Two Deaf Feline Brothers in MA -- Harpo and Zeppo!

Here's the duo! *drum rolls* Harpo and Zeppo...



We, the lovable brothers, are located in Marlborough, MA.

About Harpo:



My brother Zeppo and I are about 11-12 months old, and are deaf. We sleep very deeply, so if you want to wake us up, do so gently, since we startle easily! Also, we (well, really just me) meow very loudly when I see you, when I am hungry, when I want attention, just about anytime! We are active boys, especially me. I like to keep an eye on all activity around me. And I really love playing with the foster kittens in my house. I'm not so keen on other adult cats though. I like my own territory. If you really want to be entertained, shine a laser light for us and we will chase it together. You'll think you are seeing double! We were in danger of being put to sleep in the municipal shelter we were at, but the folks there wanted to give us a chance, so we came to Metrowest Animal Awareness Society, and we're ready for you!

About Zeppo:



My brother Harpo and I are about 11-12 months old. I like to live the life of leisure, lounging in baskets, windowsills, bookshelves, cat carriers and just about anyplace cozy. I adapt well to new situations and am very laid back. Why exert myself when there are others around to do the hard work? I will however, rouse myself from a deep sleep if you open a can of cat food...that smell permeates even my deepest sleep. (I do meow on occasion, and when I do, I am loud!) I don't need to move to a new home with my brother, but if you adopt us both, we will reward you with hours of entertainment by chasing a laser light. I'm sure I can catch that thing! You'll think you are seeing double, as we run side by side. We were in danger of being put to sleep in the municipal shelter we were at, but the folks there wanted to give us a chance, so we came to Metrowest Animal Awareness Society, and we're ready for you!

All of our cats are tested for FeLV/FIV, up to date on vaccinations, and spay/neutered before adoption. The adoption fee for each cat is $125. If the adopters have a record of veterinary care, we'd consider out of state adoptions. And, the adoption fee is negotiable, if the vet reference is great, and we know they'll have a good home, that's what we want for any of our cats. Although the boys love each other, they also seem to do just fine apart - first preference would be for them to go together. Serious inquiries from those who will provide a forever home and be ready to be screened or ask for more information, send email to deafanimalrow@gmail.com.

Pregnant Deaf Mini Pinscher in MO Needs Help!

UPDATE: ADOPTED!



AKYERA
Special Needs

* Breed: Miniature Pinscher
* Sex: Female
* Age: Adult
* Size: Small
* ID: 314310-3702


More About Akyera 3702

This girl is very calm and friendly. She is about 3 years old. She is deaf and pregnant. The sire of her puppies is a terrier. She needs a very special home to care for her conditions. If you feel you can provide care for her, please let us know. For more information about owning a deaf dog, please visit www.deafdogs.org.

This pet is up to date with routine shots.

My Contact Info:
Linn County Humane Society
Brookfield, MO
Phone: 660-258-3322

Click here for the link on Akyera from petfinder

Dogs (and Cats): Deaf Awareness Week at Petfinder!

Petfinder has made this announcement on their site to recognize the existence of deaf cats and dogs. It is great that even deaf animals are honored during the Deaf Awareness Week.

This person, I will leave the name out, who sent the original link and made this comment, "My only objection is using George Strain as an expert. While his information about deafness in dogs, per se, is excellent, his commentary on deaf dogs themselves is NOT. He is not sure they should be allowed to survive. He is sort of in league with the Dal Club." Why she mentioned George in the same league as The Dalmatian Club of America (DCA)? Here is their horrifying position on deaf Dalmatians. What's even great is this person is hearing and doesn't agree with George nor DCA. I do not want any of deaf animals to fall in his or anyone's hands for labatory purpose. Let's hope for a better expert on deaf animals in the future where pathological view is absent.

What a great irony about Petfinder's, who has no affiliation with the Deaf community, recognizance of deaf pets as part of the Deaf Awareness Week is that our own Deaf community has not recognizes deaf pets as a part of our community. Here's something for you to ponder: How many of you folks in the Deaf community, deaf or hearing, have a deaf pet? Something for you to think about :)

Toys Accessible for Deaf Cats and Dogs

The thought of toys that would be accessible for deaf dogs/cats have not crossed my mind until I adopted 2 deaf dogs. It is when I realize most of the toys are sound based, mostly for dogs, where toys are made of squeaky or any other sound. At night time, they couldn't hear the bounce of a ball to trace it and go after it or play with it. What I found and bought at the stores are one that glows at night and the other would flash when the ball makes an impact. These are a few that are accessible to both deaf and hearing dogs. Here is a few of them but you can do search for more:

Powzer Flash n' Dash

Powzer Glow Ball

Toys for cats appear to be more visual than found among toys for dogs although many do come with sound. One of my deaf dogs loves cat toys as they are highly visual but they are destructible by a dog. For instance, feather, strings or anything movable. He prefers them over dog toys any day/time. If I am to let him play with cat toys, it has to be under my supervision where I play with him. Wish there are more highly visual toys made for dogs and I'm sure not only deaf dogs will enjoy them but also hearing dogs.

Eventhough I do not have cats, I was curious about toys for deaf cats. I went food shopping and ended up in pets aisle. I decided to look at what they have, I found a small ball that glows at night and another one where it flashes that also comes with bird sound (good for a household that have deaf and hearing cats) or one that only flashes. These are something deaf cats can enjoy at nighttime as it's when they are at their wildest selves :) Here are a few of them but you can do search for more:

Nite Play

Sight and Sound

Motion Activated Rainbow Ball

Laser or Booda Light Chaser

I encourage owners to consider getting these kind of toys for their deaf pets along with whatever else toys they have.

Not To Let These Urgent Deaf Dogs Be Forgotten In Vain

There is a list of urgent dogs posted on www.deafdogs.org found here. Do also check it periodically because some new dogs come on there that are urgent. If you find one of them in your area, please crosspost and share with as many people as you know in your deaf community. Remember they are us, we are them. Some of the people with these dogs will take care of transporting the deaf animal to the person interested of adopting or fostering. Don't be afraid to send an email about one of these dogs you see and ask questions.

International Deaf Dogs Among Other Animals

Above video is to inform the international deaf community. I thought about sharing this video will enable those in the deaf community in a particular country to help spread the word to adopt a deaf dog close to home who needs a home. It looks like they are available in England and Ireland. A few are still in need of a home and those who do, you'll see a link of them for adoption. Those that don't have a link, it means they have found a home. The links are available to check out on the video. Not something the American deaf community can do for these deaf animals as they're overseas! That's when the international deaf community need to step in :) Spread the words, our international friends! :) It was inspiring to watch this video.

To Be Put To Sleep 9/18/07 In Hartford, CT

UPDATE: ADOPTED!



#104 12 years old female pitbull (black/white) found abandoned in an apartment. She is very sweet, mellow and sleeps a lot. She would be a great couch potato. Please give this dog a chance to enjoy life before its time as it only has about a couple of years left. If you can help this dog, please email Sherry at pizon67@yahoo.com or call 860-305-6764

This dog is located in Newington, CT. $50 dollar fee for in state and $5 dollar fee for out of state.