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Pawsitive Change

Our goal is to reduce inmate recidivism by providing them a viable skill, while at the same time saving dogs lives.
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Marley's Mutts Pawsitive Change Program is a progressive and intensive rehabilitation program which matches death row dogs with inmates inside California State Prisons. Marley’s Mutts Pawsitive Change Program is a progressive and intensive rehabilitation program which matches death row dogs with inmates inside California State Prisons.

08/29/2024

Yes they can form bonds in prison and that’s exactly what we are tapping into…..their humanity. They need that humanity to grow and change and so we help them find it!

Being a part of saving a life will alter their course and in turn alter the lives of so many canine souls currently at risk of euthanasia in our public shelters. Want to be included in this life saving mission? Consider giving one of our many Pawsitive Change dogs a forever home. You can see them all and apply by going to the linktree in our bio and clicking Adopt Dogs!

08/28/2024

Trust….there may not be a lot of that behind prison walls but the right humans can build that trust in places it never was before. Training is all about trust. Trust between the handler and the dog and trust in the process that brings about change.

We work hard to foster a relationship of trust with our trainers and they in turn take that trust to build up their relationships with the dogs. This makes for better training and dogs who realize their full potential. Dogs who are then adoption ready and just waiting to find forever homes. Want to give one of our amazing Pawsitive Change pups the home they’ve been waiting for? You can check them all out and apply by going to the linktree in our bio and clicking Adopt Dogs!

08/27/2024

Sometimes really good dogs linger. Maybe they linger because of their breed mix or maybe they linger because of their size. Sometimes they linger simply because they’re a more nondescript color that doesn’t stand out in the public eye. All of those things are likely the reason sweet Pippa is still in our care. She’s a medium size brown pittie mix competing for adoption interest with all the other medium size brown pittie mixes. She has to work twice as hard to get herself noticed!

While she may not stand out to your average adopter we see what everyone else seems to be missing. We see a dog with an infectious, happy spirit who is thankful for her second chance. We see her goofy ears with a mind of their own and a face that holds a permanent smile. We see a dog who has put in the work and has training skills from our Pawsitive Change Prison program that most adopters want. We see a dog so deserving of a home and we are determined to help her find it. Want to help us get Pippa seen? It’s as simple as a share. You just might change the life of a dog who was born to have the decks stand against her. You just might help her find a home ❤️

08/27/2024

For many of our students, home has been a distant dream, but these dogs represent home and the eventual retrain to it! Through the bond they form with these dogs, that dream becomes a tangible goal—something to help keep@them focused on the positive inside prison.

These dogs represent the love, stability, and comfort that many of our students have longed for. Working with the dogs gets them thinking about what it means to return home and what they need to do to make that a reality one day. Each moment spent training, caring for, and connecting with these animals helps them visualize a future where they, too, can experience the warmth of a home—a place where they are needed, where they belong, and where they can build a new life.

Our dogs don’t just offer companionship; they inspire change. They remind our students that, like them, everyone deserves a second chance—a chance to come home.

08/26/2024

08/25/2024

13 sweet rescue pups are losing their long time independent rescuer 😞. She’s been on hospice care for the last 5 months and her caretakers are desperate to find them placement. We want to help but need fosters in order to do that. So far we’ve found fosters for 2. All of these pups are sweet and a little shy and many of them are seniors. They all need some vet care and grooming which we will provide.

If you can open your home to one or two of these little souls you’ll give them a soft place to land and their human mom the peace of knowing they’re safe as she crosses over. We are located in Tehachapi, Ca. and are looking for foster situations within driving distance to our rescue so needed vet care can be easily provided. We’ve posted info on each dog below and it corresponds to the order of the pics:

Oscar male 5 years old sh*tzu/terrier x (has potential to go into our Pawsitive Change program)

Chloe female 12+ years pom/chi

Foxy female 12+ years pom/chi

Maize female 9-10 years old terrier x

Molly female 15+ years spaniel/poodle x

Misty female 8-9 years old spaniel/poodle x

Daisy female 12+ terrier x

Daniel male 12+ Doxie/chi x

Darla female 5 years terrier/poodle x (has potential to go into our Pawsitive Change program)

Thomas male 12+ years Doxie/chi x

If you are available to foster please reach out directly to our foster team [email protected] or apply by going to the linktree in our bio.

