The North Carolina Department of Corrections allows animal shelters and rescue groups to partner with selected minimum and medium security facilities in a program called “New Leash on Life.” The program helps both the inmate and the dog. The dog learns basic obedience skills. As the organization’s website states, the inmate “gets the chance to serve the community” by helping the dog acquire these skills.
I think this program is just wonderful. Here is a link to the website if you would like more information:
http://www.doc.state.nc.us/dop/program/leash.htm
According to the site, the adoption rate is 92.3 percent. How fantastic is that?
Rescue Mommy
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