Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Community Service - Dog Program
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Address
770 West Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43222
Phone
614-752-1719
Many institutions participate in Inmate Community Service Dog Programs, including training and caring for puppies and dogs for programs that assist persons who are physically and/or visually impaired.
Allen Correctional Institution*
| Program | Clark County Humane Society (Pets Educated to Survive) |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains and socializes abandoned or surrendered animals. Dogs receive basic obedience training which makes them more adoptable. |
| Adoption Through | Clark County Humane Society |
| Cost | $150 |
| Partner Contact | Krissi Hawke Rapp at (937) 399-2917 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
| Prison Contact | James Tabler (419) 224-8000 or James.Tabler@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Belmont Correctional Institution*
| Program | Golden Endings |
|---|---|
| Description | Rescues neglected, abused, and abandoned dogs and provides obedience training. |
| Adoption Through | Golden Endings Rescue League |
| Cost | $300 includes spay and all shots. |
| Partner Contact | Marsha Sines (740) 859-2255 |
| Web Address | http://www.goldenendingsrescue.com/ |
| Prison Contact | Michelle Bohandy at 740-695-5169, Ext. 3900 or Michelle.Bohandy@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | Save a Puppy |
| Description | Rescues neglected, abused, and abandoned dogs and provides obedience training. |
| Adoption Through | Belmont County Animal Rescue League |
| Cost | $92 |
| Partner Contact | Belmont County Animal Rescue League (740) 695-4708 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
| Prison Contact | Lori Taylor at 740-695-5169, Ext. 2530; Lori.Taylor@odrc.state.oh.us; Tim Yager at 740-695-5169, ext. 3600; Tim.Yager@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue |
| Description | Obedience training |
| Adoption Through | German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue |
| Cost | |
| Partner Contact |
Adriana Sokach
614-855-3617 |
| Prison Contact | Shane Kildow, 740-695-5169, Ext. 3311 |
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Chillicothe Correctional Institution*
| Program | Zanesville Animal Shelter Society |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains rescued animal shelter dogs in basic obedience. |
| Adoption Through | Zanesville Animal Shelter Society |
| Cost | $150 |
| Partner Contact | Becky Kelson (740) 452-1077 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
| Prison Contact | Jaime Glandon (740) 774-7080, Ext. 2136 or Jaime.glandon@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Franklin Medical Center
| Program | Eskies Behind Bars |
|---|---|
| Description | Houses Eskimos, full and mixed breed for Tender Loving Canine Rescue to assist in successful adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Tender Loving Canine Rescue |
| Cost | $100 to $300 includes spay and current shots and vaccinations. |
| Partner Contact | Don and Tracie Cobb (614) 519-5705 |
| Web Address | http://www.tlcrescue.com/ |
| Prison Contact | George A. Frederick II (614) 445-5960, Ext. 2210, George.Frederick@odrc.state.oh.us or Patricia Sheard (614) 445-5960, Ext. 2205, Patricia.Sheard@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Corrections Reception Center
| Program | Golden Endings Golden Retriever Rescue |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions |
| Adoption Through | Golden Endings |
| Cost | $200 |
| Partner Contact | Kay Hirsch (614) 488-4966 |
| Web Address | www.goldenendings.org |
| Prison Contact | Dianna Prater or Michelle McCollister (614) 877-2441, Ext. 7323 or dianna.prater@odrc.state.oh.us; michelle.mccollister@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | Buckeye Border Collie Rescue |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Buckeye Border Collie Rescue - $200 |
| Cost | $200 |
| Partner Contact | Wanda Heyman (419) 447-8095 |
| Web Address | www.buckeyebcrescue.org/index.html |
| Prison Contact | Dianna Prater or Michelle McCollister (614) 877-2441, Ext. 7323 or dianna.prater@odrc.state.oh.us michelle.mccollister@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | Citizens for Humane Action |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Citizens for Humane Action |
| Cost | $90 |
| Partner Contact | Shuralee Laidley (614) 891-5280 |
