PRISON CATS - Cat Sanctuary at Pendleton Correctional Facility
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Published 2024-03-22
Animal Protection League :
www.inapl.org/prison-programs
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Indiana Department of Correction:
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All Comments (21)
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train this guy as a vet tech so he can get a job when he finally leaves.
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When you give a person a purpose in life they flourish. Everyone wants to feel needed and loved.
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Honestly this is what’s needed; this is rehabilitation
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They also paint portraits of the cats. Those cats are getting great care. Bless the carers.
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He’s like a proud dad taking care of his cat children. It’s a great program for both him and the cats.
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I think EVERY correctional facility should have one. Empathy towards animals not only helps the animals but helps heal the people.
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“They haven’t experienced giving love or getting love in their lifetime.” This applies to the cats and the prisoners. Wonderful way for both to experience it.
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I think this gentleman loves those cats and really enjoys looking after them
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i would love my tax dollars to go to rehabilitation programs like this!! these men are hurting and need empathetic work like this to heal!!
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I've heard that a lot of the reason why inmates get along so well with animals is because they don't have to "size up" an animal, like they would another inmate. When every human interaction could end in a fight, dealing with an animal who can only offer love must be such a refreshing and life-changing change of perspective.
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This is how it’s done! A win for the cats, a win for the incarcerated individuals, a win for society. These are the types of programs that make a difference ❤
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I am of the opinion that an animal shelter should be attached to every prison in the country. These men and women have many things in common with the rescue animals. They learn skills, they learn patience, compassion.
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As a person from Scandinavia / the Nordics - It warms my heart to see an American correction facility try to rehabilitate instead of just punish its inmates.
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You can tell a man’s character in how he treats animals
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It’s 2024 now. I pray this man has made amends and stays on a good course in life. God Bless😇
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“I created the cat count for them and stuff”…said with such pride and he gets silence in return and then… “Cool”. Dude I’m excited for your chart bro! Keep up the solid work!
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This man and all the helpers is providing such a needed service. These cats will sit in small cages in shelters for MONTHS, even years, until they're socialized enough to find a willing adopter.
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Wow that's really remarkable that they let him adopt a cat to his own home. What a way for his family to feel closer to him while he is incarcerated.
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Fabulous program...North America needs more monitored programs like this.
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The way his face lights up when he gets to talk about his Clover warms my heart. He loves these cats and recognizes what makes each of them unique.
