The White Dog Blog

The White Dog Blog is an educational resource about blind and/or deaf dogs.

The original blog can still be found at White Dog Blog (your-inner-dog.blogspot.com) although the main posts will be moved gradually to this site.

Deb Bauer

Sep 236 min read

Deaf Dogs

But How Do I Tell My Deaf Dog No?

One question I hear often from people who live with a deaf or blind/deaf dog, is "But, how do I tell him no when he can't hear me?"

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Waking Deaf Dogs Gently Without Startling

Deb Bauer

Sep 28, 20233 min read

Deaf Dogs

Waking Deaf Dogs Gently Without Startling

Ways to wake your deaf dog up gently, without startling.

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Enrichment for Dogs with Sensory Differences

Deb Bauer

Sep 14, 20234 min read

Blind/Deaf Dog Training

Enrichment for Dogs with Sensory Differences

Choosing enrichment for dogs with sensory differences (visually and/or hearing impaired).

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Deb Bauer

Sep 10, 20233 min read

Blind/Deaf Puppies

The Power of Social Learning in Dogs

Exploring how even blind/deaf puppies can use social learning from other dogs.

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Can I Use a Vibration Collar as a Clicker for My Deaf Dog?

Deb Bauer

Jun 10, 20234 min read

Blind/Deaf Puppies

Can I Use a Vibration Collar as a Clicker for My Deaf Dog?

I received some mixed reactions to my post about shock and vibration collars, which I expected since it can be a topic that people feel...

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Does My Deaf Dog need a Vibration Collar?

Deb Bauer

Jun 7, 20232 min read

Blind/Deaf Puppies

Does My Deaf Dog need a Vibration Collar?

A common piece of advice to someone with a deaf dog is to get a vibration or shock collar. This makes me sad. Deaf dogs are so smart...

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Preventing Blind/Deaf Double Merle Puppies

Deb Bauer

Jun 4, 20233 min read

Blind/Deaf Puppies

Preventing Blind/Deaf Double Merle Puppies

Did she deserve to be born blind and deaf? It’s time to revisit the situation that caused this darling puppy to be born without sight and...

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Deb Bauer

Apr 29, 20233 min read

Newly Blind Dogs

Keeping Blind Dogs Safe at Night

A simple summer staple of the pool noodle can be helpful when teaching your blind dog to be mindful of the edges of your bed. Many of...

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Deb Bauer

Feb 11, 20232 min read

Wellbeing and Behavior

Blind Dogs & Christmas Tree Tips

Are you finding it challenging this year to help your blind dog coexist with your Christmas tree? Living with many blind dogs has taught...

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Deb Bauer

Dec 30, 20223 min read

Wellbeing and Behavior

I Got a Christmas Puppy!

I brought home a Christmas puppy! There are lots of opinions about getting a puppy at the holidays. Some people think it’s a great idea....

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Setting Them Up for Success - Bringing A New Dog Home

Deb Bauer

Nov 22, 20221 min read

Wellbeing and Behavior

Setting Them Up for Success - Bringing A New Dog Home

If you missed it, I recently had a lovely chat with John Lizotte from Rescued Rollers. Our topic was Setting Then Up for Success -...

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Deb Bauer

Oct 9, 20222 min read

Blind/Deaf Dog Training

Teaching eye drops

Many dogs with visual impairments will at some point in their lives require daily eye drops or medications. Treasure gets eye drops daily...

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Deb Bauer

Oct 5, 20224 min read

Deaf Dogs

Can My Deaf Dog be Off Leash?

I’m often asked if deaf dogs can enjoy off leash playtime and freedom. Two key ingredients for any dog to be given off leash freedom are...

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Deb Bauer

Sep 18, 20222 min read

Deaf Dogs

Are All White Dogs Born Deaf?

Today kicks off Deaf Dog Awareness Week! Of course, this week is very near and dear to my heart, as I’ve worked with and lived with deaf...

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Housetraining a Blind (& Deaf) Dog - Top 5 Things to Know

Deb Bauer

Dec 22, 20216 min read

Blind/Deaf Puppies

Housetraining a Blind (& Deaf) Dog - Top 5 Things to Know

Here are the Top Five things you need to know to successfully housetrain your blind (or blind/deaf) dog. 1. Schedule Create a schedule...

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