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My name is Jeff Maria. I have been incarcerated for 41 years. I wanted to be a part of the dog program the minute I heard about it. I am grateful to Paws for Life K9 Rescue for entrusting me with the care and training of a dog looking for a second chance, and a…

I was curious about the Paws for Life K9 Rescue program. I joined because I love dogs and wanted to learn how to train them properly. I have learned a lot and watched as dogs were trained. The team work has helped me learn even more. Each dog is different and how you train them…

My name is Daniel Tilbury. I have been incarcerated for eleven and a half years, and about seven months ago I became one of the first members of the Paws for Life program at the California Medical Facility. Working with the dogs has been amazing. I have always been an animal lover, and I had…

Being incarcerated is often described as drab and depressing. Paws for Life, with each passing day, changes those feelings and gives my life a sense of purpose. I’m very grateful for having this wonderful opportunity to be a part of this program.

My name is Thomas Marston. I have been a part of Paws for Life K9 Rescue for many years. It is a program that gives new life to both dogs and humans. For most of these 35-years behind bars, this program is the best reward. I give myself in service to others and these dogs…

First of all, there’s so much to say; the name says it all! Whenever you can participate in saving a dog’s life, and train it to serve a purpose in the society victimized with my criminal behavior. It’s allowing me to make indirect amends for the change I am making in my life. The tragedies…

I have been incarcerated for fourteen years and PFL is the most important thing I am a part of – taking care of Dogs all day. Waking my dog in the morning sets me in a wonderful mood for my entire day and it takes me away from being in prison. Working with my dog…

My name is Ed’Wayne Smith, and I have been a part of the Paws for Life program since its beginning in 2014. Paws for Life K9 Rescue is the missing bridge between politicians, law enforcement a safer society and true rehabilitation that is removed from any financial motives to hamper a fair assessment or opportunity…

My name is Clay Turner. I am 43-years old and have spent more than half my life in prison serving life. The majority of that time I have been in some of the worst places our prison system has to offer. Just existing with no hope, just waiting to die. Five years ago I found…

Paws for Life K9 Rescue has been a wonder putting me in the company on a number of some of the best people you’d ever want to meet. Looking after and making these dogs ready for the families that will take them in, gives a link to the free world. Giving back to the community…