Stop the Killing of Deaf Dalamations
- by: Mustang Beam, Deaf Pets of America
- recipient: Dalmation Club of America All Dalamation Clubs, President, Breeders
This is what the Dalamation Club of America states:
Responsible breeders NEVER knowingly sell, place or give away deaf pups to pet homes. Deaf pups should ALWAYS be humanely destroyed by a veterinarian. In the event that a deaf pup is inadvertently placed, it should be replaced with a hearing pup. Many breeders have their deaf pups put down at three to four weeks, though some choose to wait a few weeks longer. Dalmatian pups normally start to hear at fourteen to sixteen days of age, and hear by five weeks of age if they are going to hear.
Well, I'm sorry to tell you this but that is WRONG. Don't even breed the dalmatian if you cannot accept the consequences of doing such. Deaf pups have the right to live just as deaf children do. It is my goal to shut as many of you down as possible. You may laugh all you want but it is not going to work. You messed with the wrong DEAF animal rescuer.
Deaf animals are NOT aggressive. They are simply trying to survive just like deaf people are. We are often considered aggressive because we are loud voiced and we sign "big" as in gestures. But its not it. We are simply communicating. These animals can be worked with and taught how to function where they can communicate better. Dalmatians by nature are aggressive animals due to their HIGH energy nature. It doesn't discriminate between whether you are disabled or not.
The creator of the "deaf dal" page on the DCA is Carol Chase and her email is: mailto:Dals4me@aol.com . Send her an email objecting to the guidelines on her page. Be nice because violence only begets more violence.
Deaf Pets of America rescues animals like the ones the club wants to kill. We find forever homes for these unwanted DEAF dalmatians.
We need stronger LAW-SPECIFIC legislation in our House and Senate to prevent this type of abuse. This is ABUSE that hides behind the "breeder" and if they even have any feelings, they'd know this is very wrong. You can cut and paste a copy of this including the website URL to the page on the breeder's site that promotes the killing of deaf companion animals and send it on to your state legislator.
http://www.congress.org/congressorg/dbq/officials/?lvl=L
Just click here and type in STATE code or the ZIP code if you know it. Thank you for doing all you can. I want to CHANGE or SHUT DOWN these types of breeder clubs.
For your information, deafness was bred into these breeds in the first place so that they would not be scared by the sirens and loud noises as in firefighting. Now they want to kill them off.
(Forgive my spelling of the word dalmatian)
Thank you Bruce Combs for this incredible picture.Responsible breeders NEVER knowingly sell, place or give away deaf pups to pet homes. Deaf pups should ALWAYS be humanely destroyed by a veterinarian. In the event that a deaf pup is inadvertently placed, it should be replaced with a hearing pup. Many breeders have their deaf pups put down at three to four weeks, though some choose to wait a few weeks longer. Dalmatian pups normally start to hear at fourteen to sixteen days of age, and hear by five weeks of age if they are going to hear.
Well, I'm sorry to tell you this but that is WRONG. Don't even breed the dalmatian if you cannot accept the consequences of doing such. Deaf pups have the right to live just as deaf children do. It is my goal to shut as many of you down as possible. You may laugh all you want but it is not going to work. You messed with the wrong DEAF animal rescuer.
Deaf animals are NOT aggressive. They are simply trying to survive just like deaf people are. We are often considered aggressive because we are loud voiced and we sign "big" as in gestures. But its not it. We are simply communicating. These animals can be worked with and taught how to function where they can communicate better. Dalmatians by nature are aggressive animals due to their HIGH energy nature. It doesn't discriminate between whether you are disabled or not.
The creator of the "deaf dal" page on the DCA is Carol Chase and her email is: mailto:Dals4me@aol.com . Send her an email objecting to the guidelines on her page. Be nice because violence only begets more violence.
Deaf Pets of America rescues animals like the ones the club wants to kill. We find forever homes for these unwanted DEAF dalmatians.
We need stronger LAW-SPECIFIC legislation in our House and Senate to prevent this type of abuse. This is ABUSE that hides behind the "breeder" and if they even have any feelings, they'd know this is very wrong. You can cut and paste a copy of this including the website URL to the page on the breeder's site that promotes the killing of deaf companion animals and send it on to your state legislator.
http://www.congress.org/congressorg/dbq/officials/?lvl=L
Just click here and type in STATE code or the ZIP code if you know it. Thank you for doing all you can. I want to CHANGE or SHUT DOWN these types of breeder clubs.
For your information, deafness was bred into these breeds in the first place so that they would not be scared by the sirens and loud noises as in firefighting. Now they want to kill them off.
(Forgive my spelling of the word dalmatian)
This petition is now closed. Thank you so much for helping make it a success. I am currently on the road for a cross-country move from IL to MT and will get this printed up and mailed to the person(s) involved. I am now working on wording on a bill I want to propose in the House regarding this type of abuse and holding breeders fully responsible for pre-testing aka genetic testing that can prevent this type of abuse. Feel free to email me with suggestions and/or resources.
Position on Dalmatian Deafness
From the Board of Governors of the Dalmatian Club of America With the rising popularity of the Dalmatian breed, there has been a rapid increase in the number of deaf Dalmatian pups showing up in homes, pet shops and Humane Societies across the country. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM.
