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February 2026

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One Love Arizona Prison Training Program Graduates Another Two Dogs from PCACC

"When One Love Arizona asked if we wanted to participate in their Prison Training Program again, of course, we said yes to the opportunity!

This time, we had two of our dogs participate: a brindle American Staffordshire Terrier named Paxton and a German Shepherd named Eris. We watched as the 12 participants shared their experiences training these dogs and how the 6-week program has changed them for the better. It is heartwarming to watch these men share a love for the dogs as if they were their own.

Both dogs will be adopted after the program ends, and the next session will start in mid-February. We are always honored to be a part of this incredible program!" - Audra Michael, Pinal County Animal Care and Control Director

Pictured above: Lindsay Perez, CEO/Owner of One Love AZ, Director Audra Michael, Dana Klose with One Love AZ, and Sienna Yanez-Brokeshoulder, PCACC Program Coordinator

February Volunteer Spotlight - Kelly Campbell

Kelly has been a dedicated volunteer with PCACC since April 2025. After retiring from the University of Washington about a year and a half ago, where she worked as a finance administrator, Kelly and her partner moved to South Pinal County in June 2024.

Not long after settling in, Kelly discovered our Public Dog Walking Program through a Google search. She enjoyed it so much that she quickly completed orientation to become a vetted volunteer, and we couldn’t be happier that she did!



Kelly volunteers at least once a week, spending several hours walking our dogs and giving them much-needed enrichment, exercise, and love. She and her partner have also been a huge help in transporting pups to our Hike with Shelter Dogs events. Their willingness to step in and support our programs makes a real difference, and we truly appreciate all that Kelly does.

The dogs bring Kelly a lot of joy, and it shows. When she’s not out walking PCACC pups, you can find her playing a competitive game of pickleball, often followed by relaxing with a well-earned glass of wine.

A fun and unique fact about Kelly: she and her partner were the proud owners of Dubs, the live University of Washington mascot from 2009–2018! Kelly and Dubs are pictured together, a special reminder of her long-standing connection to animals.

Thank you, Kelly, for your time, energy, and heart. PCACC and our dogs are lucky to have you! 

Chica came to the shelter in June of last year as a confiscation from the City of Coolidge. Sadly, we tried to reach her owners several times, but they never came for her. Chica is about 5 years old, loves to go for walks, she loves everyone she meets as well, she just doesn't care for other dogs. Chica wants to be the only love in your home!

Her adoption fee is waived for the month of February, along with some gifts: food, a crate, and a dog bed. Stop by the shelter to meet Chica. Call 520-509-3555 for more information.

PCACC gave some of its long-stay residents a chance at a better life outside the shelter! First up is Safford, an elderly German Shepherd who was suffering from Pannus, an immune-mediated eye disease that affects the cornea and can eventually make the dog blind. As you can imagine, not a lot of people out there want to take on the responsibility of a dog with a medical condition, so Safford waited for almost a year. Finally, a wonderful citizen inquired about Safford, met him, and took him home. Within a week, he fully adopted this wonderful boy! Safford is pictured right.

The next longtimer to find a forever home is a special one for Director Michael. A few newsletters ago, her favorite dog at the shelter, Alaric, was featured. Their bond was special, and even when he went into foster care and escaped the yard, they were reunited within a few days. Hard work, socialization, and A LOT of treats helped Alaric start to trust people and become friendlier with strangers. Well, after 845 days at the shelter, he has found his forever home and is doing very well! Happy tears all around! Alaric pictured below: first, his intake photo on 9/28/2023 at 8 months old, and then 1/20/2026 at 3.5 years old!

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