| Web Address | www.chaanimalshelter.org |
| Prison Contact | Dianna Prater or Michelle McCollister (614) 877-2441, Ext. 7323 or dianna.prater@odrc.state.oh.us, michelle.mccollister@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | Fairfield Area Humane Society |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions |
| Adoption Through | Fairfield Area Humane Society |
| Cost | $90 |
| Partner Contact | Bree Lambert (740) 687-0627 |
| Web Address | www.fairhumane.org |
| Prison Contact | Dianna Prater or Michelle McCollister (614) 877-2441, Ext. 7323 or dianna.prater@odrc.state.oh.us, michelle.mccollister@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Dayton Correctional Institution*
| Program | Pilot Dogs, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Description | Puppies are trained to assist the visually impaired. They learn socialization and basic commands. |
| Adoption Through | Please contact Pilot Dogs, Inc. to get on the waiting list, 625 West Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215 |
| Cost | $100 |
| Partner Contact | Toni Gray (614) 449-2136 |
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| Program | Circle Tail, Inc. |
| Description | Train dogs to be service/hearing dogs or in home service/hearing companion dogs (e.g., for people or children with disabilities, nursing homes, etc.) and basic obedience for adoption to private homes. |
| Adoption Through | Circle Tail, Inc., 8834 Carey Lane, Pleasant Plain, OH 45162 |
| Cost | $175 and up, depending on breed and level of training of the dog |
| Partner Contact | Marlys Staley (513) 877-3325 |
| Web Address | |
| Prison Contact | Kimberly D. McGlothen (937) 263-0060, ext. 5021 or Kimberly.McGlothen@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Franklin Pre-Release Center*
| Program | Pilot Dogs, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Description | Puppies are trained to assist the hearing and/or visually impaired. They learn socialization and basic commands. |
| Adoption Through | Please contact Pilot Dogs, Inc., 625 West Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215 |
| Cost | $75 |
| Partner Contact | Toni Gray (614) 449-2136 |
| Prison Contact | Ann Hawke (614) 445-8600, ext. 2256 or Ann.Hawke@odrc.state.oh.us |
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| Program | Purebred Rescue Organization of Ohio, Inc. |
| Description | Puppies are trained basic obedience, socialization training and evaluation of behaviors and potential problems prior to placement into new adoptive homes |
| Adoption Through | Please contact Purebred
Rescue, 7356 State Route 38 NE, Bloomingburg, Ohio 43106 |
| Cost | |
| Partner Contact | Lori Blackburn
(937) 423-4738 |
| Prison Contact |
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Grafton Correctional Institution
| Program | Love-A-Pup |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Lorain County Animal Protection League (APL) |
| Cost | $70 includes spay, first set of shots, worming, and veterinarian exam. |
| Partner Contact | Denise Willis (440) 322-4321 |
| Web Address | www.FriendshipAPL.org or www.petfinder.com |
| Prison Contact | Venessa Shepherd (440)748-1161, Ext. 392 or Venessa.Shepherd@odrc.state.oh.us |
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Hocking Correctional Facility*
| Program | Avalon Animal Rescue |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Avalon Animal Rescue |
| Cost | $130; all adoptions require a home visit and a vet reference. |
| Partner Contact | Nanette Rorick (740) 797-4469 or acramer@frognet.net |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.org/shelters/OH261.html |
| Prison Contact | Anne Richardson, (740) 753-1917 Ext. 2101 |
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| Program | Hocking County Humane Society |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience training for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | Hocking County Humane Society |
| Cost | Contact shelter |
| Partner Contact | Sandy Harvey, (740) 380-9109 |
| Web Address | None |
| Prison Contact | Anne Richardson (740) 753-1917, Ext. 2101 |
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| Program | GSP Care (German Shorthaired Pointer) |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience training for family adoptions. |
| Adoption Through | GSP Care of Ohio Rescue, Inc. |
| Cost | $300 includes vetting, spay, all vaccinations |
| Partner Contact | Adrianna Sokach (614) 855-3617 |
