Project POOCH, quite simply, changes lives. We operate a
kennel inside a youth correctional facility and pair currently
incarcerated youth with shelter dogs. The youth learn kennel management,
positive reinforcement, grooming, and training techniques. The youth
learn what it means to be depended on by another living creature and
what it means to be trusted and relied upon. And, they learn what unconditional love feels like—sometimes for the
first time. Our dogs get trained, loved, and adopted into their forever
homes. There is no limit to the amount of time a dog spends in our care,
and we are focused on the individual needs of each dog."
"VIOLA" AVAILABLE FOR Adoption at PROJECT POOCH"
www.pooch.org
If you are interested in making a donation, learning more about our mission, volunteering, upcoming events, or details about adoptable dogs, call our office at 503-697-0623. If you get our voicemail, please leave a detailed message. We often cannot answer the phone as we are working with the pups, but we can call you right back!
If you need to schedule an adoption appointment, please review the adoption information page first and then email us at adopt@pooch.org or call us at 503-697-0623.
VIOLA spayed female, Breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog / Pitbull Mix,
5months (Feb 2026) 40 lbs (and growing) Adoption Fee: $350
Gets along well with many other dogs (meet & greet is required)
Youth insight:
Loves People! Will go home with a leash, harness, toys, a bed, two monthly doses of flea/tick/heartworm medication (value: $60), and a week’s worth of food
Special Considerations
Needs an adopter who is willing to continue training her. Viola is a puppy and while we have started her training, she needs consistency and continued work.
Needs an adopter who is active. She will need walks and play, and someone who wants to give her time and energy.

COURTESY PROJECT POOCH