Summer 2011 - Issue #117

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Canine Listener
Robin Dickson, Pres./CEO
Fed. Tax ID #93-0681311
Summer 2011 • NO. 117
LOVE BIGGER THAN TEXAS
We wanted to share with you parts of a very special letter we received from the adult
daughter of Ron G. who had one of our Hearing Dogs, Billy Bud, for 13 years. She tells,
first hand, how Billy Bud impacted their entire family. Often, we don’t think about the
years of service and the long-term impact these dogs have on the lives of the people
they help and on their entire families. Ron is now on the waiting list, and we will be placing another dog with him as soon as we have the right dog ready for him.
“I’m sure that you’ve heard that a wonderful Hearing Dog, Billy Bud, has passed away. He
was the ears of my father for 13 years. To not pay tribute to this fantastic dog would be a
great wrong. Billy leaves our family and friends mourning his unfortunate death.
Everyone who met Billy loved him. My father used to brag that he could take Billy anywhere, and he would be better behaved than most children. He had many fans on the
long road between Texas and Washington, the two places he lived. As my father’s dog,
he made this 2200 mile journey twice a year for 13 years in a row, working with my dad
all the way.
Billy was a courageous dog, even saving my mother when she fell in the gravel outside
of their Washington home. Billy heard my mother cry out even though he was next door
with my dad visiting with the neighbor. Billy alerted Dad and danced around until my
dad asked Billy what was wrong.
Billy led him to my mom lying on the
ground in pain from having fallen
so hard. She was unable to get up
on her own. Billy was a Hearing Dog by
Billy Bud
trade, but a true family friend by life. He was
as lucky to have my dad and mom as they were to have him. They took
good care of each other for the 13 years they had together.
It was only as recently as last year that Billy’s health began to irreparably fail, and the roles that had long been established were reversed as
my dad became Billy’s aid. My parents cared for Billy, and he could not
have found a better home anywhere. There never was a dog as loved
as Billy, and his passing has left a hole bigger than Texas in our hearts.
You trained a wonderful dog, and he was part of our family to the end.
You will never know how much having Billy helped my dad. We will miss
him more than words can ever tell. My father is so lost without Billy.
“Part of our family...”
Jo & Ron G. with Billy Bud
Peggy G. S. (Ron’s daughter), Washington”
Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.
Rescuing Dogs to Help People with Disabilities since 1977
10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502 • (541) 826-9220 Voice/TDD
www.dogsforthedeaf.org • email: [email protected] Charter Member
Assistance Dogs International
Accredited by
Assistance
Dogs International
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Placement Highlights
ZEVA - the Handy Helper
Zeva, a two year old, female, fawn colored Corgi mix with a black mask, came to us from the
Post Falls animal shelter in Idaho. They are a very small shelter and can only keep dogs for
a few days. Dogs who aren’t reclaimed or adopted are euthanized. Zeva was scheduled for
euthanasia the day before we went to the shelter, but the person who does the euthanasia was
out sick that day, and the dogs were given one more day (luckily for us and Zeva). Needless
to say, the shelter staff was very happy when we took Zeva. She tested well and proved to
be very intelligent and friendly. Initially, we thought she would be able to complete the Hearing
Dog training, but she did not like going into public places, so we moved her to the Miracle Mutt
program. With her great personality, intelligence, and love of life, we knew she’d make a great
Miracle Mutt for someone with special needs.
Zeva was matched with Candee C. who has numbness in her hands and arthritis in her hips
and back. All of this is very painful. In addition, she struggles with depression from the pain and
from the loss of her mother-in-law and father and, most recently, her dog. She needed another
Zeva
dog to help her deal with all of this, and Zeva was the answer. We trained Zeva to “fetch” in a
special way so that if the numbness in Candee’s hands caused her to drop the ball or other items, Zeva would pick it
up and give it back to Candee. We also taught Zeva the name call so if Candee needed her husband she could call his
name and Zeva would go get him and bring him to help her. Zeva thought this was great fun, and Candee knew it would
make her feel more secure and safe if she were in trouble and needed her husband to come and help her.
In addition, the doctors have told Candee she needs to walk and exercise more to help the arthritis, and Zeva is very
willing to help motivate Candee to go for lots of walks.
Candee and Zeva are off to a great start and developing into a real team.
JIGSAW - Solves the Sound Puzzle
We found Jigsaw, a 1 ½ year old black and grey, male, Terrier mix, at the Central
CA SPCA in Fresno. He had been living outside, was very underweight, and was
brought in by his owner who could no longer afford to keep him. He was a pretty
pathetic sight, but he passed our initial evaluation with flying colors and gave our
trainer every indication that he was ready for a new life and an important job.
Jigsaw went through the normal medical evaluation and tests when he arrived at
DFD, and, with good food and good care, his weight and health improved.Then his
training began. He learned how to alert his trainer to various household sounds. It
was fun to alert his trainer and run to the source of the sound and then get either a
treat or toy. Life was good! Jigsaw also learned the normal obedience skills so that
he would be well behaved, both in the house and when they went out.
When Jigsaw was almost through training, his trainer looked through the applicants on our waiting list to find the best match for him - the place where his perJigsaw
sonality and strengths would be best utilized. Mary Lou R., California, was the right
person for Jigsaw. Mary Lou is a widow who lives alone. She is retired and has been
losing her hearing since her late 40’s. She was at the point where she knew she was missing many sounds and needed
assistance to know what was going on around her. When Jigsaw and his trainer arrived at Mary Lou’s home, she was so
excited and said that she loved him the minute she saw him. After going over some paperwork, discussing what would happen during the placement week, and letting Jigsaw check out his new home, the placement work began. First they showed
Mary Lou what Jigsaw was trained to do, and then began transferring Jigsaw’s focus and attention to Mary Lou so that he
would begin alerting her and taking her to the sounds. This involved a lot of practice until Jigsaw understood that Mary Lou
was his new partner and the one he was there to help. Soon Jigsaw was alerting Mary Lou and taking her to the door knock,
telephone, alarm clock, oven timer, and someone calling her name. She was thrilled, knowing that now she would not be
missing these important sounds anymore.
ROSIE - a Helpful Friend
Summer 2011 • Canine Listener • Page 3
Fourteen year old Chris Y. has post-traumatic stress disorder and depression.
When his old dog died, Chris was totally devastated, and his adoptive parents
knew he needed a special friend to help him with the loss and with his emotional
challenges. They sent in an application, and we were fortunate to be able to
place a dog with this special young man relatively quickly. Rosie, a mellow, loving Golden Retriever needed a home where she was the only dog and where she
could help someone in need. This was the right place for Rosie.
Upon arriving with her trainer, Rosie proceeded to make herself right at home.
She took to Chris right away and loved snuggling with him. The whole family
thought she was beautiful. The trainer began working with Chris and Rosie,
training him how to have Rosie follow his commands. The smile on his face
showed that Rosie was already beginning to help Chris. As this twosome grows
up together, we expect to hear of their adventures and how Rosie is helping
Chris work through his emotional challenges.
Petey, a six year old, male Coton de Tulear, came to us
from a private party. Petey’s owner loved him dearly but
could no longer keep him. She works very long hours,
and her husband is disabled and couldn’t take care of
Petey’s needs. Neither of them was able to care for him,
and she desperately wanted to find a suitable home for
Petey. When our trainer evaluated Petey, she found him
to be very sweet and loving, with the perfect disposition
and temperament to be a Miracle Mutt. Dogs that are a
little bit older are often times the perfect match
for people with special needs because they are
not as bouncy as younger dogs.
My Assistant
PETEY
After further evaluation and a medical examination,
Petey began training and learned his skills well. He was matched with Kathy B. Kathy has mobility problems due to knee
replacements, plus she lives alone and is very lonely. She needed a loving companion to provide motivation to strengthen
her joints and muscles and also give her something positive to improve her overall health. Petey was just what the doctor
ordered.
Kathy could hardly wait for Petey’s training to be completed and for him to arrive. She had everything ready and waiting for
him. After getting acquainted and letting him get accustomed to his new home and nice big yard, she and Petey and the
trainer began practicing with him to show Kathy what had been trained to do. This way, Petey learned who his new partner
was and who he was working for. Kathy was so excited at the difference that Petey was making in her life so quickly. She
hugged him and thanked the trainer for bringing such a wonderful little dog into her life. She said she’s been so lonely since
her mother died, and now she won’t be lonely anymore. Petey is just what she was hoping for, and the motivation he is
providing is already helping Kathy strengthen her joints and muscles and gain better health.