08/23/2024

08/22/2024

Lots of hard working individuals in this photo! These guys are invested in what they do and are absolutely making a difference for the dogs they train. Want to show them how much you support everything they give? Consider donating a little to keep our Pawsitive Change programs running. Even a couple of dollars will go a long way to change more lives!

08/21/2024

The kind of sunshine in a bottle you want to take with you everywhere you go! Pippa has the smiling face we love and the zest for life that’s contagious. Dog social and Pawsitive Change trained she’s waited far too long to find a family of her own. Your share could change her future. Every dog wants a home to call their own and Pippa is waiting patiently for hers ❤️

To apply head to the linktree in our bio, click “Adopt Dogs” and fill out her application. Everyone needs a little sunshine and Pippa could very well be yours!

08/20/2024

Hard work with time to chill Lucky knows all about them both because of his time in Pawsitive Change. Our goal is to give these dogs the training they need so they can learn to do both. Young active dogs often have endless energy with no off switch and we give them the skills to be more balanced socially appropriate dogs.

Lucky has done his time and is ready to find a home. He’d love a fun dog to pal around with and an active fun loving family to call his own. To apply just head to the linktree in our bio, click “Adopt Dogs” and fill out his online application.

08/19/2024

Some of our Pawsitive Change dogs take longer than others to find their perfect home. Sweet Bailey is one of those dogs. She’s been in our care for 317 days. Almost a year. She’s a great older gal and just needs her chance. A chance to be seen, a chance to be wanted, a chance at adoption. Maybe you know someone who will give her that chance?

Bailey is goofy and fun. Even an older girl can be playful and Bailey promises to bring her playfulness and ball loving spirit to the family who gives her forever. She’d prefer to be your one and only pup so single dog homes were looking for you. If you love the pitties and support the 2nd chances Pawsitive Change gives please consider giving Bailey the family she’s been waiting for.

08/18/2024

This month, we celebrated a momentous occasion—another Pawsitive Change graduation at Tehachapi State Prison. I couldn’t be more proud of the men who participated in this round of the program. They pushed themselves far beyond their comfort zones, standing up to speak at graduation and share the incredible progress they’ve made over the past several months. It takes courage to open up and speak about the changes they’ve experienced, and witnessing their growth has been truly inspiring.Our program does more than just teach dog training skills; it taps into the deep, healing power of animals. The bond formed between the men and the dogs fosters empathy, responsibility, and a renewed sense of purpose. It’s a transformation that goes beyond the training yard—these men are changing for the better, and it’s evident in their confidence and the way they carry themselves.Graduation isn’t just the end of a program; it’s the beginning of new opportunities. Many of our graduates have found meaningful employment within the pet industry, a field that not only values their skills but also offers them a chance to continue working with animals—something that has brought them so much healing and joy. Watching these men find hope and a future through Pawsitive Change is a reminder of the power of second chances and the potential within us all.

08/18/2024

New Pawsitive Change Dogs Begin Their Journey!
We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of a new round of incredible dogs into the Pawsitive Change Program at Tehachapi State prison! These pups are gearing up for three transformative months filled with healing, progress, and growth as a team!

For the next three months, these dogs will be part of a dedicated team, working side by side with our committed student trainers. Together, they’ll embark on a journey of growth and improvement, learning from each other in ways that only this unique environment can provide.

Each dog will receive the attention, care, and training they need to become the best version of themselves. But it’s not just about the dogs—our trainers are also on a path to personal growth, gaining a sense of purpose, responsibility, and the joy that comes from giving a second chance to these deserving animals.

We can’t wait to share their progress with you over the coming weeks. Stay tuned for updates, and let’s cheer on these amazing dogs as they begin their journey towards brighter futures! 🐾✨

08/17/2024

This week, we had the incredible opportunity to bring a new group of shelter dogs into the prison for our Pawsitive Change program, where they will live and train with our students for the next three months. The excitement in the air was palpable as our students welcomed these dogs into their lives. For some of them, it’s been years since they’ve even seen a dog, let alone had the chance to care for and connect with one.

Bringing dogs into the yard always lifts the spirits and energy of everyone at the facility, not just our students. There’s a unique, rehabilitative power in these moments—the presence of the dogs symbolizes home, love, and the idea of a second chance. For our students, who are often so far removed from the warmth and comfort of home, these dogs offer a glimpse of what they are working towards. They serve as a reminder of the possibilities that lie ahead, the chance to rebuild and redefine their lives.

