Print Article - Oprah.com

Puppies Behind Bars

If there's anything Oprah knows for sure, it's what the love of a dog can do for your life. "There is nothing in the world like puppy love," Oprah says.

Meet her new dog, Sadie!

Still, dogs are more than just companions. They can be the eyes for those who can't see, lead those who can't walk and calm people suffering from conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder.

Where do these service dogs get their start? For some, it all begins behind prison walls...

Related Resources

Find more information on Puppies Behind Bars and the DogTags program at PuppiesBehindBars.org
Puppies Behind Bars: Training Puppies to Change Lives by Paul Solberg and Christopher Makos
Purchase a DogTags Chewy Shoe Dog Toy from FetchDog.com and support the program.
Read Glenn Close's interview with Bill Campbell of DogTags on Glenn's dog blog.
Learn more about the Support Your Vet campaign.
Soldiers and their families can find support at www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Learn how to download Skype™

From The Oprah Winfrey Show Amazing Animals

Please note that Harpo Productions, Inc. and its affiliated companies and entities (including, but not limited to, The Oprah Winfrey Show) have no affiliation with and do not endorse those entities or websites referenced above, which are provided solely as a courtesy. Please conduct your own independent investigation (including an investigation as to whether any contributions are tax deductible) before donating to any charity, project or organization. This information is provided for your reference only.