LAC Lancaster

“I am proud of the important work we do for Paws For Life because considering how many of the PFL dogs come from shelters or other traumatic circumstances, the unique training we provide focuses on socializing them in preparation for potential adopters looking for a disciplined family companion or service animal. This in turn instills…

“The Paws For Life training program has given me an amazing opportunity to train these wonderful dogs. Everyone deserves a second chance, both prisoners and pets.”

“When I first arrived at this facility, I was initially reluctant to join Paws For Life because I was afraid of falling in love with a dog only to watch him or her leave. However, to love, even in the face of eventual loss, is too important a human experience to shy away from –…

“When I first waked onto this yard, I would see guys walking around with dogs and I thought it was so cool! I never thought I would get to see a dog again, much less touch one due to my long sentence. Now that I am a trainer with Paws For Life, I am part…

“For me, Paws For Life is many things. It’s a culture, it’s a family, it’s an opportunity to do and be better; but most importantly it is a chance to be an asset to society through dog training. In my life I have made many mistakes and have rarely made up for them, but I…

“Becoming a part of the Paws For Life Program has helped me be more patient, have self discipline. I enjoy my time with the dogs and am so happy that they find their forever families.”

“To me this program is not only about teaching dogs how to behave, it is about finding myself and becoming a person that at the end of each day, I can be proud of. It is a game changer. Words like patience, kindness and humility fall into order. This is an opportunity to do some…

“I have a job outside of being in the Paws For Life Program, but the work ethic that this program demands is a big step up. Dealing with the dogs and brothers of the PFL program is like being in a whole different world. I have been incarcerated over half of my life, and have…

“The Paws For Life realm disputes my previous discontent since those placed in my care need tending, coming from shelters afar and therefore they do not need to know about my shadows since they carry their own. PFL certainly gives pause so that I can be at ease to reach the attendees at the other…

“Being a part of the Paws For Life Program has undoubtedly been a program that not only has helped people out in society, not just the dogs, but collectively all of us behind bars. This program unites us all and enables us to heal and help all those who participate in it. I’m extremely happy…