This program isn’t just about training dogs; it’s about offering hope, healing, and a sense of purpose to those who need it most. It’s incredible to witness how these dogs can transform the environment and the people in it, reaffirming our belief in the power of second chances, for both the dogs and the students.

08/16/2024

Forgotten dogs and so many forgotten people but rescued dogs can help rescue people! We are firm believers that with the right programming we can continue to positively impact lives both human and canine and make the difference those lives need the most. Our veterans have given selflessly but sadly many are part of that forgotten group of individuals left with minimal support and very few options. We are working on a program to shift the current climate and help lift up these humans who have given so much. We couldn’t think of a better way to continue our mission of service and save even more lives along the way. Want to help or learn more? Shoot a message to our inquiries line and the team will reach back out [email protected]

08/15/2024

A Star is Born! But we all already knew our Jellyroll was a SUPERSTAR!!!!

Sweet Jellyroll has visited our guys in Pawsitive Change because she’s just that amazing and now it’s time for her moment in the spotlight. By teaming up with Stars Theater in Bakersfield she’s getting just that! What’s a production of Legally Blonde without a cute dog or two. Jellyroll will be making her stage debut in late August and is looking to find the appropriate accommodations for a dog with her star power. If you love a bit of a Diva with a heart of gold and live in Bakersfield Jellyroll would love to stay with you! Her production schedule including rehearsals will go through late September and she not only needs the perfect local foster spot but a chaffered ride to and from each event.

If you want a taste of Broadway and are willing to open your home Jellyroll would love to stay with you! Reach out directly to her production manager ie our foster team and let’s make this girls acting dreams come true! [email protected]

08/14/2024

Prudence, Gretel, Raff, Rain, Tucker and Zander have started their 1st day in Pawsitive Change at Tehachapi State Prison! This 1st day will start them on a journey to change not only their lives but the lives of the men they’ll be working with. They’ll be learning invaluable skills that will help them get adopted and the men will be learning life skills they can use outside of prison. There’s no better rehabilitative services than those that really change lives!

If you’re interested in any of these pups as they start their 3 month long program you can apply by going to the linktree in our bio. The goal of Pawsitive Change is to find these dogs forever homes and that starts now!

08/13/2024

Raff is such a fantastic dog that’s why we can’t believe he hasn’t found his home. This sweet boy came to us 4 months ago. He’d lingered at our county shelter and we noticed him because he was kenneled with a bunch of sassy chihuahuas. He didn’t know any of them but was such a good boy he got along with all of them. That’s how his journey has continued with us. He’s a dog that’s just likable and he likes everyone. His type of personality is what most adopters want a good dog with a great temperament! Now he has 3 months of training to add to his resume and we can’t help but be hopeful that the right family will see what we already know and give Raff the home he’s been waiting for!

To apply head to the linktree in our bio, click “Adopt Dogs”, locate Raff’s website bio and fill out his application. He’s ready and waiting to go home with you.

08/13/2024

We’ve got each other’s backs!
Rescued dogs, rescuing people!

08/12/2024

He’s as handsome as he is chill! Zander is going to make a great addition to our Pawsitive Change program and will make an even better addition to your family. If you’ve been looking for a good boy who likes other dogs and has a calm even energy level Zander is definitely your guy! He’ll complete his training over the next 3 months but don’t let that stop you from applying. We love to see these guys have loving homes waiting for their graduation day!

To apply head to the linktree in our bio, click “Adopt Dogs”, locate Zander’s website bio and fill out his application. He can’t wait for this chapter of his life to end with adoption!

08/11/2024

After spending over four months in prison, one of our favorite boys, Parker, has finally found his forever home! He really stole the hearts of our guys in and I can’t wait to tell them the good news. They put in so much work with Parker, helping him to be the best dog he could be, and giving him so much love. Let’s congratulate Parker and his new family, we’re so happy they found each other. 🥰And congratulations to his training team for a job well done!👏👏

08/10/2024

Our students in the Pawsitive Change program are on a journey to become the best versions of themselves, just as they are helping our rescue dogs do the same. For 14 weeks, day in and day out, they work tirelessly with one another and their canine partners, striving forward despite the challenges. The bond they create through this process is transformative, and by the end of the program, both our students and dogs emerge as different beings than when they started—more confident, more compassionate, and more connected. It’s a powerful reminder that growth and change are always possible when we work together.
We are proud of Mr Hampton and all of our student trainers!

