Dogs for the Deaf: 35 Years of Rescuing Dogs and Helping Disabled People

Founded in 1977 by the late Roy Kabat, Dogs for the Deaf is a Central Point, Oregon-based charity that pairs dogs with people who have disabilities across the United States and Canada for free. All canines are rescued from shelters and then trained to help those with health challenges such as hearing loss, autism, stroke, chronic arthritis, depression, and anxiety. Dogs for the Deaf also offers lifetime follow-up assistance to ensure that both client and dog are benefiting from each other.

On August 4th, Dogs for the Deaf will be celebrating its 35th anniversary with a party and fundraiser at the Sportsmen's Lodge Events Center in Los Angeles. The “Hooray for Hollywoof” event will be hosted by Betty White and attended by many other celebrities, including Constance Marie, Lea Thompson, and Ryan Lane. Proceeds from Hooray for Hollywoof will benefit Dogs for the Deaf and partner organization Generation Rescue, which supports families affected by autism.