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A somewhat troubled childhood led to years spent behind bars for Merle Haggard.

Only two years after the puppy training program began, there are 16 incarcerated dog trainers and 2 dog sitters in the San Quentin program. They're currently raising 8 puppies, though thanks to Benoit ...