Lessons in Love, Beyond Prison Walls
Gary was searching for a purpose while behind prison bars. Fortunately, he was able to join the life-changing Canine Companions prison puppy raising program.
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Gary was searching for a purpose while behind prison bars. Fortunately, he was able to join the life-changing Canine Companions prison puppy raising program.
In 2022, Rosemary matched with Service Dog Dom. With a wagging tail, Dom picks up dropped items, turns lights on and off, opens and closes doors and more – plus, a partnership for a lifetime.
In 2019, Stryder and his family were matched, free of charge, with the coolest service dog around – “His name is Fonz, F-O-N-Z,” Stryder tells everyone he meets.
Izzy is living with brain cancer that impacts many aspects of her life, but with help from her service dog, Aurora, she is full of joy and love.
The prison puppy raising program at the Folsom prison has been life-changing for many of the inmates, providing positive impact and purpose. We are honored to have the chance to provide this opportunity to numerous individuals over the years at this location.
Makenzie McGuire has been profoundly deaf her whole life, using cochlear implants and lip reading to communicate with the world around her. While able to rely on these tools, she still wasn’t fully independent.
Service Dog Oscar was partnered with Sean in 2022, free of charge, and he would be key to bringing Sean and his family companionship and help.
Living with a traumatic brain injury, Londen spends more time than most children in a hospital setting. He received Service Dog Numa, just in time for Christmas in 2020.
Investigator Janet Era uses Bear’s trained tasks to help children open up during interviews by applying deep, calming pressure, doing puzzles and playing games.
Army veteran Victor Prato was seriously injured from a combat injury. His service dog Barbossa has helped him regain his independence and freedom.