08/09/2024

There’s got to be some ball playing lovers out there cause that’s exactly what Linus is looking for. Someone who wants a fun and playful dog to call their own. Someone who will play endless games of catch because that’s what he really really loves! Got dogs, got kids? He likes them too. He hasn’t found his perfect combination but maybe with your help he will! If you’ve been looking for an active and playful shepherd with some training under his belt look no further. The big and beautiful Linus is ready to go home with you!

To apply head to the linktree in our bio, click “adopt dogs” and get that application in!

08/08/2024

There’s so much potential in both man and dog. You just need to give them the opportunity. No one should be disposable. With the right tools and the willingness to guide we can change their lives and that’s exactly what we strive to do!

Parker is here to show you the potential change can give. A young boy who knew so little now knows a lot. He’s got a solid training foundation to pair with his handsome good looks and social personality. He’s dog friendly and ready to find a family of his own. If you believe in all the change we work so hard to achieve consider giving a Pawsitive Change dog the forever home they’ve been waiting for.

08/07/2024

Our universal language is LOVE!

The unconditional love and acceptance dogs give touches us in a place no human can. They’re magic and that’s what makes working along side dogs so extra special. They take that magic and give it to whoever needs it the most. We may not deserve what they choose to give but they give it anyway and for that we will always be thankful.

Neptune is ready to share his love. Are you ready to share yours with him? He brings training, positive canine social skills and all the love your heart can handle. Now to find that person who needs what he has to give the most….

08/06/2024

Her face is bright with the possibilities of the future. A future made possible through the hard work of many and our amazing Pawsitive Change program.

Pippa is ready to take the next step. She’s learned a lot and it’s now time to find her the perfect home. This girl is a bright light who loves other dogs, loves to play and has the training skills to make her an excellent family member. So many attributes there’s no reason she can’t find a family to call her own. So let’s help her get the only thing missing from her journey…..people to love.

08/06/2024

Dear Pawsitive Change Family,

As we approach nearly nine incredible years together, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. Because of you, we’ve saved over 600 dogs and graduated 1200 students, profoundly impacting countless lives.

Your generosity has not only rescued dogs from dire situations but has also transformed the lives of the students in our program and their families, giving them hope, purpose, and a chance to contribute positively to society. The ripple effects of our work together are immeasurable, and we couldn’t have achieved this without you.

However, we are currently facing financial challenges that threaten the sustainability of our mission. If Pawsitive Change has touched your heart, please consider making a recurring donation. Your continued support is crucial to ensuring we can keep saving dogs, rehabilitating student-inmates, and changing lives.

Thank you for being a vital part of our journey. Together, we can continue to make a difference.

With gratitude,
Zach

08/05/2024

Looking for a great dog? What about a great dog who’s getting their 2nd chance and helping humans along the way? Now add a 3 month long training program and all the skills they’ve learned in that training program. Win win right?!?!

Piper, Lucky, Neptune and Tucker are just a few of the amazing dogs available for adoption through our Pawsitive Change prison program. All dog friendly, all with a solid foundation in basic obedience skills. These dogs would love to find their forever homes. If you’re looking consider giving a Pawsitive Change dog the family they’ve always wanted.

08/04/2024

If regal good looks are a thing then Parker absolutely understood the assignment! This handsome boy is the entire package. Social, happy, dog friendly, trained. What’s not to love? And that’s why we don’t quite understand how Parker hasn’t been scooped up yet.

Maybe it’s his dark coat? Maybe it’s his medium size? Whatever the reason we can guarantee you’ll be adopting a fantastic dog if you bring Parker home. If you’ve been looking add Parker to your list because he’s ready and waiting to go home and start a life with you!

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Adoption is the ultimate freedom and this #freedomfriday we want you to tell your Marleys Mutts adoption love story! Your love story could win our rescue a $100,000 Petco Love Story grant! Yes you read that right $100,000 all because you share your love ❤️!!!!So what are you waiting for? Each adoption love story showcases how these amazing dogs end up with equally amazing humans and change their lives for the better. There’s nothing more wonderful than a life filled with love and we want you to share your unique love story with the world! Your share will help promote adoption and give us a chance to win funds that will give even more dogs and humans their chance to find their own forever love. Submit your 500 words or less story by going to the linktree in our bio and clicking “Petco Love Story”. Submissions start now and close at 11:59 p.m. (CST) on September 30, 2024. We can’t wait to see every single story that’s help spread so much love and hopefully have our chance to win a grant that will make even more of these love stories possible ❤️#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

❤️🏙️ We Need Your Vote!