| Web Address | gspcareohio.freeservers.com |
| Prison Contact | Anne Richardson (740) 753-1917, Ext. 2101 |
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Lake Erie Correctional Institution*
| Program | Pound Puppy |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience training for family adoptions |
| Adoption Through | Animal Protection League (APL). |
| Cost | Adoption fee $125 |
| Prison Contact | Carol Hively at (440) 599-5000, Ext. 5542, or Carol.Hively@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Ashtabula County Animal Protective League, Tammy at (440) 224-1222 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Lebanon Correctional Institution*
| Program | 4 PAWS For Ability |
|---|---|
| Description | Provides obedience training and placement of service dogs for family placement or for people with disabilities. A large majority of the 4PAWS dogs go to children with autism. The goals of 4 PAWS is to provide everyone defined as disabled with a service dog, reduce the number of unwanted animals and increase public awareness of the laws regarding service animals and those defined as disabled. |
| Adoption Through | 4 PAWS For Ability. |
| Cost | Adoption fees vary, usually around $200 - $500 for dogs that do not make the program. Cost includes spay/neuter, vaccinations and microchip. License fee NOT included. For more information regarding service dogs, please visit 4PAWS website. |
| Prison Contact | Janice Vurginac (513) 932-1211, Ext. 3316; Deborah Snider (513) 932-1211 Ext. 3911 |
| Partner Contact | 4 PAWS For Ability, Karen Shirk, 937-374-0385, www.4pawsforability.org or Karen4paws@aol.com |
| Web Address | www.4pawsforability.org |
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London Correctional Institution*
| Program | Circle Tail, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Description | Train dogs for service work (e.g. handicap, nursing homes, etc) and basic obedience for adoption to private homes. |
| Adoption Through | Circle Tail, Inc. |
| Cost | $95.00 and up, depending on the level of training of the dog. |
| Prison Contact | Theodore Cooper, Unit A 3/4 at (740) 852-245, Ext. 2520 |
| Partner Contact | Circle Tail, Inc. Marlys Staley, 513-877-3325, e-mail Marlys@circletail.org |
| Web Address | www.circletail.org |
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| Program | Pure Bred Rescue (P.R.O.) |
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience training for family adoptions |
| Adoption Through | Pure Bred Rescue (P.R.O.), Lori Blackburn, P.O. Box 88, Bellbrook, Ohio 45305 |
| Cost | $250 and up |
| Prison Contact | Ben Gilliam, Unit D 3 at (740) 852-2454 Ext. 2410 |
| Partner Contact | Lori Blackburn at (866) 841-9137 |
| Web Address | www.purebredrescueorganization.com |
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Lorain Correctional Institution*
| Program | Berea Animal Rescue |
|---|---|
| Description | Fosters rescued dogs of all breeds for family adoption. Provides socialization and basic obedience training. |
| Adoption Through | Berea Animal Rescue |
| Cost | Puppies (less than 7 months) $200; Adults (7 months to 6 years) $100; Seniors (7 years or older) $85; Small dogs (less than 7 years and less than 25 lbs) $200 |
| Prison Contact | Tracy Rachel (440) 748-1049, ext. 458 |
| Partner Contact | Berea Animal Rescue (440) 234-2034; dogcommittee@bereaanimalrescue.com |
| Web Address | bereaanimalrescue.com |
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Madison Correctional Institution*
| Program | Fresh Start Canine/Feline Program |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster abandoned dogs and cats for family adoption. Provide medical care to special needs cases. Provide training of basic commands for dogs. |
| Adoption Through | Madison County Humane Society |
| Cost | $105 dog adoption fee, $14 license fee. $60 cat adoption fee. Fees include spay or neuter, one-year rabies, and current shots and microchip. |
| Prison Contact(s) | Lori Campbell at (740) 852-9777, Ext. 2430, or Lynda Junk at (740) 852-9777, Ext. 2337 |
| Partner Contact | Fresh Start, Madison County Humane Society |
| Web Address | http://www.hsmcohio.com/ |
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Mansfield Correctional Institution*
| Program (1) | Tender Loving Dog Care (TLDC) |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Ashland County Humane Society |
| Cost | $175 |
