Farkle is an adorable, block-headed, cropped-eared, American bully who happens to have narcolepsy. His narcoleptic episodes are often triggered by his excitement over food or new toys. Read more about Farkolepsy HERE. 

Farkle is the special needs ambassador for Touch of Grey Rescue and he's also the star of the Farkle and Friends children’s book series based on real life rescue dogs.

FARKLE'S STORY

In 2019, Farkle was surrendered by his owners after they thought he was having seizures. After several days of observation in his foster home, Farkle was diagnosed with narcolepsy, cataplexy, and sleep paralysis. Narcolepsy is characterized by sudden sleep spells and daytime drowsiness, while symptoms of cataplexy include a loss of muscle control due to heightened emotion. Farkle also experiences sleep paralysis, where he is conscious but unable to move parts of his body. Despite his disability, Farkle lives an incredibly full life. By sharing his story, we hope to increase awareness for special needs dogs, and show that they too have a place in this world.