Meet Gus — 7 Months Old, 25 lbs, Deaf, and Overflowing With Love

Gus is a 7‑month‑old, 25‑pound bundle of affection who doesn’t know he’s any different from other dogs — he’s simply a happy, wiggly, deeply loving puppy who wants nothing more than to be close to his people. He was surrendered by a single mom with a young daughter who adored him, but caring for a deaf puppy while raising a child and working full‑time became overwhelming. Gus was very loved, and his family made the selfless decision to surrender him so he could find the perfect home for his needs.

Health & Temperament

Gus is deaf but otherwise completely healthy with no medical issues. He’s a clean slate for grooming, handling, and training — easygoing, cooperative, and eager to please. He doesn’t know he’s deaf; this is simply the world he’s always known.

He is extremely affectionate — truly one of the most loving dogs his foster mom has ever experienced. Gus doesn’t just want to sit near you; he wants to be on you. He melts his whole body across your lap, snuggles into your chest during TV time, and will happily nap outside the shower while waiting for his person. He loves everyone he meets.

Social Life: Dogs, Kids, and Other Animals

• Dogs: Gus loves other dogs, especially playful, younger ones who will chase him or romp around the yard. He plays constantly with the resident 1‑year‑old English Bulldog. He eats with the two resident dogs with zero issues — they even lick each other’s bowls when finished.
• Kids: He’s great with older, dog‑savvy children. He’s met neighbor kids and was thrilled to see them. Because he jumps when excited, older kids are a better fit.
• Cats/Small Animals: Unknown. He does chase lizards outside, so caution is advised with small pets.

Ideal Home

Gus would thrive in:

• A home with a younger dog who enjoys playing (not required, but ideal)
• A family with experience with deaf dogs (also not required, but helpful)
• A household where someone is around often or where he can reliably get a midday potty break
• A home rather than an apartment, since he has a loud bark when playing or when he sees his reflection in large windows

He would absolutely love a home where he can sleep in bed with his humans.

House Manners & Training

• Housebroken in his foster home; he uses a dog door reliably
• Should do well with regular outdoor breaks if no dog door is available
• Crate trained and sleeps quietly through the night
• Walks beautifully on leash
• Understands a hand gesture for “come” and is very food‑motivated, so hand‑signal training should be easy
• Door dasher — new family must be careful and continue training
• Like any puppy, he will get into things if unsupervised, so crating when you’re away is important

Gus learned house training quickly by watching the resident dogs, and he continues to learn by observing.

Energy & Play

Gus is a joyful, goofy puppy who:

• Does wild zoomies in the yard
• Tries to get the young resident dog to chase him
• Loves antlers, chew toys, and squeaky toys
• Will entertain himself if no dog is available to play
• Will chill when you chill — he matches the energy of the home

Why Gus Is So Special

Gus is the definition of a Velcro dog. He loves deeply, bonds quickly, and wants to be part of everything his people do. His foster mom says he is the sweetest pup she has ever fostered or owned. His original family loved him dearly and wanted the best for him, and now he’s ready for a forever home that will cherish his affectionate nature and guide him as he grows.

Any family who adopts Gus will be incredibly lucky — he is pure love in puppy form.