Thank you Foster Friends . . .
Denny Wise • Margene & Joe Coates • Wendy Gruner
Patina Coote • Natalie Abbott • Jennifer Wood
Lynn Lehman • Cindy Bugg
We thank these volunteers for helping to nurture
and raise the dogs highlighted in this newsletter.
FINLEY = Peace of Mind
Kimberly W., New Jersey, was born with severe hearing loss. Then
she lost more hearing due to a virus. With a husband, three active children, and a part time job as a teacher, Kimberly knew she
needed help with sound awareness, and she applied for a Hearing
Dog. We placed her first dog Rico with her in 1997, and he helped
her until 2010. After Rico’s passing, Kimberly wanted another Hearing Dog to help her with her family and her work. She quickly realized how much independence Rico had provided for her. Her whole
family also really missed having Rico around.
The right dog for this busy family was Finley, a two year old, male,
tri-colored Sheltie mix. Finley had been at the Tehama County
Animal Shelter as a stray for a month. For some reason everyone
passed him by until one of our trainers saw him and evaluated
him. He was sweet, friendly, and loved life. He went through the
normal medical evaluations and was soon ready for training. He
learned how to respond to the various household sounds - oven
timer, door knock/bell, name call, telephone, and smoke alarm. He
also learned obedience skills, and six months later he was ready
Finley
to meet his new family in his forever home.
When the trainer arrived at Kimberly’s home, the children were concerned with how bonded Finley was to the trainer. After all, he had been with her for six months, but by the second day of the
placement, Finley was following Kimberly around more and more and being attentive to her needs. By the third day, Finley
absolutely knew this was where he belonged - this was home. As Finley alerted Kimberly to the sounds perfectly and with
great confidence, the whole family realized this was going to be another great partnership. They all were amazed at how
smart Finley was and how much love he had to give. Rico will always be missed, but Finley has quickly become an important
part of this family, providing Kimberly with sound awareness and the whole family with peace of mind.
Th
ank Yo u
. . . to all of our major sponsors
for enriching the lives of our recipients and enabling them to live more independently:
Good Sam Chapters
Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does
Royal Neighbors of America
District 36-E
Lions & Lioness (Oregon)
Oregon Good Sams
Steve & Litisha Skatrud
Cameron & Danielle Rose
Southern California Good Sams
Northern California Good Sams
Sams Radio Hams
Oregon State Grange
Get Along Sams
Washington Good Sams
Nevada Good Sams
California Federation of
Women’s Clubs
Oregon Lions & Lioness
Lions Clubs / Lioness Clubs
Granges
Kiwanis Clubs
Sertoma Clubs
Rotary Clubs
Quota Clubs
Eastern Star, Shrine, & other Masonic Groups
Many other generous clubs & individuals
FROM OUR DOGS in TRAINING - UPDATED WISH LIST
The pooches in training have provided us with a new wish list of items they would like to have as rewards for work well
done and to provide enrichment while they are in the kennels. Below you will find their requests:
Soft treats and Pupper-oni
Rolled rawhide - no knotted ones, please
Pork twists
Chicken jerky
Grain free treats
Easy Cheese brand cheese - squirt cans
Very small biscuits
Small Kongs
Water toys for dogs
Soft puzzle toys
All sizes of Nylabones
We also can always use 6’ leashes
If you would like to buy the items yourself and send them to us, that is fine. Otherwise, you can send a donation to “Toys
for Joy,” and we will purchase some of these items for the dogs.
Dog Walk 2011 - A Roaring Twenties Success!
Our 20th Annual Dog Walk on June 4 in Medford, Oregon, attracted hundreds of walkers and their furry
family members. Since this was the 20th Annual Dog Walk, the theme was “The Roaring Twenties.”Judi
Austin and Larry Neal from country radio station KRWQ were our Grand Marshalls, and perfect weather
greeted dogs and walkers from Oregon, Washington, Florida, and Illinois.
In addition to the walk, activities included: agility course demonstrations and coaching sessions by Rogue Canine Agility,
Weenie Dog Races, a Kids’ Zone by Western States Insurance, hoop shoot by Jacksonville Lions Club, Meet the Breeds
with the Rogue Valley Kennel Club, ice cream courtesy of Umpqua Dairy, micro-chipping and a seminar on “First Aid for
Your Pet” by Dr. Rob Landon of Mountain View Veterinary Clinic, photo booth, and Jacksonville Veterinary Clinic answering canine medical questions. After the walk, everyone was treated to a hot dog lunch courtesy of the State of Jefferson
Antique Car Club, Fred Meyer, Safeway, Costco, Ray’s Market, and Coca Cola.
This year’s costume contest was EXTRA creative! The first prize winners came all the way from Washington and their
group, people and dogs, were all dressed in Zoot Suits and Flapper Dresses.
To end the day, we had a lot of lucky raffle and silent auction prize winners who went home with fabulous prizes. Thanks
to all who participated - it was a very fun and successful day, raising nearly $40,000 for DFD! Special thanks to all of our
corporate sponsors and donors for making this event possible.
Jacksonville Veterinary
Safeway
Nelson R. Maler, CFP
Paul B. Smith, CFP
Mini Pet Mart
Ram Offset
Little Caesars
Premier West Bank
Crater Lake Ford
Century Link
Bank of the Cascades
Grange Co-Op/Pet Country
Lithia Honda
Umpqua Dairy
WAL-MART
Ausland Group
Corey Robbins Painting
Express Employment
Lithia Springs Veterinary
Lithia Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep
(Above) Dog Walkers
(Right) Costume Contest Winners
SAVE THE DATE: 21st Annual Dog Walk is Saturday, June 2, 2012.
NEW LOOK for the DFD WEBSITE
Check it out!
We are excited to announce that our new website is completed
and up and running. The updated look and “magazine” style offer many more interactive, user-friendly features, with easy to
navigate pages.
This new website is easier to update, so we will be adding new
information frequently.
Visit us online today at dogsforthedeaf.org!
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(@DogsForTheDeaf).
CLUB
News
Dear Friends,
We are pleased to enclose our check for $393.39 collected from our spring 2011 Samboree. We hope this
contribution will help in your most important mission.
Enclosed is a donation from a small group of “elderly ladies”
who belong to and who keep the Rockwood, Illinois, Chapter
10435, Royal Neighbors of America active in our community.
We held a Silent Auction for our June project, which
went well. We are sending the proceeds to DFD
and have added a little extra money from our
general fund to help with your work.
Virginia M., President, Illinois
Judith W., State Treasurer,
New Mexico Good Sam
Enclosed please find a check which represents
donations from our play festival performances.
We again decided to donate it to Dogs for the
Deaf. I know you will find a good use for it.
Attention: Robin Dickson
Mona C., Treasurer, London Grange
It was an honor to represent you and DFD at the
opening of the Grand Chapter of Idaho Order of
the Eastern Star. Enclosed is the check which they
presented to us to send to you. Thanks again for the
opportunity to serve you.
Dick D., DFD Chairman,
Idaho State Good Sams, Idaho
Dear Ms. Miller,
The Riverside Township Lions Club
works diligently throughout the year to
raise funds that are in turn judiciously
shared with deserving organizations such
as yours. We are pleased to provide the enclosed check
in support of DFD.
Olga S., Chairperson, Illinois
Dear Robin,
Please accept the enclosed check with our best
wishes for your continued success in all the good
work your organization does from the many Good
Sam Members in Connecticut and Rhode Island. The donations were collected as the result of the combined effort of your
spokesperson and the Good Samers from many parts of our
country and Canada who were attending the Good Sam Samborees in Connecticut and Rhode Island earlier this month.
I’m so sorry this is only $35.00. Our Grange is
having a tough time since we are all in this money
crisis. I will get some toys and treats for the dogs
and send that next time, too.
Bless All of You,
Judy S., Oregon
Floyd S. Treasurer, Rhode Island Good Sam Club
Enclosed is a check for all your good work.
We the Upper Rogue Women of the
Moose contribute to all your good deeds.
We were able to squeeze in some additional
agility coaching sessions at Dog Walk, and I’m
sending this additional $100 donation for the
wonderful work you do.
Carolyn S., Sr. Regent, Oregon
Robbi B., Rogue Canine Agility, Oregon
Please find enclosed a check in the amount
of $400 from the State Grange Deaf Activities Fund. The fund is supported by contributions from Granges across the state of
Washington. Over the years we have donated to a variety of deaf programs. This year
we have chosen DFD to receive one of our contributions.