| Prison Contact | Penny Doerrer at (419) 526-2000, Ext. 806-2023, or Penny.Doerrer@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Ashland County Humane Society, Estill Tibbs at (419) 651-1689 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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| Program | Tender Loving Dog Care (TLCD) |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Richland County Humane Society |
| Cost | $175 |
| Prison Contact | Penny Doerrer at (419) 526-2000, Ext. 806-2023, or Penny.Doerrer@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Richland County Humane Society, Missy Houghton at (419) 774-4795 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com; www.adoptourstrays.com |
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| Program | Tender Loving Dog Care (TLCD) |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Richland County Dog Warden's Office |
| Cost | $150 |
| Prison Contact | Penny Doerrer at (419) 526-2000, Ext. 806-2023, or Penny.Doerrer@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Richland County Dog Warden's Office, Laurie Miller at (419) 774-5892 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Marion Correctional Institution*
| Program | Animal Shelter Society |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Humane Society and Zanesville Animal Shelter via Marion Correctional Institution |
| Cost | $100 |
| Prison Contact | Kathy Hamilton at (740) 382-5781, ext. 2210; kathy.hamilton@odrc.state.oh.us; or Cory Blankenship at (740) 382-5781, ext. 2232; cory.blankenship@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Through institution |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Noble Correctional Institution*
| Program | Cell Dogs |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | County partners Guernsey, Monroe, and Washington |
| Cost | $45 adoption fee, includes shots and rabies vaccination |
| Prison Contact | David Covey at (740) 732-5188, Ext. 3302 |
| Partner Contact | Guernsey County, Pound Partners, Patsy Peppers at (740) 432-2241; Monroe County, Diane Konecny at (740) 567-4009; and Washington County, Steve at (740) 373-5959. |
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North Central Correctional Institution*
| Program | WAGS for Kids (Working Animals giving Service for Kids) |
|---|---|
| Description | Training dogs to go to children with disabilities in Northeast Ohio |
| Adoption Through | N/A |
| Cost | N/A |
| Prison Contact | Theresa Jolliff at (740) 387-7040 Ext. 3172; Theresa.Jolliff@odrc.state.oh.us; |
| Partner Contact | WAGS for Kids, Wendy Nelson (216) 406-7656; wendy@wags4kids.com |
| Web Address | http://www.wags4kids.com/ |
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North Coast Correctional Treatment Facility
| Program | Pound Puppy Programs |
|---|---|
| Description | Works with shelter abused and neglected dogs. Trained in obedience and agility; specialized in behavior modification |
| Adoption Through | PA Great Dane Rescue, Pennsylvania Oasis Animal Shelter, Oberlin |
| Cost | Varies |
| Prison Contact | Erin (440) 748-5000, Ext. 2025; or Ehoak@mtctrains.com |
| Partner Contact | PA Great Dane Rescue - Jeanie Matvey (724-869-9185); Oasis Animal Shelter - Vera Opel (440-775-4101) |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Northeast Pre-Release Center*
| Program | Under the Wing |
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| Description | Fostering care for dogs and cats. Provide monthly dog training, skills, and seminars to offenders to facilitate pet obedience. |
| Adoption Through | Under the Wing |
| Cost | None |
| Prison Contact | Dessie Cheers at (216) 771-6460, Ext. 2201; dessie.cheers@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Emily Erbs at (216) 406-1220; or (216) 881-6007 |
| Web Address | www.underthewing.org |
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Oakwood Correctional Facility
| Program | Oakwood Dog Harbor Program |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains rescued dogs from area shelters in obedience training |
| Adoption | Through Area Humane Societies |
| Cost | Adoption fee ranges from $55-$100 |
| Prison Contact | Dirk D. Esmonde at (419) 225-8052, Ext. 3005, or Karen.esmonde@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Allen County Dog Warden, Angels For Animals, Shelby County Humane Society, Hand Me Down Dobes, Lots of Love Rescue, Auglaize County Humane Society |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Ohio Reformatory for Women*
| Program (1) | Circle Tails |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs for family adoptions and service dogs |
