Prison Pet Partnership is a non-profit organization located on the grounds of the Washington Corrections Center for Women in Gig Harbor. PPP trains rescue and purpose-bred dogs as service, therapy and companion animals and operates a boarding and grooming facility to provide vocational education for individuals experiencing incarceration in Washington State.
Our program benefits all involved - the animals who are given the chance to lead lives of service, the incarcerated and system impacted people who learn valuable skills so they may find gainful employment upon release, and the individuals with disabilities who receive well-trained dogs to help increase their level of independence.
Our program benefits all involved - the animals who are given the chance to lead lives of service, the incarcerated and system impacted people who learn valuable skills so they may find gainful employment upon release, and the individuals with disabilities who receive well-trained dogs to help increase their level of independence.
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Prison Pet Partnership gives incarcerated individuals the opportunity to learn valuable pet care vocational skills to use in finding employment when they resume their lives outside of prison. In addition to training, boarding, and grooming dogs, incarcerated individuals also gain clerical skills by working in our office.
There are three easy ways to donate to Prison Pet Partnership. The Wish List indicates the supplies that the program most needs. If you would like to support us by sending a donation of supplies or materials, please choose something from our list and call us for shipping instructions. You can also purchase a gift card from office and pet food suppliers online and mail that as a donation. Or to make donating even easier, view our Amazon Wish List where you can purchase items online and they will be shipped directly to us.
If you are interested in volunteering to assist our Service dog program by fostering, please contact us at info@prisonpetpartnership.org and we will follow up with you. If you are interested in volunteering your time, talent and effort for the benefit of Prison Pet Partnership, please consider submitting an application to serve on our Board of Directors.
We are no longer accepting new service dog applications. While we are still training dogs for future service dog placements, we are focused on best serving our current waitlist which is quite long. We hope to reopen applications in late 2022. Thank you for understanding. A puppy who enters our program needs up to two years of care, training and love!
Reviews (9)
Mickie Zacharczyk
Jun 01, 2020
We left our sweet dog in the care of prison pet partnership and I have to tell you that our dog was treated like royalty. He was very happy to see us but he was very affectionate to his caretaker. The women who took care of him were very dedicated to the care of the animals that they are assigned. We will be using the service from now on. The cost is extremely reasonable compared to other facilities. Their are training, boarding and adoption services available. Really happy dogs and nice people.
Erin Dorn
Apr 21, 2020
This is not only a wonderful program but the care our dogs get is phenomenal! The first time we boarded our oldest dog there was 8 weeks after a TPLO surgery and we got her back in great condition. We were concerned leaving her after just having had such an extensive surgery but they were wonderful with her. We have boarded her and out other dog there 2 other times and they only draw-back is how far out you have to plan to get your animal boarded. Also, the records they keep daily and you get upon picking your dog up is wonderful as well. In addition, the cost is very reasonable as well.
Susan Carter
Dec 01, 2019
Great place for your pets grooming and boarding. Last time we went to pick our pets up the wait was extended because of the head count, but it is a prison so there a certain considerations that must be accepted. Our animals are always lovingly cared for and every time we take them they go with excitement.
Pat Timbrook
Apr 01, 2019
Angie Lyons Photography
Mar 31, 2019
Absolutely the best. Hands down. (to respond to those who complain about the process of in and out: it's a prison. And it is a quicker process than every single experience I've had at any other boarding facility where I wait for someone to come get my dog. The moment you walk back, they come meet you to take your dog. It's not hard, and doesn't take that long.) Having a full bred Malinois rescue, dog care is extremely difficult. Cannot be around children, other dogs are iffy, no other animals, and if you don't know how to handle a baby t-rex, you are out.
These ladies are TRAINED and trained well. They can read the dog's body language and adapt to their breed temperment. I had been taking him somewhere different in the past, and he always came home with extremely high anxiety (panting excessively, shaking, crying, even peeing a little). His very first trial visit for three nights at PPP, and he came strolling out as if he found a second home.
His caretaker took a GREAT deal of extra time with him in his kennel, one on one. She took additional time to introduce my dog to the other ladies, and built a close bond with him. When we left, my dog was calm, relaxed. He just sat in the car and put his head out the window. No shaking, no panting. Nothing! The ladies in the program are experts with dogs, and are very professional.
I took a tour and the entire kennel area is spic and span clean! Not a single bit of foul odor. The run area outside is free of poo and very well kept. They have a highly organized system and follow it to a T. Best of all, these ladies really do love your pet. They spend a LOT of time with them (not just a quick potty break). They really do invest time and love; I feel 150% confident that my pet/family member is in good hands. It is as if he is visiting his second home.
These ladies are TRAINED and trained well. They can read the dog's body language and adapt to their breed temperment. I had been taking him somewhere different in the past, and he always came home with extremely high anxiety (panting excessively, shaking, crying, even peeing a little). His very first trial visit for three nights at PPP, and he came strolling out as if he found a second home.
His caretaker took a GREAT deal of extra time with him in his kennel, one on one. She took additional time to introduce my dog to the other ladies, and built a close bond with him. When we left, my dog was calm, relaxed. He just sat in the car and put his head out the window. No shaking, no panting. Nothing! The ladies in the program are experts with dogs, and are very professional.
I took a tour and the entire kennel area is spic and span clean! Not a single bit of foul odor. The run area outside is free of poo and very well kept. They have a highly organized system and follow it to a T. Best of all, these ladies really do love your pet. They spend a LOT of time with them (not just a quick potty break). They really do invest time and love; I feel 150% confident that my pet/family member is in good hands. It is as if he is visiting his second home.
Jonathan Rienks
Jan 30, 2019
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Jun 23, 2018
Linda Hindes
May 11, 2018
Enjoyable tour of grooming facility. Purdy Prison looks like a college campus. The grooming staff (inmates) were very personable and pets and staff appeared happy. Dogs enjoyed showing off their talent in responding to all commands. It was during an unusual heat wave and several fans were cooling the grooming area. Most dogs were in doors except for two who wanted to chase balls outdoors and jump into the small pool of water. Exciting to hear about the "therapy dog program" as it is a proven fact that animals have a profound effect on all of us.
