This site is a wealth of information for those with deaf dogs, including use of hand signals for communication. We are a non-profit organization founded to speak on behalf of and assist in the betterment of life for deaf dogs everywhere. Living With a Deaf Dog by Susan Cope Becker. This book is a compilation of advice, facts, and experiences on canine deafness as experienced by the author and many people the world over who are owners of deaf dogs. If your new to this situation-rest assured it does get much better.
Most dogs adjust well and lead happy near-normal lives.
Blind Dogs This is a wonderful book written by Caroline Levin, an owner of a blind dog who has compiled stories from other owners of blind dogs. It is a great tool to aid owners of newly blind dogs in acclimating and accommodating their pets. Pepe's Page Pepe is a blind dog. His dad created a tool to help him navigate around the home without running into things and possibly injuring himself. See Pepe's pages with his harness that gives him freedom.