

#MC DGBONEWB WBLU . . . . . 5.00

Pastel colors of pink, blue, yellow and white make this patchwork beanie-type dog

with a DFD Hearing Dog vest very cute!

#WU MULTICOLRDOG ......8.00REDUCED ...........................6.50

MULTICOLORED DOG PLUSH TOY

FOR EVERY DOG AN ANGEL

This wonderful hard-cover book is written and illustrated by Christine Davis. It is the perfect way to remem-ber that timeless connection to your special four-legged friend.#BK EVRYDGANGEL.......... 10.00

THESHELTER DOG

#BK SHELTERDG.......... 12.00

Shelter Dog Jake finds out that things don’t always turn out the way you plan, sometimes they turn out better! By Christine Davis, hard cover.

A very special way to send notes to friends. Our note cards feature eight different, beautiful full color pictures of some of our Hearing Dogs. A little information about the dog is included on the back of the card, with the inside left blank for your note.

FULL COLOR NOTE CARDS

#SU COLORNCRD..... 9.00 5.00

DOGGIE ANGEL PINBeautiful pewter silver dog with gold wings and a halo.

#SU ANGELDOG . . . . . .5.00

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)

New!


Our wonderful “Hearing Dogs Make Miracles Happen” design is now on a sleek stainless steel mug and a blue plastic tumbler. Both are insulated and fit in most car holders.

#MC MIRAC STAINStainless Miracle Mug .................. 12.00#MC MIRAC BLUBlue Miracle Tumbler ...................... 8.00

TRAVEL TUMBLEROR MUG

Enjoy your hot beverages and be reminded that you are making miracles happen.

TumblerMug

This cute mug makes a handy gift. They’ll never be

without a spoon for their bever-age! 12 oz. ce-

ramic mug holds whi te ceramic spoon in the han-

dle. Comes in 2 beautiful colors, both with the DFD logo.

DFD LICENSE PLATE FRAMEShow the world your support of Dogs for the Deaf

with a license plate frame on your car.

#SU LICPLTFRAME.......................................... 10.00

For the following states: AK, AR, CA, CN, FL, HI, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MA, NB, NV, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, Wash.DC, WY.

(In other states, the frame covers up the expiration dates.)

DFD SPOONER MUG

#MC WSPOON LTBLU Ocean Blue......................9.00

#MC WSPOON DRKBLU Cobalt Blue..................9.00

DFD VIDEO & DVDWe have a video available telling the DFD story. DVD and VHS formats, with each format including a shorter, 16-minute version & longer 25-min-ute version. This is excellent for showing to your service clubs, church groups, etc. Available for purchase or loan.

DVD #SU DFDDVD ................................... 12.00VHS #SU DFDVHS ................................... 12.00

CORDUROY CAP

This cap has adjustable cloth strap with buckle & grommet, a pre-curved visor, and 6 sewn eyelets. Made of 100% cotton. Comes in two colors: Navy with taupe embroidery & Khaki with navy embroidery.

One size fits all#CP CORDBBALL NVY Navy w/taupe embroidery........................ 15.00#CP CORDBBALL KHAKhaki w/navy embroidery..........................15.00

SURE-GRIP POCKET KNIFE

#SU POCKKNIFE Burgundy 3” x 7/8 “............. 6.00

This handy knife makes a great stocking stuffer! Fold out gadgets in-clude knife, cork screw, bottle opener, scissors, and screwdriver.

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 WINDOW CLING


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 INDICATE METHOD OF PAYMENTCredit cards, checks or money orders are welcome for donation and/or sales.

Enclosed is a check or money order made payable to Dogs for the Deaf VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER AMERICAN EXPRESS

Your Credit Card Number ___________________________________________EXP. ____/____

SIGNATURE _____________________________________________________

SHIPPING & HANDLINGUp to $9.99 ------------ $2.50$10 - $19.99 ------------4.50$20 - $29.99 ------------5.50$30 - $39.99 ------------6.50$40 - $49.99 -----------7.50$50 and up -------------9.00

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

Mr./Mrs./Ms.

Name ______________________________________________________ Donor ID# ___________________

Address _____________________________________________________ *Daytime Ph: ( ) ____________

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Dogs For The Deaf, Inc.10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR 97502

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ADVISORY BOARD

It is Dogs for the Deaf’s policy to never sell, trade, or rent the names and addresses on our mailing list. All of you who receive this newslet-ter are a very special part of our family and you are essential to us in achieving our goal of enabling dogs and people to enjoy more love, freedom, and security in their lives. We promise never to jeopardize your trust by giving your name and address to others.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS: If you change your address, please let us know. Every news-letter that is returned to us costs DFD money. Let us know when you move and help us save precious dollars. Thank You!

JUST A REMINDER - We want our donors to have access to information about DFD in order to answer any questions they may have. Pursuant to this, copies of our annual audit are available from DFD and from many state At-torney General offices. DUPLICATE NEWSLETTERS? Are you receiving more than one newsletter? If so, please clip the labels off both newsletters and send them to us so we can correct the error and save postage costs. Thank you for helping in this way.

Chair: Mr. Bob Tull, Dept of Education - Retired

Ms. Susan Bahr, Certified Public Accountant Mrs. Lyn Boening, Past Chair Financial ConsultantMr. Richard Croly, Secretary Audiologist - RetiredMr. Carlos DeBritto, Banker - retired Mayor Phoenix, Oregon

Mr. Sheldon Altfeld, President, Cable Maven Prod.Mrs. Sue Bray, ConsultantMr. Tony Dow, Actor, Producer, DirectorJoyce Guymon, Dogs for the Deaf AmbassadorMs. Janice Justice Doctor of Chiropractic and Hearing Dog RecipientMs. Barbara Meyers, Grief Therapist

Mrs. Robin Dickson, Pres./CEO Dogs for the DeafMr. Marvin Rhodes, Chair Administrator, Oregon Dept. of Revenue Mr. Geoffrey Riley, Past Chair Producer/Host, Jefferson Public RadioMr. Steven Weber, Chief Financial Officer ACCESS, Inc.Ms. Gayle Wilson, Media Productions

Mr. C.W. Smith, Chief of Police - Retired Jackson County CommissionerMs. Sue Thomas Hearing Dog RecipientMr. John Watt, Government RelationsMs. Betty White, ActressMrs. Heather Whitestone/McCallum Miss America 1995Mr. James Wickre, Attorney at Law

““I am so thankful for D.B.

He makes each day

worthwhile for me.

Nan F. & D.B., Michigan