Please accept the enclosed donation check in appreciation for the fine presentation Dr. Danielle Rose made at the
North Carolina Good Sam Samboree in April. Dr. Rose
spoke to our attendees about Hearing Dogs and dogs
trained to help with autistic children. Several of the
people in attendance have autistic children in
their extended families.
Tom G., Director of Health, Hearing, and Safety
Washington State Grange
Charles B., NC Good Sam State Treasurer
CLUB
News
Continued...
Robin,
We appreciate your wonderful program.
We wish this donation from our tri-tip
sandwich sales were more. Best wishes
to you and your great group.
The Lucky Ones Forever Good Sam Chapter
California
Dear Friends,
Enclosed is a check
in the amount of $500
from the Reseda
Woman’s Club. We
enjoy your news articles and appreciate
the work you do.
Our Round-Tuit Club
attends a Good Sam
Club Samboree twice
a year, and we collect money for
your organization through our “Pot
of Gold” efforts. Our group is very
dedicated to your very worthwhile
service and is pleased to mail you
a check for $263 from our spring
2011 event.
Merrilyn L., California
Dottie L., Georgia
Beverly Z. and her Hearing Dog Jude did a demonstration for the Issaquah Valley Grange #581, Washington.
They loved learning about DFD and sent in a
$100 donation. They plan on having Beverly
and Jude back again soon and inviting more
people to hear about DFD.
Dear DFD,
The Bill Parker Sertoma Club was the fortunate recipient of a visit from Dr. Danielle Rose and her Hearing Dog Ginger. Dr. Rose presented our club with a
wonderful picture of the wonderful things your organization is doing. The Bill Parker Sertoma Club’s mission is to help hearing impaired people with programs
that help them live a better life. Our parent organization, Sertoma, Inc., has been helping hearing impaired children since 1912. Sertoma means “Service
to ManKind.” We are proud to be Sertoman’s. With
this said, we make this donation of $200 to help in
your wonderful program. Thank you for
the things you do to enrich the lives of
those who cannot hear.
James S., Secretary, North Carolina
We LOVE Visitors!
Allen and Donna V. from the Cheney Good Sam Chapter in Washington wanted
to tour DFD but had trouble finding our facility and didn’t arrive until after we were
closed. So, they spent the night and came back in the morning for a tour before
heading on their way. Thanks, Allen and Donna, for your dedication in coming to
visit.
Allen & Donna
V.
Jim and Jan D. from the Square Samers, northern California, visited recently. This chapter donates to DFD regularly and has a lot of great fund
raising ideas including their Doggie Banks where everyone puts their
loose change each evening and then turns the coins in to be sent to DFD
when the bank is full.
Kimberly M
. (DFD
and Robin Donor Support), Jan
Dickson (D
FD Pres./C & Jim D.,
EO)
Rosie W. of The Golden Campers and Pat B. from The Single Sams,
both in Washington, were on their way home from a Samboree and arrived in Oregon on a Sunday night. They camped in our parking lot, and
visited with staff and toured DFD on Monday morning.
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“Ears to You”
Letters from recipients of our special DFD dogs
Dear DFD,
I’m in recovery from knee replacement now. If the
physical therapist gets a little too demanding, Harley
figures out a way up on the table between the therapist and me and just stares at her. He helps, not only
with sounds, but with so much else.
Nancy O. and Harley, Arizona
DFD trainer Emily recently contacted one of our
recipients to see how she was doing after having
surgery. Dorothy is the partner of Hearing Dog
Mel, and they live in New York. Dorothy had only
been home from the hospital for a week when
Emily called. After telling Emily that she was doing pretty well, Dorothy said, “Mel has done a lot
to keep me going.” Dorothy will turn 90 this summer and is greatly benefitting from Mel’s help and
companionship.
My wonderful Shasta has passed on,
and I miss her so. Thank you for letting Shasta spend the eight years we
had together with me. She will always
be remembered as such a sweet, well
behaved dog. You did that, and I am
thankful to all of you. She always had
a smile on her face, but when I put her
orange vest on, she was all business.
She took being the best Hearing Dog
very seriously. Shasta was my life, and
I truly love her.
Patricia P., Oregon
Jude is really helping me with her sound
work. I’m much more relaxed these days
having her around than I’ve been in the
last several years. It’s noticeable.
We did a presentation this week for hearing people. Jude was the star! I was
showing the DFD video, and when the
oven buzzer sounded in the video, she
nudged me and tried to take me to it. It
was pretty cute! The presentation went
well and we had a great time doing it!
Thanks for Jude - she is a great help and
friend.
Scrappy is my lifeline, and I love him
dearly. He doesn’t let me out of his
sight. He is truly a God send.
Della C. and Scrappy, Washington
Bev Z. and Jude, Washington
Dear Emily and DFD,
We are so happy to have Rosie in our lives. She is sweet, energetic and mellow
- except at meal time. Wow, can she dance when it’s time to eat. Chris is truly enjoying her and is helping out with her care as well. She is proving to be a big help
to him. Thanks for all the efforts in getting her to us.
Polly Y., Chris, and Rosie, Oregon
continued . . .
Scooter is my boy! We continue to grow closer, trust
more, and are becoming a
true team. He makes me
laugh with his playfulness. He is very sweet.
He is great at alerting
me to sounds, too.
Janice J. and Scooter, Oregon
Hi Robin,
I always viewed Fanci as a gift from God, mostly because I really believe deep down that Fanci is one of
God’s Angels in disguise. We call Fanci the “Us Dog.”
We do almost everything together as a two people/
one dog team, and she is with Patricia and me almost
98% of the time. The other 2% is spent one-on-one
with either Patricia or me. Fanci helps me and works
for me, but she loves us both.
Joseph M. and Fanci, Pennsylvania
Hi Robin,
Since my dad’s diagnosis of
acute leukemia two months
ago, I’ve been spending more
time with my parents. They
seem to enjoy having Cherelle around when we visit.
Mom brought out an old bedspread just so Cherelle could
lie on the couch! It is touching
to see how my parents are
bonding with her. Cherelle
works sounds for me at my
parents’ house, too. When
Mom cooks, Cherelle lets
me know when the kitchen
timer has gone off. One time after Dad woke from
a nap, he sat up suddenly in his recliner which evidently
made a noise. Cherelle ran into the living room to check
on him. Her presence seems to help take their minds off of
Dad’s illness for a bit. Cherelle has gone with me to one of
Dad’s transfusion appointments. He later told me that the
staff at the transfusion center told him that they were very
impressed with Cherelle and enjoyed having her there.
I hand out my DFD Ambassador business cards whenever
anyone expresses an interest in or curiosity about Cherelle.
I encourage them to check out your wonderful website to
learn even more about Dogs for the Deaf.
I feel so very lucky and blessed to have her in my life. Not
only does she continue to make an important contribution to
my life, but now she is making a contribution to my parents’
life as well.
Hugs to Everyone at DFD,
Karen B. and Cherelle, Oregon
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 principal remains invested in the Endowment Fund, and the interest 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 administrative 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 Endowment 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.
Behind the Kennel Door...
a Harmony’s Hound Success Story
By Beth Hay, Client Services Coordinator
What is a Harmony’s Hound? Harmony was a dog who, part way through
her training, we found had a serious medical condition. We treated her and
then kept her until we found someone who would adopt her into their home
and heart and provide the medical care she needed. Thus, Harmony’s
Hounds are dogs who have a special physical or emotional need
of their own and are in need of special care.
No shelter dog comes with a guarantee to be completely sound and healthy. There are
many hidden medical conditions that prevent the dogs from being Assistance Dogs.
With dogs in the Harmony’s Hounds program, our DFD trainers and staff fully evaluate
the dogs’ abilities, personality, and special needs. Then we look for a home and family
that will be able to willingly meet those special needs, fully disclosing everything we
know about the dog and helping them figure out how to provide the best possible care.
This is one of the many reasons that the “matchmaking” process here at DFD between
dogs and people is so successful.
Winston
WINSTON’S STORY
To look at Winston, you wouldn’t know he had a medical condition. Yet, during his medical examination, we found he had
elbow dysplasia. This, of course, prevented him from becoming an Assistance Dog. Winston is a typical young Lab - very
playful and friendly, but his playfulness has to be monitored carefully because of the elbow dysplasia. He is 80 pounds of
loving Yellow Lab and was here at DFD for almost 11 months until we found the right home for him. After careful screening,
we found a home for Winston with an active, loving family. They make sure his special needs are met. Winston will need
to continue to be on a controlled diet and a managed exercise program for his whole life. His placement occurred right as this issue of the “Canine Listener” was going to press so you will read more about Winston in
the Placement Highlights section of our fall issue.
