I am a graduate of the FREEDOM TAILS Board & Train Program in partnership with Stafford Creek Corrections Center. This popular program pairs a duo of incarcerated individuals up with a PAWS of Grays Harbor pooch for 12 weeks. Each dog has a primary and secondary handler assigned to the same cell, giving the dog 24-hour care and attention to meet its needs. During their stay at SCCC, these dogs receive specialized training to prepare them for adoption to the public. At the end of their 12-week stay, they enjoy a special adoption ceremony with their new families to show off their skills as they start a new journey. Find out more at pawsgh.org/freedomtails.
5 Quick Highlights:
1. He is very cute and affectionate
2. He’s smart and listens well
3. He’s a fast learned and is already house broken
4. He’s fun, funny, and very energetic
5. He’s a great dog and loves to play with other dogs
Hi!!! I'm Smiley, and I have A LOT to smile about! I am a parvo survivor thanks to my friends at PAWS. I have so much love to give, I wasn't ready to stop fighting for my future! My friends say I don't have a mean bone in my body, but I didn't know bones could be mean, I just think they're tasty! I have had some training, too. Do you want to be my people? I love new friends and am ready to see what all life has in store for my future!! Let's go!
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4/12/24
Hello there, free world. My name is Smiley! I’m currently in the Big House taking a huge bite of crime. Yeah, I know that was a really corny joke but dry humor is my middle name. I think that might make me a Capricorn, I don’t know. Nevermind, I’m getting off topic again because I’m so busy! Anyways, I’m here in the Freedom Tails training program learning how to live more comfortably and obediently with humans. Humans can be strange creatures sometimes but that's another off topic subject that we’ll talk about later. My first night in prison was ruff, ruff ruff but my human companions in here quickly helped me settle in and get adjusted to my new environment. They laid a few ground rules and said it’ll help me to get adopted. The first thing I learned was that not everything on the floor is a toy I can play with. Next I learned that windows and doors aren’t something for me to spy on and bark or goals at the world through. There is so much more to tell you about my Freedom Tails prison experience, so stay tuned until next week when I’ll let you know how I made it through bathtime!
Signing off with licks, smiles and nibbles until next time!
Lick, Lick, Ruff!
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4/19/24
Hi guys! It’s your favorite little Blue nose prison mix! You’ll be pleased to know I made it through my first bath time here just fine. The service in this slop hole sucks. There were no bubbles for the bath, no big fluffy robes to relax in after and, you guessed it, no rubber duckys. :( There is a Ducky in here but she’s not yellow or made of rubber. She’s a poof ball with two different colored eyes. That’s a little weird and creepy if you ask me. I hear some people find that cute and adorable. If you find out who they are please let me know so I can block them! Other than that, the last few weeks have been pretty boring. I mean who likes being told what they can’t do all week? It’s not a bad thing to learn the rules and boundaries of living with my companions. I’m hoping it’ll find me a home.
Signing off again with licks, smiles and nibbles!
Until next time,
LICK, LICK, RUFF!
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7/9/24
Well hello again! The good vibes and smiles are back! You’d better act fast if you would like a shot at a future with me. Let's face it folks, I'm too cute and cuddly to last long on this site. I like long walks, hops, chasing balls, playing with other pups, snuggling up with a good friend and taking in a movie - no chick flicks. I prefer to let the chicks chase me and save my energy for chasing balls and playing with the other pups in the yard. I have to warn you though, I do not like cats. I tried to live with one for a week and let’s just say I wanted to play but it did not. Apparently cats don’t like to be chased? Weird creatures. I do however LOVE LOVE LOVE puppies! If you have a puppy or two, we’ll get along just fine. I also like boundaries, they help me feel safe and secure enough to let my guard down and relax. If you like anything mentioned above, I’m your perfect dog.
RUFF RUFF Smiley
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7/10/24
I’m settling back in pretty well here although my trainer said I need to go on a diet. Apparently my brief stint in the free world has taken a toll on my figure. It has earned me a new nickname he’d like me to shed fast - “Fat Boy.” I've been a little tired and depressed because things didn’t work out with my previous adopters. They were swell folks. They treated me well and were as broken up as I was to see me go. I’m holding on to the belief, “everything happens for a reason.” That said, it stands to reason that I haven't found the family I’m meant to be with, YET! But I will, and we are going to have lots and lots of fun. Hopefully by now you’ll know I tend to overeat so you'll need to help me stay at a healthy weight. Hum, speaking of food…. Too bad I can't drown my depression in a few submarine sandwiches and iced lattes. You humans have it so good when it comes to emotional issues… or do you??? Don’t worry, I’m not too depressed as I have lots of old friends here to keep me company. But I’m hoping to find some forever friends soon.
RUFF RUFF Smiley
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7/18/24
Hello again, I went to a meet and greet the other day. It was loads of fun to visit the outside world again. I’m hoping I’ll find my forever home soon. I’m a warm and very energetic dog who loves to run and play in the yard with the dogs. Speaking of playmates, I’ve made a new friend with another graduate from last class. His name is River. He’s a very cool and fun Rottie mix. We had a real blast this morning. I wouldn’t mind having a playmate like him for life. I get it though, one dog is a handful, namely me! But a boy can dream, can’t he? I’m only a handful until you set up the boundaries. As long as you and the boundaries stay consistent, I’ll feel safe enough to relax and be my bestest self. But don’t forget, I’m also excitable so you’ll need to either let me get it out or disengage to get me to adopt. Just tell me to go to my place and lay down and I'll know you're not in the mood to play! I’ll take a nap until you are. I’m the bestest boy with just a hint of guidance.
