Canine CellMates

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

Meet Joaquin and Pebbles. Two beings who came from very different worlds—but were both stuck in their own cycles.
Inside our program, they helped each other heal, learn, and grow.
He learned patience; the dog learned trust.
He built skills; the dog built confidence.
And together? They changed their futures.
This is what breaking cycles looks like.
Give today to help create the next success story. www.tinyurl.com/ccmgagives

12/02/2025

Many of the dogs who enter our program come from shelters after being overlooked, afraid, or misunderstood.
Inside our program, these dogs receive structure, training, confidence — and unconditional love.
They become adoptable. They become chosen.
Your gift helps break the cycle of abandonment, one dog at a time. Together, we break cycles.

Donate today to support the dogs in our program. www.tinyurl.com/ccmgagives

12/02/2025

The cycle of incarceration is hard to escape—until someone believes in your potential. Through our Beyond the Bars program, men learn responsibility, patience, empathy, and the skills needed to build a better path forward.

Your support turns a cycle of incarceration into a cycle of opportunity.

Donate today to support the men in our program. Donate link in comments below.

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, we’re focusing on something powerful: breaking cycles. Cycles of incarceration … Cycles of abandonment … Cycles of hopelessness.

At Canine CellMates, we see change happen every day—because when you invest in people and dogs who deserve a second chance, you help rewrite futures.

Together, we break cycles. And it starts with you.

Donate today to support the men in our program. www.tinyurl.com/ccmgagives

12/01/2025

Giving Tuesday is almost here! Giving Tuesday is the the largest day of giving in the entire year! If you are here, reading this, we hope it is because you follow our journey, and you support our mission - Utilizing Shelter Dogs to Break the Cycle of Incarceration.
Will you help us make this Giving Tuesday our best one ever? www.tinyurl.com/ccmgagives

11/20/2025

Looking for the perfect roommate? Kiwi is in search of her forever home — and she has quite the resume.
🍽️Always cleans her plate (no need to worry about the dishes).
⛰️Happy in any environment, whether you are exploring the outdoors or binging Netflix on the couch.
👂🏻A patient listener who never cuts you off.
🧹Very tidy & clean (house trained!)
✨Knows how to dazzle guests with tricks for days.

Located in Atlanta, Kiwi is 7 years old and eager to please. Those out of state are also eligible to adopt! Ready to take the next step? Begin the process by filling out an adoption application at www.caninecellmates.org

11/18/2025

✨ Support Canine CellMates & Treat Yourself! ✨

We’re kicking off a Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser, and it’s the tastiest way to help our program continue changing lives — both two-legged and four-legged. 🐾💛

When you purchase a Honey Baked Ham gift card through our fundraiser, a portion of every sale goes directly to Canine CellMates, helping us continue our mission of transforming incarcerated men and rescue dogs through compassion, accountability, and second chances. You can use this gift card yourself, to purchase at a store, or use it for a gift!

🍖 Perfect for holiday meals
🎁 Great for gifting
🙌 A delicious way to support a great cause

Click the link below to order your gift cards and spread some joy this season — while making a real impact right here at home.

🎁 It’s Easy to Make a Difference:
1️⃣ Click the link: https://www.honeybaked.com/fundraising/Support_Canine_CellMates_for_the_Holidays
2️⃣ Select which giftcard fits best for you!
3️⃣ Know you’re helping wagging tails and hopeful hearts!

“Every dog deserves a home, and every person deserves hope.”
Order now and make this holiday season unforgettable!

11/12/2025

At Canine CellMates, we believe in the power of positive reinforcement — not just for our dogs, but for the men in our program, too.

Science shows that all mammals (yes, even the two-legged kind!) learn best through encouragement and positivity. That’s why our training room features a chalkboard filled with daily quotes and inspirational messages — little reminders that growth, healing, and transformation take time.

Positive change doesn’t happen overnight — it’s a journey. And sometimes, all it takes is a few kind words to spark that first step forward.

Have a quote or saying that inspires you? Drop it in the comments — we’d love to add it to our board!

11/09/2025

About a month ago, we put out a little SOS for help — our treat pouches were looking ruff!

Well, our amazing friend and longtime supporter Christi came to the rescue! She sent brand new treat pouches for our program participants, and as you can see, the guys were thrilled to show them off.

Thank you so much, Christi, for always having our backs (and our pockets full of treats)!

10/29/2025

Our sweet little guy, Queso, isn’t feeling so great. 😞

After a vet visit, exam, and some X-rays, we found out he’s got bronchitis. Poor baby! He’s now on antibiotics, cough tablets, and steroids — and we’re hopeful he’ll be back to his happy, spunky self soon.

Unfortunately, vet care can be expensive, and this visit (exam, X-rays, and meds) came to $571. If you’d like to help us cover this unexpected cost, we’d be so grateful — Queso is absolutely worth every penny.

10/23/2025

Did you know today is National Croc Day? Well, word must’ve made its way to Zuko — and he’s all in!

Crocs first hit the scene back in 2002 in Boulder, Colorado, when their creators set out to make the perfect foam boating shoe. Fast forward a couple of decades, and now everyone from Justin Bieber to LeBron James is rocking them. Naturally, Zuko had to see what all the hype was about!

Now he’s wondering… who wears them better — him or his stylish friend?

If you’re looking for a bestie who’s always up for a laugh, loves trying new things, and doesn’t take himself too seriously, this blockheaded low rider might just be your guy.

Zuko’s ready to be your fun-loving, trendsetting sidekick. Want to meet him? Start with an adoption application at caninecellmates.org!