When is going to prison a good thing? When you are a homeless dog—that’s when!  But it’s also a good thing even if you are a very well-bred puppy whose mission in life is to bond with one special human …

The Helping Paws Program at Dwight Correctional Center in Illinois was the state’s first service dog program involving inmates. And Jake was its first graduate. Jake was placed at ManorCare Health Services in Hinsdale, where he provides social and loving service. He is a Golden Retriever blend and  a perfect “poster pet” …