RUFF RUFF Smiley!
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Hello, world! It’s your favorite cute, funny, and energetic four legged friend, Smizzel. Things are heating up here since I arrived. I am not talking about the weather, but the 5 or 6 other dos that have arrived. This means lots more smells and feces. My neighbor is a cute 9 month old pitty pup named Cammie. She’s really sweet and nice. Then, there is Dalwood, a fiesty little pug mix. For a small dog, he thinks he’s in charge…of what I don’t know. Anyhow, there are plenty of nice K9’s to pick from in this class. Fun facts about me, I love kisses, hugs, and belly rubs. I love to play with soccer and basketballs, but watch your fingers accidents happen. My trainer is working on what he calls impulse control which should solve the finger problem for good. Apparently my trainer has been dubbed finger in the mouth guy because of me. He is a good trainer, though, and takes it like a champ. The nickname that is, not the nicks.
Until Next Time,
Smiley woof woof
8/15/2024
Well, well now good folks out there I do not know what’s taking you so long to decide what’s cuter than a kitten? Let me help you out…..I am silly!!!! Now stop wasting your time and money on kitty litter and come and get me, already!!!! Sure I am a little work up front but it is all laughs and giggles once I settle into your life and home. I love snacks, naps, movies, and playing with new dogs at the park. Speaking of new dogs, 14 new ones showed up herald now me and my good playmate River are sticking out like sore thumbs. River and I get along great. We love our AM play dates and pack walks. All in all life isn’t bad here but it is not what it could be if you would take a chance on a dog like me!!! It would be the best decision of your life. I can’t wait to meet you. Until then…..
Ruff Ruff,
Smiley
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8/25/24
This week has been quite fun. I’ve been learning to sit, down, and wait until I am called or released to eat or move around. This is mainly when my handler is cleaning up his cell or preparing a meal or feeding me. Also, if someone comes to the door I’m instructed to go to place, down, and wait. If I’m really good my handler will tell me to go and see and I get a pet from whoever is there. Other than that he has been working with me on my impulse control. I especially need this when I am around basketballs or soccer balls, they are my favorite toy. I take lots of naps snd I am completely house broken. I am also good at hearing things outside that get too close to the house. I let my handler know this with a low growl or bark to scare them off. Hope I didn’t scare my person’s date away. Oops. Sorry about that!
Smiley
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9/17/24
Hey people, what’s taking you so long to decide about taking a pup as cute and adorable as me home with you?? I’m everything you have been dreaming about in a dog, and then some! I’m house broken - I won’t use the bathroom indoors unless you ignore my many MANY requests to be let out! I’m really obedient once the ground rules have been laid and thoroughly tested by yours truly. I know all my cues. I love to play around and make people laugh. I’m loads of fun for your family and great entertainment for your neighbors and friends. I know you’ve probably made many mistakes in your life, but I won’t be one of them! I’ll be your greatest decision. Come on, what’s there to think about? Look at me! I’m funny, cute and I LOVE to cuddle. I’ll bring warmth to your life and feet on a cold winter’s night . Stop second guessing yourself already and bring me home! 🙂
Ruff Ruff!
Smiley
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Smiley 9/19/24
Still waiting to find my forever home. I’m a good and well behaved dog. I’m not boring though. I like to have lots of fun. I’m really cute and funny, too. I can’t wait to meet you, whoever is meant to be my forever person. Until then I’ll continue to be me and learn all I can to be the best dog. Hopefully, I will have lots of fun, make my handlers laugh, and enjoy my time with them while I wait for just the right person.
Ruff Ruff,
Smiley
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Smiley 10/10/24
Hey, I’m cute!! I love to play and make people laugh. I have the best smile! I like long walks and late night treats. I also like to watch TV. Pit bulls and parolees is my favorite. If you believe that last bit, I have some ocean front property in Arizona you might like to buy. I told you I was funny. HeeHee 😀 Anyways, Prison Is Boring. So, put up my $400 bail and let’s get our lives started together! I know you’re going to love it.:)
Ruff Ruff Smiley
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Claud, Smiley's Handler 10/17/24
Working with Smiley taught me I am capable of far more than I thought. I think I was taken beyond my breaking point on night one. This night forced me to face and accept a few personal issues just below the surface of consciousness. Working through them has made me more confident and sure of myself and my ability to face and transcend personal and professional difficulties. During the course of training, I was able to correlate some mistakes I had made into the method of training I chose. Addressing my difficulties has made me a far better and more experienced trainer and human being. Working with this dog, Smiley, taught me people and animals both have the right to make decisions. Smiley allowed me to make adjustments; personally and professionally. This has made it possible to accept myself while also respecting the rights and opinions of others. I feel honored and privileged to have been given the opportunity to work with dogs and other individuals in the Freedom Tails program. I look forward to learning and growing more personally and professionally in the near future. Thanks to everyone that made this possible.Please apply to adopt at: http://www.pawsgh.org