UPDATE: Brody appeared in the last issue of the Canine Listener’s “Behind the Kennel Door” article.
He’s still looking for his forever home. Brody is 11 years old and in good health.
He needs a home with no children where he is the only dog.
“On Deck” - Meet 2 of our Dogs in Training
DFD All-Stars
DFD All-Stars
Rugby
Cooper
Height: 11 inches
Weight: 13 lbs.
Age: 3 years
Breed: Terrier mix (possibly Yorkie/Cairn but might
be bear cub/raccoon)
Height: 12 inches
Weight: 17 1/2 lbs.
Age: 4 1/2 years
Breed: Corgi/Spaniel mix
Recruited from: Mesquite
Animal Services, Texas
Position: Hearing Dog Trainee
Talents: Can do a full body wag and, when at
the mall, can charm shoppers into saying hi to
him by “waving” with his two front paws.
Enjoys: Lawn surfing with Labrador buddy &
tug toy in play yard.
Biggest accomplishment in training: Learning how to walk down the stairs.
Nicknames: Depends on his hair, which is
different every time he wakes up from a nap “Rock Star,” “Wolfman.”
Position: Yet to be determined
Talents: Great sense of hearing. Ability to
multitask... plays fetch and keeps critters out of
yard at the same time.
Enjoys: Sitting on a lap while his person
reads or works on the computer - he even
helps with typing! Loves to play ball & enjoys
back rubs.
Special Need: This blonde boy is sensitive...
all the way down to his tummy.
Brody
New Holiday Cards
A
gain this year, we are offering our popular, beautiful holiday
cards. This year’s design is an elegant card with a photo of
DFD Hearing Dog Finley on a background of holiday green.
Our logo and the words “Season’s Greetings” are printed in a festive
font. The message inside (see below) is in the same holiday green
as the photo background.
These beautiful cards will let those hard-to-buy-for friends, relatives,
and business associates know that you have remembered them
with a gift in their name to help the special work of DFD.
Please, we ask a minimum donation of $15.00 per card. Just mail us the
check, indicate the number of cards you want, and we will send them to you.
An additional BONUS this year! We have a limited supply of Holiday Cards
from previous years. For orders of 10 cards or more, we will send you TWO
ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY CARDS from our previous years’ collection, while
supplies last.
In order to assure delivery prior to Christmas, we must receive your order
by no later than December 16. We cannot provide priority or overnight mail
unless you include the extra postage costs.
You may also call, write, e-mail, or fax and use your VISA, Master Card,
Discover, or American Express.
In celebration of the Holiday Season,
a gift has been made in your name to
Dogs for the Deaf.
This gift will help rescue dogs and
professionally train them to assist and
enhance the lives of people
who are deaf or hard of hearing,
have autism, or have other challenges.
To Dogs for the Deaf,
Your organization is to be commended for not using funds received
to send out various items to solicit donations. How many address labels, calendars, etc. can one use? Apparently those in charge at DFD recognize
this waste. Also, I must say, I do appreciate receiving your newsletter regularly. I read it all and enjoy the articles. Thank you for all you are doing.
Phyllis L., New Jersey
Dear Emily,
I have been very impressed with the process that you have in place for your
dogs. Although I have worked with dogs and rescue programs for many years,
rarely have I seen such a well thought out and executed placement process.
Congratulations!!! I am more than happy to help with any dog issues with
Rosie and contact you so that I use the same training methods you used on
Rosie. It makes it so much easier for the dog if there is some consistency.
Darlene G., Washington
Rosie & Chris
(Editor’s note: All of our dogs receive obedience training during their time in training
at DFD. When each dog is placed, we match the recipient with a dog trainer in their
local area and have the new team participate in obedience classes. This reinforces
the training the dog received from us, and it also helps the recipient and dog bond
and work together. Darlene is the trainer who is helping Chris and Rosie develop their
working relationship.)
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.
Fundraising
Ideas
Dear Robin,
Due to failing health, I was unable to attend Dog Walk. I can’t drive,
so I tried to walk as much as possible to collect donations. Actually I
covered more territory than I thought possible. The biggest problem is
the economic issue. I contacted businesses, friends and neighbors. I
am sorry I couldn’t do better. I care a great deal for your wonderful organization and the work you do for all those in need of your help, both
humans and animals. Please know you and everyone at Dogs for the
Deaf are in my prayers daily. Thank you for all the love and compassion
you have. May God richly bless you.
Dr. Carronne C., Oregon
Dear DFD,
My classroom saved pop tabs all school
year. This year’s collection filled more than
four recycling tubs and weighed in at 192
pounds! We are happy to donate $164.00
to DFD which includes a generous donation from our recycler. Thank you for all
the wonderful work you do with dogs to improve the lives of adults and children.
Leslie P., Art Teacher
Pine Creek Elementary School
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Pennsylvania
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Dear DFD,
My name is Abby, and I just turned
eleven years old in May. I live outside of Boston and just completed
fifth grade at the Rashi School. For
my birthday this year, I raised $74.00
for Dogs for the Deaf. I did this by asking some of my
birthday party guests to bring a check for you.
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Thank You, CFC
We 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 annual 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 donations 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.
Thank you,
Penny Harvest
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We received the card above
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the students of PS 197
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Dear People,
Please add my two nieces to your mailing list; they
are dog people, too, and I feel their connection to
DFD could be beneficial to everyone. What you do
is more wonderful than words can express, and
reading all the wonderful stories and letters is practically more than my heart can take! I wish I were
in a stronger position (financially, physically…you
name it) and could be able to do more to aid the
effort to help so many deserving people. Thank you
for everything you do.
Laura P., California
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kennel crew,
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Jean A., Oregon
Hello Dogs for the Deaf,
Enclosed is a check for an order/donation. I’m living with an elderly parent at
her temporary residence. Unfortunately, we lost our
home of 16 years to the economy in Arizona. Anyway, my finances are very tight. However, please
find enclosed an amount I’m able to donate this
time. Your efforts are so appreciated! My goal is to
return to school to complete my Master’s in Social Work. Take care, and your work will always
be strong in our family’s heart.
Laura A., Nevada
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Imagine...
• a deaf person not knowing when a family
member is in trouble and calling for help.
• a child with autism bolting and running into a
busy street
• someone (child or adult) who has been
abused being interviewed by investigators or
court room advocates
• a special needs teacher with a room of children with disabilities
and challenges
• a veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder
• someone who has had a stroke or serious injury and needs to
endure painful rehabilitation
• someone with depression not wanting to live anymore
These are all real life situations that happen countless times every
day. They involve frustration, pain, danger, and sometimes even loss
of life.
Dogs for the Deaf now trains more than Hearing Dogs. We also train
dogs for children with autism, professionals who work with people
with disabilities, and people with depression, panic/anxiety attacks,
post-traumatic stress disorder, stroke, etc.
At DFD, our work and mission are to help alleviate these dangers
and frustrations by placing professionally trained dogs with people with various disabilities and challenges. The dogs are rescued from shelters, specially trained, and placed with applicants all across
the U.S. free of charge.
Hi Carrie,
My neighbors gave Finley a “dog shower” to welcome
him to the neighborhood. Finley received donations,
toys, and treats. A good time was had by all of us.
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Please continue to support the special work and mission
of Dogs for the Deaf
You can donate...
• through our website: www.dogsforthedeaf.org
• by fax with a credit card: 541-826-6696
• over the phone with a credit card: 541-826-9220
• through the mail: 10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR 97502
Your donation will enable us to continue making the miracles you read about in this newsletter.
Why be a Guardian Angel?
Choosing to be a Guardian Angel for Dogs for the Deaf became a reality to me after being
a recipient of one of their rescued and professionally trained Hearing Dogs for almost
14 years. I am so moved by all the training that went into my once-stray dog. In turn
he gave me unconditional love, companionship, devotion, and a big helping paw by
alerting me to sounds I cannot hear on my own. I miss him dearly. He was MY
Guardian Angel.
Bonnie H., Oregon
After volunteering for a few years, we found DFD to have an excellent “dollars to cause”
ratio so we chose to become DFD Guardian Angels. Then, when we revised our wills, we
included DFD as a beneficiary. We knew that any money left to DFD would be well managed,
and we would be providing a wonderful future for otherwise expendable dogs while helping people with disabilities
at the same time. We have enjoyed volunteering at DFD and are pleased with the growth since we started in 1998.
