Dogs & Inmates
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Pepper the Dog
Posted on: 09/14/07
Dogs & Inmates
Here's a neat program I learned about that helps dogs and inmates.About The Pen Pals of San Quentin: The program teaches specially selected inmates how to teach fundamental commands and help the dogs overcome special problems before they return to MHS (Marin Humane Society) to enter the adoption cycle. These pups need quality time with a person -- and time is something the convicts have in abundance. The prisoners also proved to have big hearts that are definitely up to the job.
The program began when Larry Carson of the MHS behavior and training department, saw an Animal Planet Channel special called "Cell Dogs." The Genesis Award-winning program tells the story of dogs placed with inmates for rehabilitation, and of the loving gifts the animals and men gave to each other. Click Here to Read More
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