3 more dogs complete training at Albion Correctional and are available at PAWS
Provided photos: These three dogs, from left – Dewey, Huey and Louie – recently completed an 8-week training program, learning obedience skills from incarcerated individuals at the Albion Correctional Facility.
ALBION – Albion Correctional Facility has again partnered up with community volunteer trainer, Dawn Spencer, who has over 25 years of experience in dog training. Dawn is the owner of Eye of Oden K9 Training in Kent.
In collaboration with PAWS Animal Shelter, Albion Correctional Facility welcomed three rescue dogs – Huey, Dewey and Louie – on Feb. 1. All the puppies are 6 months old and have completed the 8-week training program.
Throughout the 8 weeks, three teams of incarcerated individuals served as handlers for the dogs. Dawn Spencer visited the facility once a week to put the puppies through the AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program.
The S.T.A.R. stands for Socialization, Training, Activity, and Responsible owner – the pillars of getting puppies off to a good start. Dawn instructed the incarcerated individuals on what skills to work on each week.
The graduation of Huey, Dewey and Louie occurred on April 10 and the pups are currently up for adoption. If you are interested in adopting Huey, Dewey or Louie, applications are available at paws14411.com.