David and Lois R., Oregon
Here is what your
contribution 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
nationwide 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.
Your bequest to DFD can do it all - rescue dogs, serve people
with disabilities, and stretch your dollars to the max - making a huge difference. I love the fact that the leadership of
DFD is so impeccably accountable and responsible in every
way. My deep love of dogs coupled with my life-long desire
to help others in a meaningful, lasting way prompted me to
become a DFD Guardian Angel. I am extremely interested in
the new and expanded programs at DFD that save more dogs
and help more people. Their planning is meticulous, and they
demonstrate true warmth and love for both dogs and people.
Marian M., Nevada
For more information about becoming a Guardian Angel
or making an estate gift, please contact
Robin Dickson, President/CEO of DFD, by e-mail: robin@
dogsforthedeaf.org, or call (541) 826-9220.
When I use my wheelchair,
Meka rides on my lap and
looks around. We volunteer
in the Respite Care area at
Skylark Assisted Living.
When participants are at
respite, while their caregivers are having a break,
they are often agitated
and ask for Meka. They
are so glad to see her, and she helps calm
them. She is a great help to me and lots of
others, too.
Lauren S. and Meka, Oregon
“Live News Feed”
Comments from our DFD Facebook Fans
We love what you guys stand for! Thanks for all that you do.
~ WAM Enterprises, via Twitter
The new web site is fantastic!
~ Holly H., via Facebook
Hello Dog for the Deaf. I really admire your passion of saving the lives of dogs.
I’m also a dog lover like you. So just continue what you are doing and God will
help you. Thank you so much. ~ Catherine V., via Facebook
FACEBOOK FUNNY PHOTO CAPTION CONTEST WINNER!
We asked Facebook fans to submit funny captions for the photo on the right.
Paula K. submitted the following - "Oh My Dog, the Wicked Witch is dead, ding
dong, the Wicked Witch is dead. Now where’s my treats or I will get you my
pretty. BOL BOL" (BOL means Bark Out Loud) Paula was the winner of one of
our Giving Bands sets along with a great DFD Dog Bone water bottle!
Creative Internet Fundraising Ideas
Shop online to help our dogs and those who need them…
Dogs are not only "man's best friend," but they are also known to carry
out many life-saving tasks - such as our DFD dogs have done. One way
of saying thank you to these very special dogs and to support our mission
is by shopping online at www.iGive.com/DFD, where up to 30% of every
purchase is donated to Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. At iGive.com membership
is free. Also, you will receive notice of free shipping offers and great savings weekly! So don’t wait; go visit the Mall at iGive.com, where you can
browse 650+ stores, including PETsMART.com, Pet Food Direct, PETCO,
DogToys.com, JC Penney, Dell.com, Barnes & Noble, and much more! Donation amounts vary by retailer.
There is no cost to you; it’s tax deductible, and 100% of the donation goes to DFD!
Now you can shop online at eBay AND help DFD at the same time!
Just use the eBay “Give at Checkout” feature, which allows eBay
users to add a donation to any purchase for their favorite non-profit
organization when they pay using PayPal.
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 News & Events section) and sign up to receive our newsletter. And, please remember to notify us if
you change your e-mail address.
DFD Wins with Chase
Dogs for the Deaf was nominated to compete in Round 1
of the CHASE Community Giving Spring 2011 program.
CHASE Community Giving is a program that allows Facebook users to vote for charities that matter most to them. By participating, users help CHASE direct corporate
philanthropic dollars to eligible organizations. CHASE Community Giving began in 2009, aiming to inspire a
new way of corporate giving. CHASE wanted to give the community the opportunity to decide which charities
should share in a portion of its annual philanthropy funds.
The Facebook community has spoken!
Thanks to overwhelming support by Facebook fans worldwide, DFD ended Round 1 in 13th place amongst
competing charities from all across the United States. This made us eligible to receive a $25,000.00 grant from
CHASE, along with the rest of the top 100 U.S. charities from Round 1.
Next, it was on to Round 2.
In Round 2, we were asked to share our "Big Idea" with the Facebook community about how our organization
would use the grant to further our mission. DFD submitted our "Big Idea," along with a video and photos showing some of our special dogs and the people that they help.
Once again, Facebook fans worldwide stepped up to the challenge. DFD placed 19th out of the top 100 nonprofit organizations from Round 1, receiving 6,384 votes, which earned DFD another $20,000.00 grant from
Chase.
Just think how many more dogs we can rescue and people we can help with these grant funds! YOU helped
us to accomplish this with a click of a mouse - by voting, by e-mailing your friends, and by sharing the contest
information on your Facebook page or in your Twitter feed. With those simple actions YOU made a HUGE difference in the lives of dogs and the people they will help.
Thank you, and thank you CHASE Community Giving!
Hattie, my Hearing Dog, was in my
wedding. She was so perfect. She went
on our honeymoon to Myrtle Beach,
and she had a blast! She was so happy, relaxed, and so well behaved. Our
wedding and honeymoon would not
have been the same without her. She became the mascot of our condominium complex, and the staff and
park personnel at Myrtle Beach
State Park loved her.
Jen H. and Hattie, Pennsylvania
Watch for DFD in Print and on TV
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, hoping 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.
O bituaries
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of any of the dogs we rescue, train, and place. These
wonderful friends have provided many years of faithful service and love, and they will be fondly remembered by those who loved them. They also received a wonderful, loving life in return.
• SABRE served as the faithful Hearing Dog of Nikki S. for 12 years.
• SHASTA was placed with Patricia P. in 2003 and provided sound awareness and companionship for 8 years.
• GAUGE was with Lisa H. for a little over 11 years and alerted her to sounds and provided companionship and increased independence.
• BILLY BUD was the faithful Hearing Dog of Ron G. for 13 years. (see cover story)
• MUFFIN was the Career Change Dog and best friend of Bill and Lou B. for six years.
It is also very sad to lose those on the human side of the teams we place.
• MARION PAUL passed away recently at the age of 103. She had three of our Hearing Dogs
over the years - Smoky, Summer, and Flossie. Marion was alert and active and always had
the most incredible sense of humor. She went for a helicopter ride on her 103rd birthday!
In Memory of
We are sad to let you know
about the passing of Trickie, one
of our demonstration dogs. Trickie, a Keeshond mix, was rescued
from the Yreka Animal Shelter in 2002 and began Hearing
Dog training. We found he didn’t have the motivation to work
the sounds on a regular basis. He preferred just relaxing and
being petted. Beth Hay, our Client Services Coordinator, adopted Trickie and worked with him to become a Therapy Dog
and began visiting nursing homes and the veterans’ hospitals.
As Trickie matured, we decided to see if he might possibly be
suited to be a demonstration dog, showing people how we train
Hearing Dogs. While he didn’t want to work 24/7 for someone
who has hearing loss, he proved very willing to show off his skills
to an audience.
Trickie
As one of our demonstration dogs, Trickie educated many people
about how we trained the dogs to help people with hearing loss.
Trickie
This spring Trickie started having some kidney problems. We tried some treatments, but, sadly,
they didn’t work. Beth and the veterinarian decided there was nothing that could be done to give
Trickie any quality of life, so, he peacefully went to sleep. Trickie lived 13 years and spent most
of that time educating people about Dogs for the Deaf. Thanks, Trickie, we miss you.
ATTENTION CFC DONORS!
For those of you who donate
through the Combined Federal
Campaign, we are now listed in
the “Animal Charities of America”
section, #10969.
Moved?
Changed your e-mail address?
Let us know...
Help us conserve donor dollars by making sure we
have your most up-to-date contact information.
Send address changes to:
[email protected]
or mail to Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.
10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502
DOGS FOR THE DEAF
rescues/trains/places six types of dogs to help with different disabilities, challenges, and needs.
Hearing Dogs
Autism Assistance Dogs
Program Assistance Dogs
Miracle Mutts (special dogs for special people)
Harmony’s Hounds (dogs with special needs)
Career Change Dogs
HEARING DOGS are trained to alert people to household sounds that are necessary for everyday safety and independence. They are trained to make physical contact and lead their person to the source of the sound. By providing 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, 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 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 confidence 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 evaluation 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.
Tour Dogs for the Deaf
We would love to have you visit our facility in Central
Point, Oregon. We will show you a 20-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
From the Biddle Road/Table Rock Road intersection it is
Friday, except for holidays. RV parking is available.
Write or call for directions and to make a reservation for approximately nine miles to Wheeler Rd. (You will cross the Rogue
River before coming to Wheeler.) Watch for mile marker 10 —
a tour. Come on out to see us. We’ll be looking forward to
this is where you turn left onto Wheeler.
meeting you!
