Puppies Behind Bars Inc.

In honor of the late Dylan Eder, a Marine Veteran and avid animal lover, we chose a charity close to his heart. Puppies Behind Bars (PBB) trains prison inmates to raise service dogs for wounded war veterans and first responders, as well as explosive-detection canines for law enforcement. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to Puppies behind Bars in Dylan's name.

Through Puppies Behind Bars, inmates in six prisons in New York and New Jersey, have trained hundreds of puppies to become therapy dogs for veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as explosive detection, guide and other service dogs. This impactful rehabilitative program helps inmates cope with life on the inside, and develop essential skills for re-entry into society.  Please help us sponsor a puppy!

Janie actually wrote a piece about PBB in 2010 !

HQ Elite Trainer Tara Fisher and Fitness Director Chelsea Salisbury will undergo an unheard of task to promote our second annual Row to Recovery, an HQ program that promotes awareness for the recovery needs of military vets and other populations.Puppies Behind Bars was selected as this years awareness cause. Tara and Chelsea will row for 24 hours in a relay format without stopping, with their sights on setting a world record.

Puppies behind bars trains prison inmates to raise service dogs for wounded war veterans and explosive detection canine’s for law-enforcement. Puppies enter prison at the age of eight weeks and live with their inmate puppy-raisers for approximately 24 months. As the puppies mature into well-loved and well-behaved dogs, the raisers learn what it means to contribute to society rather than take from it. Puppies behind bars program brings the love and healing of dogs to hundreds of individuals every year. The dogs bring hope and pride to the raisers and independence and security to those that serve.

Pledge donation forms will be available around HealthQuest.  You can sponsor Tara and Chelsea directly with each meter they row, or just come keep them company and row beside them for a few minutes!HealthQuest Row for the Record

My name is Todd Vollmer, and I am reaching out to you on behalf of Puppies Behind Bars Inc., a nonprofit that is transforming lives through the bond between humans and dogs. This organization trains incarcerated individuals to raise service dogs for wounded war veterans and first responders, as well as facility dogs for police departments. Each puppy enters the prison at eight weeks old and spends about 24 months with their raiser, who learns valuable lessons about responsibility, empathy, and community. This program not only provides a second chance for those behind bars but also for the heroes who have given so much for our safety.

Funds are urgently needed to sustain this life-changing program, which directly impacts both the puppies and their raisers. Your support will help us:

• Provide veterinary care and nutrition for the puppies
• Offer training resources for the incarcerated individuals
• Ensure ongoing support for the veterans and first responders receiving these service dogs

By donating, you are not just helping dogs; you are fostering a culture of rehabilitation and connection. The impact can be seen in the stories of those involved, like John, an incarcerated individual who found purpose and hope through raising a service dog, and Mark, a veteran who received a dog who has changed his life. Together, we can make a difference that resonates beyond the prison walls and touches the lives of countless individuals.