Puppies Behind Bars

Puppies Behind Bars is a program that trains inmates to raise Golden Retriver and Labrador puppies to become service dogs for the disabled as well as for the prisoners.

• Inmates learn hard work and dedication by becoming a "Puppy Raiser" who cares for the puppies 24/7 throughout the prison environment.

• Teaches accountability by making the inmate complete two to three months of classroom work before they are eligible to get a puppy of their own.

• Allows the inmate to give back to society.

• Provides inmates with love and fidelity, and requires that he or she reciprocate.

• Nurtures habits and skills that will greatly assist the inmate upon release

"The other inmates told me that the only way to survive prison is to find a reason to live and someone to love...with this little guy, I got both." - Inmate Sergio.

For additional information regarding the Puppies Behind Bars program, visit
www.puppiesbehindbars.com.

Source: http://www.petside.com/the-sidewalk/service-dogs.php