Planned Giving… Creating a Legacy
It is your right to choose who benefits from your estate after your death. Don’t let the
state do it for you! A valid will or trust is the only way to protect your loved ones and to
designate and benefit a charity. If you were to die without a will or trust, the laws of your
state would determine the distribution of your property as it sees 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 anytime. 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, financial 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.
Charitable Remainder
Bequest/Will or Trust
Securities/Stock
Trust Life Insurance or IRA
Bargain Sale on property
Outright cash amount
Charitable Gift Annuity
Charitable Lead Trust
For more information on making a charitable gift through your estate planning, please contact:
Dogs for the Deaf - Robin Dickson, CEO/President at (541) 826-9220 ext. 313.
Treat Your Dog to the Best!
Pet-O-Bed has generously donated their wonderful beds for the dogs in
training to use. We can unequivocally say that the dogs love their Pet-O-Beds!
Pet-O-Beds have six inches of polyurethane foam with a unique contoured sleeping (nesting) area, making
them the ultimate in comfort. Pets scratch other beds because they are trying to create a nesting area. Pet-OBed has a built-in nesting area. These beds also have durable covers that can be machine washed over and
over and slip on and off like a contoured sheet — no zippers. Pet-O-Beds come in different sizes, and several
cover options are available. For more information on these great pet beds, contact:
Tell them you heard
1-800-PET-O-BED
(1-800-738-6233) P.O. Box 582, Myersville, MD 21773 • www.PetoBed.com
Nupro Dog Supplement
Nutri-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 appearance. 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 732-786-8822
Nutri Pet Research, Inc. - 227 Hwy. 33 East,
Manalapan, NJ 07726
email: [email protected] website nuprosupplements.com
about this product from
Dogs for the Deaf.
The KONG Company
Donates 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 chewing and licking their way through such delicacies as banana KONGS,
KONGSICLES, cream cheese KONGS, and turkey and mashed potato KONGS. Our dogs also get part of each meal from a KONG that
keeps them busy between training sessions. This helps alleviate barking, 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.
Page 22 • Canine Listener • Spring 2010
Notes from Robin
First of all, I want to thank those
of you who sent in notes of congratulations and stories for the
Book of Remembrance in recognition of my 30th anniversary with
Dogs for the Deaf. They were
sweet, meaningful, and funny.
Some I had forgotten all about,
so it brought back great memories. Thank you for making this anniversary extra special. Since the book is still
in progress, you can still send in a memory for inclusion. I
would love to hear from you.
How can it possibly have been 30 years? It seems like
time just flew by. We have built a firm foundation, rescued
thousands of dogs, and helped even more people. As we
begin the second half of 2011, we are continuing to develop plans that will enable us to help even more dogs and
people.
With the addition of training programs to help children with
autism and people with depression, panic/anxiety attacks,
post-traumatic stress disorder, stroke, arthritis, etc., we
are now able to adopt a wider variety of dogs and help
people with a wider variety of disabilities and challenges.
The infrastructure is in place, and we are placing these
new types of dogs and encouraging people to apply for
them. Of course, we are still training and placing the very
best Hearing Dogs, just as we have done for 34 years.
This means not only helping people with hearing loss but
also helping
• keep autistic children safe and enhance their development
• alleviate depression and loneliness in elderly people
• enable teachers, counselors, and other professionals to work more effectively with their students, patients, and clients
• rehabilitation patients gain strength and increase
mobility and strength
• veterans and others with post-traumatic stress disorder or panic/anxiety attacks function more effectively
With these developments, we are now putting into effect
some changes that will bring new eyes, new ideas, and
new talents to DFD. Staff will not be spread so thin, and
we will be able to make the best use of everyone’s skills
and talents. This will make DFD an even better organization than it has been.
Stay tuned for the next issue for more details and have a
wonderful rest of the summer.
As always, thank you for your continuing and faithful support. We love all of you—our DFD family.
President/CEO
Lance continues to amaze me. Not only does he help
me by alerting me to sounds, but he learns new words
regularly and seems to understand short sentences. He
will stop on his way to dinner if I say, “Let’s take your
harness off.” Please use the enclosed check to help
another “cute” dog.
Clare N. and Lance, 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 number, 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 pictured 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 correspondence, 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!
Memorial Tributes in Memory of . . .
Donations have been received in memory of the following people who lived lives of
love, compassion, and concern for both people and animals:
If your donation was received:
January 1 to March 31
April 1 to June 30
July 1 to September 30
October 1 to December 31
Fran Adams
Henry Aho
Philomena Baldino
Joyce Baldwin
Carol Barnes
Jean E. Barnes
Aggie Barrett
Pearl Bartling
Mike Biggerstaff
Clinton Bisom
Dorothy Bisom
Sylvia H. Bonaguidi
Carmen Borbonus
Bill Boren
Mary Ellen Boyer
Bob Brown
Mrs. Dagne Burt
Burdette F. Cambis
Charles Carmack
Bob Carroll
Robert M. Carroll
Robert M. Carroll, Jr.
Phil Caruso
Glenna Chiaramonte
Bill Clair
Jean Coolidge
Irma Cox
James Warren Creger
Memorial will appear in the:
Spring issue
Summer issue
Fall issue
Winter issue
Rusty & Earl Daisy & their
critters
Lynn Deacon
Delores Payne’s sister
Mrs. Helen Densin
Charles Dostal
Norman Earle
Arthur Easop
Jack Elliott
Bob Elvin
Alex J. Farlie
Zane Faurot
Bob Feistner
Nelton Foster
Bill Fredericks
Mildred L. Gibson
Marcus Gordon
Charles W. Gosting
Flossie Hahn
Gladys Hedlund
Geneva Hendrickson
Marilyn Hildreth
Denis Hill
Jimmie Huff
Joyce Ivines
Melvin Jacobson
Trudye E. Kehl
Sandra Lee Koskondy
~ B e q uests
Marian G. Beers Trust
Lynn Nichols Boozer Trust
Candyce Colvin Living Trust
Which is mailed in:
May
August
November
February
Ray Kreps
Michael Libonati
Ron Lycar
Joan Kathleen MacDonald
Don Maggard
Ruth Manary
Lydia Martin
Otto Thomas Martin
Don McKee
Billy McPhearson
Eric Mendel
John Meyer
Sandra ‘Sandy’ R. Minor
Sandy Minor
Charles V. Morgan
Dorothy Morris
Rosalee Jackson’s mother
William H. Newell
Mary Niswander
Karen Ortega-Sedlar
Elsie Osten
Naomi Paintin
Mrs. Wilma Paplea
Barbara Pennington
Geary James Peterson
Ralph Piehl
Wilford ‘Bill’ Prosch, Jr.
Beryl Rayborn
Mel Ritchie
Soretta Robin
Duane & Bingo Robinson
Carmelo Rocca
Giuseppina Smilovich Rocca
Renato Tito Rocca
Gianfranco Rocca
Salvatore Smilovich
Lucia Zullia
Claudio Zullia
Fabrizio Zullia
Baron Sirotti
Trina Sirotti
Willa Sirotti
Rene Schweitzer
Mary Elizabeth Simms
Smitty Smith
Lucy Tervo
Judy Trainham
Betty Vanderwark
Roger Vincent
William ‘Bill’ Wall
Al Walradt
Floribel Wehmeyer
JoAnn West
Shirley Whitfield
Michael Yeager
Elizabeth Zimmer
April 1st through June 30, 2011 ~
Stella W. Julian Trust
William Lieberth Estate
Ramey Trust
Memorial Tributes in Memory of Pets
We would also like to pay tribute to those beloved, departed pets
who have been remembered by their owners and families.
Annie Ruth
Baby Girl
Bear
Bear Miller
Beau
Bonbon
Brownie
Cali
Cap, Cindy, Cecil
Carlita
Cash
Chester
Daisy
Dermot
Duke
Ebony
Elka
Frito
Future Johnson (HD)
Gracie
Hannah Drucker
Jazzy
Julie
Kipper
Lady
Lahdee
Lizzie
Lucky
Lucy
Luna Obscura
Mac
Mach Xena CGC
Maggie
Mallory
Marta Feather
Mickey
Miss Chewey
Mr. Tyson & Zeus
Omar
Oreo
Patch
Peaches & Kisha Meacham
Peanut
Peegee, Montana, Rocky,
Figi
Pinky
Raj
Raleigh Fraser
Rhino
Rico
Riley
Rocky & Taz
Roxy
Ryka Stellute
Shamara
Sherman, Satya & Sally
Baron Sirotti
Trina Sirotti
Willa Sirotti
Tally
Trickie
Trickie Hay
Xena
Zara
New to the Canine Listener!
