Buzz finally found his furever home after 162 days! Buzz has a sweet disposition, a mild temperament, and is friendly towards everyone he meets. He is incredibly smart and food-motivated and the whole package of perfection. He loves to play with toys, bones, and other dogs, and especially loves to be with his “person.” For a cattle dog, he is not overly active; while he loves playtime, he is also perfectly happy to take a break and chill out for a while.

Like Mary Poppins, Buzz is “Practically Perfect in Every Way” – he just happens to be deaf. As a cattle dog, we at TLC require breed experience to ensure both the family & the dog are set up for success to handle herding behaviors. While Buzz is incredibly smart, being deaf means a different form of communication with Buzz.

Deaf Dog Awareness Week, observed annually during the last full week of September, focuses on education us about deaf dogs and busting myths. Some think deaf dogs can't be happy or trained, but that's not true! Pups like Buzz just need a bit of extra love and sign language commands. The week shows that compassion means understanding their needs and giving them a chance at a pawsome life. It's about breaking stereotypes and showing that a deaf dog can be your perfect, tail-wagging buddy!

While it may have taken Buzz 162 days to find his family, we are sure glad he found his perfect home with adopters who are perfect for him and his needs. They will be rewarded with a loyal and loving companion for life.