Fashion, Dogs, the chance to win $25,000 our answer is yes to all of those things and an invite to Cat Walk Furbaby is making them happen! We’re headed to New York in a few short weeks and here’s where we need your help. We need votes to win and in order to vote you have to donate. It feels like a really big ask but our Mutt Militia has always come through so we have no doubt you all will step up big! Voting starts now so head to the linktree in our bio, click the “Catwalk Furbaby” link and you can both donate and vote there. September 5th is just around the corner so let’s make every donation and vote count so we can WIN 😃#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

❤️🙏🏻 Adopt Loretta Lynn!

Looking to add a Pawsitive Change pup to your family? Loretta is still looking for her forever home. Sadly her adoption fell through which means this sweet girl is still in the market for her perfect forever home. Looking for dog friendly and active? Loretta is both of those things and with her fabulous ears how can you say no? She’s got her training basics down and is now waiting to find you! Head to the linktree in our bio to apply! #marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

Class of 2024–Tehachapi State Prison

Our Forgotten Veterans Need You!

Yes she brings more to the table than just her amazing Pawsitive Change training skills. Pippa is a total water dog! She’s loves all things wet, wild and fun! What does this mean for future adopters? It means you’ve got your instant beach dog. You’ve got a dog who’d love a day at the lake. You’ve got a pup who doesn’t mind the rain cause a little water never hurt anyone. You’ve got a dog ready for all the adventures you have planned she just needs to find you! So if you’ve been looking Pippa is ready to end that search. Head to our website and apply! PS she’s great with her canine friends and would be the perfect addition to a fun loving pack! #marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

@pawsitivechangeprogram is more than just an opportunity for our students to learn new skills; it’s a lifeline that helps them get better, get sober, and move forward. For many of our students, Pawsitive Change is the first structured program they have ever been enrolled in. This experience is a crucial step in breaking the cycle of negativity and hopelessness that can pervade life in the penitentiary.Our program provides a structured, supportive environment that helps students get out of a rut and into the groove of positive programming. By focusing on constructive activities and personal growth, Pawsitive Change shifts the day-to-day experience from one of despair to one of hope and possibility.Involvement in Pawsitive Change is often the first step towards a complete transformation. It helps our students redirect their focus from negative influences to positive endeavors, creating human assets rather than liabilities. The skills and mindset they develop through our program pave the way for a brighter future, both inside and outside the prison walls.Join us in supporting the Pawsitive Change Program and be a part of this incredible journey of growth and redemption. Together, we can make a difference, one life at a time.

Victim Offender Dialogue!

Today, I had the profound privilege of participating in a @mendcollaborative Victim-Offender Dialogue at Tehachapi State Prison, alongside one of my students and the mother of his victim. Holding space and observing the interaction was remarkable and I’m sure very healing for both of them. It was a truly deep and positive experience that underscored the immense power of forgiveness and understanding. Victim-Offender Dialogues are essential in the healing process for both parties. For the offender, it offers a chance for genuine remorse and an opportunity to make amends. For the victim’s family, it provides a space for closure, a deeper understand, questions answered and emotional release. These dialogues are not just about the reformation of the offender but also about offering solace and peace to the victim’s loved ones. Facilitating such opportunities in prisons is crucial. They promote a deeper sense of accountability and empathy, paving the way for true rehabilitation. More importantly, they allow for a shared journey towards healing, enabling both sides to move forward with renewed hope and understanding. Let us continue to advocate for and support these meaningful dialogues, as they are vital for the restoration and healing of everyone involved.

Pawsitive Change: providing hope and opportunity for incarcerated people and pets!

Oscar Rodriguez was a standout student in @pawsitivechangeprogram who credits the program with giving him the opportunities he’s able to acheive in the pet industry as a trainer! I couldn’t be more proud of @underdogsk9training for his friendship, dedication and all he’s accomplishing on the outside! 🙌 🐾

Pawsitive Change builds the confidence they need to succeed! This statement applies to both man and dog. They’re learning together and together they will grow. The humans and canines that start this program will come out better versions of themselves and those changed lives are all the reason we need to keep our momentum going! Want to be part of their change? Adopt one of the dogs they’ve so diligently trained. You can see all of our Pawsitive Change dogs by going to the linktree in our bio. Your adoption makes room for the next Pawsitive Change hopeful to have their chance! #marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

Mutt Movers

What an amazing opportunity we’ve received thanks to SpotOn Fence to give much needed support to our local Kern County shelters using our Motor City Buick GMC Mutt Movers program. We’re going to be doing big things this year and saving lives is at the top of the list! #marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

Thank you!