In Honor Of...
Our newsletter has always featured the names of people and pets who have passed on and been memorialized with donations to DFD. New in this issue, we are listing the names of people and pets who have been
honored by friends and relatives with a donation to DFD for a special occasion. These people and pets are
very much alive, and the donation is honoring a special occasion or achievement. This might include birthdays,
anniversaried, graduations, Mother’s/Father’s Day, Christmas, a special achievement, etc., etc.
We greatly appreciate these special In Honor Of... donations and always send the person or pet
a nice card telling of their friend’s donation in their honor.
Special occasion cards from DFD are a great way to honor a special occasion or achievement in your
favorite animal lover’s life. It’s easy to send one - just visit our website at
dogsforthedeaf.org/special-donation to send yours today!
PEOPLE
Josh Bieber’s 50th Birthday
Florence Calzacorta,
Thinking of you
Pat Collins
Don Demaline
Ann Dredla,
Happy Mothers Day
Brian Glascock’s 50th
Birthday
Jeannine Hubbard
Krissy’s Birthday
Barbara D. Lee’s Birthday
Le-Tho’s Birthday
Gennie MacKinnon
Johnna Marlow
Gordon & Martha
McKinney’s Birthdays
Gary & Katerine Milbrand’s
50th Wedding Anniversary
Nancy Otte’s Birthday
Bob & Laura Phillips,
Thank You
Ellen Richardson’s Birthday
Beverley Rotert’s Birthday
Rachel Salzer
John Schiavoni,
Happy Fathers Day
Glenn Schmitt’s Birthday
Singer-Kearfott Division
Retirees
Julie Stephens,
Thinking of you
Jack Stout’s Birthday
Stacy Tollie’s Birthday
Tristini Tomlinson’s Birthday
Walter C. Warren
Kim Weinstock, Congrats
Tom & Sharlene Wheeler’s
50th Wedding Anniversary
Judy Wunderlich,
Happy Mother’s Day
PETS
Ashley Madison,
Congrats
Cosmo
Finley (Hearing Dog)
Juno
NEW DOGS FOR THE DEAF DVD
Hot Off the Duplicating Equipment - Available NOW!
We are proud to announce that we have a brand new DVD available that gives an inside
look at all we do at DFD.
This DVD includes updated information on all the types of dogs we are
now training - Hearing Dogs, Autism Assistance Dogs, Program Assistance Dogs, and Miracle Mutts. It shows dogs in training, and includes
testimonials from our recipients. It is beautifully done in HD and is truly a
professional production.
Gayle Wilson
Carrie B., DFD Trainer,
working with the dogs
If you live too far away to visit us, this is an excellent way to learn more
about DFD and “tour” our facility.
We also hope you will consider showing this DVD to others in your area, educating individuals and clubs about
the services we provide - rescuing dogs and helping people with a variety of disabilities. This is an excellent
opportunity to help our DFD family expand and have more people supporting our work and mission. Hopefully,
it will also encourage people who might benefit from one of our specially trained dogs to apply for a dog.
On this DVD, there are two versions - 20 minutes and 4 minutes. This gives you flexibility, according to the time
you have available for showing it.
This DVD is available for purchase for $12.00 or you can borrow it for a two-week period at no charge - just pay
return postage. We hope you enjoy the video and that you share it.
Special thanks to DFD Board Member Gayle Wilson for writing and directing this production and to the Oregon
Good Sam Club members and chapters for funding a major portion of the cost of production.
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.
Use this Coupon to Remember a Special Occasion or Friend!
08/11
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In June our Pres./CEO,
Robin Dickson, and demonstration dog Bonsai attended the Grand Lodge
Annual Convention of the Benevolent,
Patriotic Order of Does in Des Moines,
Iowa. This group is the women’s auxiliary of
the Elks Club, and they have been generously donating to DFD for many years. On
the opening night of the convention, Jo Newton, their Public Relations Committee Chair,
presented Robin with a check for DFD for
$25,202.75. This represented their fundraising efforts for the first six months of the year!
These generous ladies continue to be very
excited to help DFD rescue dogs and help
people with hearing loss, autism, and other
disabilities and challenges. There was hardly a dry eye in the room as Robin told about
some of the things these specially trained
dogs have done in the past year to help their
human partners. Thank you BPO DOES for
your continuing hard work and dedication to
helping DFD.
DFD Legal/Financial Information
Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. makes every effort to maintain required charity registrations at state and federal levels.
Our philosophy at Dogs for the Deaf has always been to be extremely diligent in following state and federal rules and regulations. In order to continue this due
diligence, we are enclosing the information below because various states are now requiring that we include it in all informational correspondence we send out.
FL - A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Florida Division of Consumer Services by calling 1-800-435-7352 toll-free within the state.
Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
MD - A copy of the current financial statement of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. is available by writing 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, Oregon 97502 or calling 1-800-990-3647.
Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House,
Annapolis, MD, 21401, 410-974-5534.
MS - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. Registration
by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement by the Secretary of State.
NC - Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. The license is not an
endorsement by the State.
NJ - Information filed with the Attorney General concerning this charitable solicitation and the percentage of contributions received by the charity during the last reporting period that
were dedicated to the charitable purpose may be obtained from the Attorney General of New Jersey by calling 973-504-6215 and is available on the internet at http://www.state.nj.us/
lps/ca/charfrm.htm Registration with the Attorney General does not imply endorsement.
NY - A copy of our latest annual report may be obtained, upon request, from Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. or from the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, Attn: FOIL Officer,
120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.
PA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania,
1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
VA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Virginia State Office of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Agriculture and
Consumer Affairs at PO Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218 upon request. Registration does not imply endorsement.
WA - The official registration and financial information of Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. may be obtained from the Washington Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-800-332-GIVE.
Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement by the Secretary of State.
WV - West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, West Virginia, 25305.
Registration does not imply endorsement.
Back by Popular Demand...
CAJUN’S SONG
A fun book for children and adults with a beautiful story about a lonely dog in a
shelter. Cajun is rescued by DFD and becomes a very special Hearing Dog and
best friend of Janice, a woman who is deaf. Fabulous color pictures with both
English and Spanish wording. Makes a wonderful gift.
#BK CAJUNSNG.......... 15.00
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KNOWING
YOUR PET’S HEALTH
A Guide for Optimal Wellness
from Snout to Tail written by
Thom Somes, the “Pet Safety
Guy.” Learn about the 5 components of the “Optimal Healthy
Lifestyle” for your pets, as well as
pet emergency preparedness.
FOR EVERY DOG
AN ANGEL
This wonderful hard-cover book is
written and illustrated by Christine
Davis. It is the perfect way to remember that timeless connection to your
special four-legged friend.
#BK EVRYDGANGEL.......... 10.00
#BK KNOWPETHLTH.......... 15.00 REDUCED PRICE! 12.00
Chew On Things - It Helps You Think:
Words of Wisdom from a Worried Canine
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. Worrywart, Dogtor of Philosophy, to a human
mom, his psychiatrist.
#BK CHEWONTHNG .................... 15.00
DOGGIE ANGEL PIN
Beautiful pewter silver dog with
gold wings and a halo.
#SU ANGELDOG . . . . . .5.00
THE
SHELTER DOG
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.
#BK SHELTERDG.......... 12.00
I LOVE YOU PINS
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 BLU
Bl/wh paw................... 4.00
#SU ILUVUPIN WHI
Wh/bl paw................... 4.00
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 silicone 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)
EMBROIDERED
DFD LOGO POLO SHIRT
This Cotton Deluxe Polo shirt by Anvil is
pre-shrunk and made of 100% cotton. It
comes in navy or heather gray with the
DFD logo embroidered on the left chest.
The DFD logo is embroidered in taupe
on the navy polo and in navy blue on the
heather gray polo.
FLEECE JACKETS
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 - XL .................. 34.00
LADIES - Sky Blue Fleece Jacket
Femine cut runs a bit small, so DFD suggests ordering
one size larger than your usual Ladies size
#CL DGBONEFLCW: M - XL .................... 34.00
#CL POLO NVY Navy - Available in sizes L & XL..........23.00
#CL POLO GRY Heather Gray - Sizes L - XXL...............23.00
KALEIDOSCOPE T-SHIRT
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 M - XXL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.00
I’M ALL EARS
T-SHIRT
A darling waggingtailed 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.