| Adoption Through | Circle Tail, Inc. |
| Cost | Adoption fee $95.00 and up, depending on the level of training. |
| Prison Contact | Jeff Coleson at 937-642-1065, ext 2089; Jeffrey.Coleson@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Circle Tail, Inc. Marlys Staley, 513-877-3325, e-mail Marlys@circletail.org |
| Web Address | www.circletail.org |
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| Program | Second Chance Dogs |
| Description | Trains retired greyhounds for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Team Greyhound Adoptions of Ohio, Inc. |
| Cost | $100 non-refundable deposit included in $200 adoption fee |
| Prison Contact | Sgt. Ron Price at 937-642-1065, ext. 3113; Ronald.Price@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Pam Voss at 877-842-6446 (Team Greyhound Adoptions of Ohio) or nettienvanilla@yahoo.com |
| Web Address | www.teamgreyhound.com |
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| Program | Union County Humane Society |
| Description | Foster and train senior dogs up for adoption and foster cats up for adoption |
| Adoption Through | Union County Humane Society |
| Cost | Senior dogs $70; adult dogs $110; puppies $150; cats and kittens $70 |
| Prison Contact | Jeff Coleson |
| Partner Contact | James Froehlich, 937-642-6716; james@uchspets.org |
| Web Address | www.uchspets.org |
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Pickaway Correctional Institution*
| Program | Team Greyhound of Ohio Inc. |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs in obedience for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Team Greyhound of Ohio Inc. |
| Cost | $200; $100 non-refundable |
| Prison Contact | Sherri Tillett at (614) 877-4362, Ext. 2515 or Sherri.Tillett@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Wendy Simon or Tracy Poplinski at (877) TGA-OHIO or president@teamgreyhound.com |
| Web Address | www.teamgreyhound.com |
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| Program | Pilot Dog, Inc. |
| Description | Puppies are trained to assist the hearing and/or visually impaired. They learn socialization and basic commands |
| Adoption Through | Pilot Dog, Inc. |
| Cost | $75 |
| Prison Contact | Amy Richardson at (614) 877-4362 Ext. 2401 or Amy.Richardson@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Laura Schott at (614) 449-2136, Pilot Dog, Inc., 550 Stimmel Road, Columbus, OH 43223 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Richland Correctional Institution*
| Program | Pound Puppy Program |
|---|---|
| Description | Trains dogs for family placement |
| Adoption Through | Ashland County Dog Warden (419) 289-1455 |
| Cost | $100 |
| Prison Contact | Adrienne Husty (419) 526-2100, or Adrienne.Husty@odrc.state.oh.us; Wanda Nelson (419) 526-2100, or Wanda.Nelson@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Ashland County Dog Warden, Tom Kohst at 419-289-1455 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Ross Correctional Institution*
| Program | Circle Tail, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Description | Train dogs for service work (i.e. handicap, nursing homes, etc) and basic obedience for adoption to private homes. |
| Adoption Through | Circle Tail, Inc. |
| Cost | $125.00 and up, depending on the level of training of the dog. |
| Prison Contact | Marsha Smith at 740-774-7050 ext. 2167 |
| Partner Contact | Circle Tail, Inc. Staley, 513-877-3325, e-mail Marlys@circletail.orgg |
| Web Address | www.circletail.org |
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| Program | Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) |
| Description | Train dogs for service work to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs. |
| Adoption Through | Canine Companions for Independence (graduates) |
| Cost | None at RCI; $100 training fee for 2 week course with graduate dog in Delaware, Ohio |
| Prison Contact | Denice Parker at 740-774-7050, ext. 2751, or Debbie Tackett at 740-774-7050, ext. 2567 |
| Partner Contact | Canine Companions for Independence, Suzanne Sliclen at 740-548-4447. |
| Web Address | www.cci.org |
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Southeastern Correctional Institution*
All dogs located at the Southeastern Correctional Institution are featured on the web site: www.adoptapet.com. Click "find a shelter" on the right side and use zip code "43130" and shelter name "Southeastern" to identify one of our dogs.