🎉 We’re thrilled to share that we've been selected as a recipient of the SpotOn Gives Grant! 🌟 With these grant funds, we can further our mission to save 500 dogs in 2024/2025 through our Mutt Mover Transport Program. None of this would be possible without you, our incredible community, and all your support. We’re excited to continue our impactful work together! 💚 Big Congratulations to the other grant recipients, we can't wait to watch you all grow and change lives! @wagwilliston, @ARLiowa, @arrcolorado, @dizzydoganimalrescue and a huge thank you to SpotOn Fence for making this opportunity a reality! #SpotOnGives #SpotOnPartner #high5for5years #marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

Practicing those leash handling skills 7 days a week! Our Pawsitive Change trainers work hard to set these dogs up for successful adoptions. Adoptions after all is our end goal. We want to give shelter dogs who had no chances the chance to live long happy and fulfilled lives. If you’re looking to adopt please consider a Pawsitive Change dog. A dog like Piper (pictured) who’s getting a new lease on life!#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

A couple weeks ago, thanks to @equineheartconnection , we were able to bring horses into Tehachapi State Prison! It was one of the greatest experiences we’ve ever had in there. Most of the men on that yard haven’t seen a horse a many years, even decades. The horses are an emotional mirror and can teach a lot about energy and trust. We’d like to have them visit @pawsitivechangeprogram every round, but we need your help! Please consider giving today to help us continue to provide that valuable, therapeutic experiences!

That $5 coffee could be a whole lot sweeter! Just imagine that same $5 saving lives. That’s exactly what your reoccurring donation will do. For as little as $5 a month you could make a massive difference for dogs in need. We’re not going to lie we are struggling. The cost of everything has skyrocketed the last 3 years and donations are down…way down. As a nonprofit we need those donations to stay open and continue saving lives. Without donations we don’t even want to think about what that will do to the rescue and the future of shelter dogs begging to have a chance. Just the thought is devastating! And so we ask for your support. If just 1% of our followers gave $5 a month we would have $500,000 in one year. $500,000 in just one year! Do you know how many lives that would save?!?! Do you realize the strain that would take off our overstressed rescue staff. We wouldn’t have to say no due to cost. We could expand our facilities to take in even more dogs. We could do twice as many transports. We could double our spay and neuter assistance. The list goes on and on. That kind of money would be life changing for so many more lives we can only dream of all the good we could do….But maybe it doesn’t have to be a dream….Many of our followers can’t adopt or foster and so they give instead. We appreciate so much what each of you give ❤️. Now let’s organize and spread that giving to others.Want to help us change the world for these dogs in need? It starts with just $5 a month. Let’s see if we can make this happen. So many lives are counting on us! To give a monthly reoccurring donation head to our website, click the “give” tab, click donate and fill out the donation information making sure to click “monthly” Together we’re going to change the lives for so many in need and it all starts with you!#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #s

Mario’s been promoted to Mentor Trainer—to guide next class of students and help us keep structure in the program! One of my favorite things about Mario is he always greets me with a smile and a hug, and isn’t afraid to be expressive, to smile, to emote, or to lead! Please listen to his testimonial at the end. 🙏He’s poured his heart in the last year or so and deserves this!

We’re thrilled to share that we've been selected as finalists for the SpotOn Gives Grant program! Now we need YOUR help. Please visit https://gleam.io/g/GiwBG and vote for Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue. With one of the five $50,000 grants, we can support animals and our community in incredible ways. Thank you for your support! Hover over stories to find MMDR. #SpotOnGives #sharewithfriends Voting is open until June 26 6PM PDT#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt

We have some pretty amazing dogs in our Pawsitive Change program just hoping to find their new best friend! Raff is one of those dogs. Currently at North Kern State prison adding basic obedience skills to his already wonderful resume Raff would love to graduate with a forever home to go to. If you need the perfect dog he is absolutely your boy!To apply head to the linktree in our bio, click “Adopt Dogs” and get your application in. Raff is just about ready to go home with you!#marleysmutts #muttmilitia #dogrescue #foster #adopt #rescuedog #secondchance #fostering #animaladvocate #adopt #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #savealife #shelter #adoption #foreverhome #spayandneuter #rescuedog #rescue #adoptdontshop #adoptme #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dontshopadopt