Deafness is NOT uncommon in Dalmatians. It has been estimated that from 10% to 12% of the breed is deaf. Recent discoveries in the genetics of deafness have made it possible to reduce the incidence of deafness, with the possibility of virtually eliminating it in the future. Hearing research is currently being financed by the Dalmatian Club of America, various regional Dalmatian clubs and interested individuals.
The Dalmatian Club of America Board of Governors feels very strongly that deaf pups should NEVER be sold, placed or given away, and most certainly should not be bred from. Deaf Dalmatians are hard to raise, difficult to control ( they are often hit by cars when they "escape") and often become snappish or overly aggressive, especially when startled.
IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO PURCHASE A DALMATIAN, contact the Dalmatian Club of America, the closest regional Dal club, or an experienced local breeder who will guarantee that ay pups offered for sale have normal hearing. IF YOU ARE A VETERINARIAN, please advise your clients to put down any deaf pups they may have bred. PLEASE do not make it any more difficult for your client by suggesting that perhaps a "special" home might be found. With the enormous surplus of unwanted dogs in this country, there is no need to preserve dogs with problems such as deafness.
We need to shut down this club. ASAP!!!
Sign PetitionSign PetitionFrom the Board of Governors of the Dalmatian Club of America With the rising popularity of the Dalmatian breed, there has been a rapid increase in the number of deaf Dalmatian pups showing up in homes, pet shops and Humane Societies across the country. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM.
Deafness is NOT uncommon in Dalmatians. It has been estimated that from 10% to 12% of the breed is deaf. Recent discoveries in the genetics of deafness have made it possible to reduce the incidence of deafness, with the possibility of virtually eliminating it in the future. Hearing research is currently being financed by the Dalmatian Club of America, various regional Dalmatian clubs and interested individuals.
However, for the time being, it is important that deaf pups be dealt with in a responsible and HUMANE fashion.
Responsible breeders NEVER knowingly sell, place or give away deaf pups to pet homes. Deaf pups should ALWAYS be humanely destroyed by a veterinarian. In the event that a deaf pup is inadvertently placed, it should be replaced with a hearing pup. Many breeders have their deaf pups put down at three to four weeks, though some choose to wait a few weeks longer. Dalmatian pups normally start to hear at fourteen to sixteen days of age, and hear by five weeks of age if they are going to hear.
Responsible breeders NEVER knowingly sell, place or give away deaf pups to pet homes. Deaf pups should ALWAYS be humanely destroyed by a veterinarian. In the event that a deaf pup is inadvertently placed, it should be replaced with a hearing pup. Many breeders have their deaf pups put down at three to four weeks, though some choose to wait a few weeks longer. Dalmatian pups normally start to hear at fourteen to sixteen days of age, and hear by five weeks of age if they are going to hear.
The deaf pups which are showing up in unsuspecting homes, pet shops and Humane Societies are generally bred by either "commercial breeders" (puppy mills) or by inexperienced Dalmatian owners who are unaware of deafness in the breed, are unable to identify deaf pups or are unwilling to have them put down. NO ONE should consider raising a litter of Dalmatians without being prepared to deal responsibly with any resulting deaf puppies.
The Dalmatian Club of America Board of Governors feels very strongly that deaf pups should NEVER be sold, placed or given away, and most certainly should not be bred from. Deaf Dalmatians are hard to raise, difficult to control ( they are often hit by cars when they "escape") and often become snappish or overly aggressive, especially when startled.
IF YOU ARE THE OWNER OF A FEMALE DALMATIAN, and plan to raise a litter, be sure that you are prepared to deal responsibly with any resulting deaf pups. If you have trouble identifying deaf pups, please ask for assistance from an experienced breeder. IF YOU ARE A STUD DOG OWNER, be sure that your stud contract requires that deaf pups be properly handled. IF YOU ARE THE OWNER OF A DEAF DALMATIAN, and are having problems with the dog, don't feel"guilty" about it. Consider starting over with a healthy, hearing pup. (And DO have the deaf dog put down.) IF YOU ARE AFFILIATED WITH AN ANIMAL SHELTER, HUMANE SOCIETY OR DOG RESCUE SERVICE, PLEASE do not attempt to place the deaf Dalmatian puppies and adults that come in, and do not advertise for a "special home" for the"poor little deaf Dalmatian." The HUMANE approach is to put down the deaf Dals and concentrate on finding good homes for the healthy, hearing dogs. IF YOU ARE A PET SHOP OWNER, please remember that deaf Dalmatians should NEVER be sold.
IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO PURCHASE A DALMATIAN, contact the Dalmatian Club of America, the closest regional Dal club, or an experienced local breeder who will guarantee that ay pups offered for sale have normal hearing. IF YOU ARE A VETERINARIAN, please advise your clients to put down any deaf pups they may have bred. PLEASE do not make it any more difficult for your client by suggesting that perhaps a "special" home might be found. With the enormous surplus of unwanted dogs in this country, there is no need to preserve dogs with problems such as deafness.
We need to shut down this club. ASAP!!!
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