PAWS Canines of the Week

November 20, 2012 at 9:21 pm brownwoodnewsstaff

Life

Chico The PAWS program at the Ron Jackson State Juvenile Correctional Complex pairs TJJD youth with K-9 partners, who come from the Corinne T. Smith Animal Shelter, for 12 weeks. During this time, the dogs learn basic commands, improve their socialization skills and earn the American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Good Citizenship certification. Youth learn empathy, compassion and responsibility. They are responsible for their dogs at all times and do all the feeding, grooming and training. The dogs live on the dorms with the students. Four dogs are currently ready for adoption. If you are interested in providing a forever home for one of these beautiful animals, please contact Holli Fenton, Dorm Supervisor at 325-641-4260 or Freda Day, Corinne T. Smith Animal Center Director, at 325-646-0617.

Below are pictures and descriptions of these dogs from their TJJD youth trainers.

Chico (pictured top left) is a Chihuahua mix. He turned one on 9-26-12. He is 5 pounds, smooth coated and cream colored. He likes to play with squeaky toys and he is a very active canine. When you are feeling down he will be there to comfort you and keep you smiling. The best thing about him is he’s very loyal and obedient. For instance when you lay down to relax, he will do the same. Also he quickly adapts to the daily routine. He is an inside dog and would do good living in a small place, such as an apartment, but will also do well in a larger house. He will be great with children 3 and up.

Whaley

Whaley (pictured left) is a 5-year-old hound, standard Beagle. He is brown, black and white in color. He is very calm and gentle; this makes him easy to handle. He loves to sniff around while walking; then he has found the spot, he will plop down to rest in the shade. He would be great with kids in all age ranges. He is house broken and loves to help cheer you up.

Squirt

Squirt (pictured left) is a year-old, gray and brown Alaskan Husky mix who weighs in at about 50 lbs. His student trainer describes him as “sweet, loving, friendly and very high-energy. She feels he would do best in a family with older children and that he would enjoy being in a house with other dogs.” His favorite tricks are: beg, paw (shake), high 5, high 10, and sit pretty. Squirt’s student trainer described her time with him as a very positive experience. “He senses emotions, can always tell when I’m feeling bad and does tricks or gets me to play with him so I cheer up.” The student says she has learned patience and the art of coping with stress during her time with Squirt. Squirt himself made a request: “Anyone who takes me must love to give belly rubs!”

Looney

Last but certainly not least is Looney (pictured left) who is a 2 year-old Blue Heeler mix and weighs about 40 lbs. He is very high energy and loves to be the center of attention. His favorite tricks are: speak, stomp, sit pretty, and hug. Looney loves to give hugs. His student trainer feels he would do best in a home with a big yard and older children.

The PAWS program at the Ron Jackson State Juvenile Correctional Complex pairs TJJD youth with K-9 partners, who come from the Corinne T. Smith Animal Shelter, for 12 weeks. During this time, the dogs learn basic commands, improve their socialization skills and earn the American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Good Citizenship certification. Youth learn empathy, compassion and responsibility. They are responsible for their dogs at all times and do all the feeding, grooming and training. The dogs live on the dorms with the students. Four dogs are currently ready for adoption. If you are interested in providing a forever home for one of these beautiful animals, please contact Holli Fenton, Dorm Supervisor at 325-641-4260 or Freda Day, Corinne T. Smith Animal Center Director, at 325-646-0617.

Chico is a Chihuahua mix. He turned one on 9-26-12. He is 5 pounds, smooth coated and cream colored. He likes to play with squeaky toys and he is a very active canine. When you are feeling down he will be there to comfort you and keep you smiling. The best thing about him is he’s very loyal and obedient. For instance when you lay down to relax, he will do the same. Also he quickly adapts to the daily routine. He is an inside dog and would do good living in a small place, such as an apartment, but will also do well in a larger house. He will be great with children 3 and up.

Whaley is a 5 year old hound, standard Beagle. He is brown, black and white in color. He is very calm and gentle; this makes him easy to handle. He loves to sniff around while walking; then he has found the spot, he will plop down to rest in the shade. He would be great with kids in all age ranges. He is house broken and loves to help cheer you up.

Squirt is a year-old, gray and brown Alaskan Husky mix who weighs in at about 50 lbs. His student trainer describes him as “sweet, loving, friendly and very high-energy. She feels he would do best in a family with older children and that he would enjoy being in a house with other dogs.” His favorite tricks are: beg, paw (shake), high 5, high 10, and sit pretty. Squirt’s student trainer described her time with him as a very positive experience. “He senses emotions, can always tell when I’m feeling bad and does tricks or gets me to play with him so I cheer up.” The student says she has learned patience and the art of coping with stress during her time with Squirt. Squirt himself made a request: “Anyone who takes me must love to give belly rubs!”

Last but certainly not least is Looney who is a 2 year-old Blue Heeler mix and weighs about 40 lbs. He is very high energy and loves to be the center of attention. His favorite tricks are: speak, stomp, sit pretty, and hug. Looney loves to give hugs. His student trainer feels he would do best in a home with a big yard and older children.

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