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
SIGN LANGUAGE
T-SHIRT
“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.
#CL SLANGT BLU Metro Blue: M, XL & XXL
#CL SLANGT PUR Purple: XL & XXL ............10.00
WORKOUT
SWEATSHIRT
& T-SHIRT
#CL EARLT MAR Maroon
Available in sizes L & XL .................................................... 16.00
#CL EARLT NVY Navy Blue
Available in size XL......................................................... 16.00
Red & blue logo design on a
cozy heather gray Hanes Comfort Blend sweatshirt and Hanes
Beefy-T shirt.
WILL WORK FOR
TOYS & TREATS
T-SHIRT
#CL WRKOUTSS Sweatshirt Available in size XL . . . . . . . . . . ... .20.00
#CL WRKOUTT T-Shirt - Available in sizes
S, XL, XXL, XXXL . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
REDUCED..........................12.00
Show your playful personality
with this fun, Stonewash Plum
t-shirt.
#SL WWFTT STW
Available in sizes M - XXL............................19.00
Close up of our logo
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NEW
2011 DOGS for the DEAF STORY on DVD
We have a brand new video available telling the DFD story. Each DVD includes a
shorter, 4-minute version & longer 20-minute version. This is excellent for showing to your service clubs, church groups, etc. Available for purchase or loan.
DVD #SU DFDDVD�� 12.00
KIDS’ FUN PACK
Fun for kids... or adults! Fun Packs
contain coloring book, plush toy, color-it-yourself t-shirt in two different
designs, and fabric crayons. Create
your own work of art!
#PK KIDFNPK2
Kids’ sizes L & XL......................... 14.00
#PK KIDFNPK1
Kids’ sizes M - XL.................................. 14.00
Caution: Some of the items in the Kids Fun Pack are
not suitable for children under the age of three.
We strongly recommend adult supervision during the use
of the Pentel Fabricfun Pastel Dye Sticks.
HEARING DOG UNIVERSITY
ZIP-UP HOODIE
Snuggle up this winter in
this warm zip-up hoodie,
grey, with pockets and
a smaller sized logo
on the left chest.
RAINBOW T-SHIRT
Wearing this fun and unique
shirt is a great way to show
your support for DFD. The
black, 100% cotton Hanes
Beefy t-shirt has a colorful rainbow print design.
*color blending will vary with
this rainbow effect
#CL RNBWT BLK Adult T-shirt
M - XXXL...................18.00
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
Khaki with navy embroidery.
One size fits all
#CP CORDBBALL KHA
Khaki w/navy embroidery..........................15.00
PLAYTIME T-SHIRT
#1706 Birch Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
Available in sizes L & XL ............................... 33.00
ATTENTION ALL CHEFS!
DFD’s official apron has pockets across
the bottom and is great to use for everything from BBQ’ing to crafts. This apron
comes in Natural color and has our logo
with the words “Everything Tastes Better
with Dog Hair!”
#CL Apron 1SZ............................. 15.00
This cute shirt comes in two colors and has three
adorable dogs happily playing and enjoying life. Their
happiness and the bright four-color design are sure to
make anyone who sees this shirt smile.
#CL PLYTMT CC - Charcoal
Available in sizes S - XL.....................14.00
#CL PLYTMT TL - Teal
Available in sizes S, M & XL...............14.00
DFD WINDOW CLING
DOG BONE
WATER BOTTLE
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 easily and re-used, unlike window
stickers or bumper stickers.
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!
#SU WINDOWCLING . . . . . . . .1.00
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#MC DGBONEWB WBLU . . . . 5.00
PLAYING CARD
TRAVEL SET
CHRISTMAS
ORNAMENT
Full size playing cards come in a handy travel set, complete with a notepad and pencil
to keep score. The handsome case is embossed with the Dogs for the Deaf logo and is
convenient to take with you when you travel.
Two-dimensional gold metallic
ornament with our DFD logo
dog wearing a hat and scarf
to celebrate the holidays and
make your seasonal decorations more festive.
#CL HOLDAYORN GLD....... 9.00
SURE-GRIP POCKET KNIFE
This handy knife makes a great stocking
stuffer! Fold out gadgets include knife, cork
screw, bottle opener, scissors, and screwdriver.
#SU POCKKNIFE Burgundy 3” x 7/8 “............. 6.00
VISORS
#SU TRAVELGAME..... 9.00
REDUCED.................... 7.00
DFD SPOONER MUG
This cute mug makes a handy gift.
They’ll never be
without a spoon
for their beverage! 12 oz. ceramic mug holds
white ceramic
spoon in the handle. Comes in 2 beautiful colors, both with
the DFD logo.
#MC WSPOON LTBLU Ocean Blue......................9.00
#MC WSPOON DRKBLU Cobalt Blue..................9.00
These stylish and comfortable visors by Harrington come in two styles. Both
are 100% cotton, adjustable, and are embroidered with the DFD logo.
#CP VISOR BLU
Navy with tan embroidery
#CP VISOR TAN
Tan with navy embroidery
One size fits all.......................................... 11.00
Please continue to support the special work and mission of Dogs for the Deaf.
Shop our internet store and order online... or use the order form in this newsletter.
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 support, I have enclosed my donation to rescue dogs and help people. My donation helps
defray costs of this non-profit organization and helps make possible a trained dog for
someone who needs its help. My donation is tax deductible according to current laws. Please send me information about obtaining a Hearing Dog
Please send me information about obtaining an Autism Assistance Dog
Please send me information about obtaining a Program Assistance Dog
Please send me information about obtaining a Miracle Mutt (special dogs for special people)
Please send me information about obtaining a Harmony’s Hound (dogs with special needs)
Please send me information on leaving a bequest to Dogs for the Deaf
Mr./Mrs./Ms.
Name_______________________________________________________ Donor ID#____________________
Address______________________________________________________ *Daytime Ph: ( ) _____________
City______________________________________________________________ State____Zip____________
E-mail Address:__________________________ Donation Amount__________Sales Amount from below_______
Ship to Name & Address (if different) ___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
City______________________________________________________________ State____Zip____________
*Please don’t forget to include a phone number where we can reach you about your order!
ORDER FORM – Dogs for the Deaf Gift Collection
ITEM
PRICE
TOTAL
QTY. COLOR
DESCRIPTION
SIZE
PRICE
NUMBER
PER ITEM
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
SUB-TOTAL
For faster service call: (541) 826-9220
SHIPPING & HANDLING
or FAX your order to: (541) 826-6696
email: [email protected] website: www.dogsforthedeaf.org
PLEASE INDICATE METHOD OF PAYMENT
Credit 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 _______________________________________________________
SUB-TOTAL
TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION
SHIPPING & HANDLING
TOTAL
Up 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
Dogs For The Deaf, Inc.
Non-Profit
U.S. Postage
10175 Wheeler Rd., Central Point, OR 97502
PA I D
Permit No. 5
Medford, OR
97501
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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!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ms. Susan Bahr,
Certified Public Accountant
Mrs. Lyn Boening, Past Chair
Financial Consultant
Mr. Richard Croly, Secretary
Audiologist - Retired
Mr. Carlos DeBritto,
Banker - retired
Mayor Phoenix, Oregon
Mrs. Robin Dickson,
Pres./CEO Dogs for the Deaf
Mr. Marvin Rhodes, Chair
Administrator, Oregon Dept. of Revenue
Mr. Geoffrey Riley, Past Chair
Producer/Host, Jefferson Public Radio
Mr. Steven Weber,
Chief Financial Officer
ACCESS, Inc.
Ms. Gayle Wilson,
Media Productions
ADVISORY BOARD
Chair: Mr. Bob Tull, Dept of Education - Retired
Mr. Sheldon Altfeld,
President, Cable Maven Prod.
Mrs. Sue Bray,
Benefits Director/Good Sam Club
Mr. Tony Dow, Actor, Producer, Director
Joyce Guymon,
Dogs for the Deaf Ambassador
Ms. Janice Justice
Doctor of Chiropractic and
Hearing Dog Recipient
Ms. Barbara Meyers,
Grief Therapist
Mr. C.W. Smith,
Chief of Police - Retired
Jackson County Commissioner
Ms. Sue Thomas
Hearing Dog Recipient
Mr. John Watt,
Government Relations
Ms. Betty White, Actress
Mrs. Heather Whitestone/McCallum
Miss America 1995
Mr. James Wickre,
Attorney at Law
08/11
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 newsletter 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 newsletter 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 Attorney 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.

Summer 2011 - Issue #117

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