| Program | Fairfield Area Humane Society |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Fairfield Area Humane Society |
| Cost | $100 to $150 |
| Prison Contact | Rick Chuvalas (740) 653-4324, Ext. 2700; Dee Dailey at (740) 653-4324 Ext. 2530 |
| Partner Contact | Corey Schoonover at (740) 687-0627 |
| Web Address | www.fairhumane.org |
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| Program | Perry County Humane Society |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Perry County Humane Society |
| Cost | $150 |
| Prison Contact | Rick Chuvalas (740) 653-4324, Ext. 2700; Dee Dailey at (740) 653-4324 Ext. 2530 |
| Partner Contact | Jack Price at (740) 347-4233 |
| Web Address | www.perrychs.com |
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| Program | Saving Pets One at a Time (S.P.O.T. - Humane Society of Morgan County) |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | S.P.O.T. |
| Cost | $125 |
| Prison Contact | Rick Chuvalas (740) 653-4324, Ext. 2700; Dee Dailey at (740) 653-4324 Ext. 2530 |
| Partner Contact | Susan Moody 740-554-7466; Kellie Caldwell 740-962-9164 |
| Web Address | www.morganspot.org |
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| Program | Second Chance Companions (Bremen, OH) |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Second Chance Companions |
| Cost | $150 |
| Prison Contact | Rick Chuvalas (740) 653-4324, Ext. 2700; Dee Dailey at (740) 653-4324 Ext. 2530 |
| Partner Contact | Jackie Hardman, RVT |
| Web Address | www.2ndchancecompanions.com |
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Toledo Correctional Institution*
| Program | ToCI PUPPS Program (Prisoners United Puppies and People through Service) |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train puppies and dogs for people with physical disabilities |
| Adoption Through | N/A |
| Cost | N/A |
| Prison Contact | Linda Meeks at (419) 426-7977, Ext 7234, or Linda.Meeks@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | Assistance Dogs of America, Inc. (ADAI), Jan Brown, Executive Director at (419) 825-3622 |
| Web Address | www.adai.org |
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Trumbull Correctional Institution*
| Program | Rose's Rescue |
|---|---|
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | Rose's Rescue |
| Cost | $175.00 (varies according to dog) |
| Prison Contact | Sharon Chilson (330) 898-0820 Ext. 2041 |
| Partner Contact | Rose's Rescue |
| Web Address | www.rosesrescue.net |
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| Program | Caring Companions - Trumbull County Animal Welfare League |
| Description | Foster and train abandoned dogs for family adoption |
| Adoption Through | www.petfinder.com |
| Cost | $130 (includes all vaccinations, neutering, dog obedience trained and microchip |
| Prison Contact | Patty Callahan (330) 898-0820 Ext. 1583 |
| Partner Contact | Trumbull County Animal Welfare League 330-399-2086 |
| Web Address | www.petfinder.com |
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Warren Correctional Institution*
| Program | 4 PAWS For Ability |
|---|---|
| Description | Provides obedience training and placement of service dogs for family placement or for people with disabilities. A large majority of the 4PAWS dogs go to children with autism. The goals of 4 PAWS is to provide everyone defined with as disabled with a service dog, reduce the number of unwanted animals and increase public awareness of the laws regarding service animals and those defined as disabled. |
| Adoption Through | 4 PAWS For Ability. |
| Cost | Adoption fees vary, usually around $125-175.00-includes spay/neuter, vaccinations and microchip. License fee NOT included. |
| Prison Contact | Garland Wallace (513) 932-3388, Ext. 2163, Garland.Wallace@odrc.state.oh.us |
| Partner Contact | 4 PAWS For Ability, Karen Shirk, 937-374-0385, www.4pawsforability.org or Karen4paws@aol.com |
| Web Address | www.4pawsforability.org |
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