Prison Dogs Programme: Allowing Inmates To Train and Care for Puppies | Only Human

“They’ve done wrong and they were punished for it, but let’s give them a chance to do something right” That is the most beautiful thought and the main reason why these programs are so great

This woman, Gloria Gilbert, is so stressful to work with. I can't imagine the stress that those immates were under. There are many ways to command without yelling and threatening people! I wish the best for all of them, the prisoners and the puppies.

I so loved the look of joy on the men's faces when they got their puppy. This might be the first time they have ever be responsible in their lives. I wish them the best.

25:20 😭 He lost his puppy with his daughter’s birthday that was his family. If she gave instructions, updates, corrections, or advice, they didn’t show it. She just took the dog he bonded with and treated him like he was insignificant and a failure. The same guy who didn’t want anyone else to train his dog because he was afraid for her. What kind of message did this send to him? That’s a stupid question. We all saw it

That big guy could have killed her if HE had ptsd when she smacked him the way she did. He was so sweet and mild how he asked her to please not hit him. The prisoners come from abusive backgrounds, she needs to chill.

When the veteran acknowledged the sacrifice of letting the dog go after two years, saying he couldn't have done it, my eyes just welled up. Then the hug and just the kindness he showed. This was such a beautiful documentary.

Some of these comments aren’t it. When these inmates first held their puppies you can watch their face light up. Probably the first time they’ve felt something so pure in so long or even the first time. SOME people deserve a second chance and these inmates had the passion for it. All of these dogs looked so happy with them. It is safe to say they were taken good care of

I personally adopted our darling Honey Bear from the prison dog program in the Roswell RCC, New Mexico. She has been with us for @ 2 years. She arrived, delivered by a volunteer, in perfect health and beautifully trained. I began my relationship with the dog program by donating lots of special treats and toys from Chewy. A group of friends and I pooled our money to send them lots things that were pre approved by the prison. When Miss Honey became available I scooped her up. The inmates that were involved in the dog program sent us a lovely thank you note with a picture of all of them. The vet in Roswell who helped with the dogs included a lifetime no charge care package for Honey. We live @90 miles away from this precious vet, plus we have a trusted vet, so we have not used this most generous gift. He and his clinic want to insure these animals are well taken care of for life. Miss Honey and her brother Bo live high in the mountains and run freely surrounded by people who love them dearly. I am most grateful for the prison dog program.

Luis Diaz wasn't sure he had a right to be proud of his accomplishment because of the crime he committed in the past. The crime he committed does not mean he cannot be proud of good things he does. His crime and his dog training are completely separate things. he shouldn't have to forfeit the right to feel good about himself because of his crime. He made a two-year, full-time commitment to raising and training a service dog for a veteran who needs help. Luis has every right to feel proud.

23:59 I would’ve liked to hear more about why she pulled him bc he really cared about his dog. It would’ve been nice to see the guidelines and how they track them.

This is one of the most beautiful documentaries I have ever seen. I cried. I have complex PTSD from severe abuse and I can’t afford a service dog. They cost $4,000. I have been working with animals professionally for five years now and it’s very rewarding. Animals has always been my passion since I was a child.

I knew veterans faced ptsd but I've never actually seen that "look" in their eyes until this video. They seem so far removed from reality and small, it's heartbreaking.

It is such a great program but oh the fact that these men have to give the dogs up after they were such a lifeline for them for two years is utterly heartbreaking.

I wish "they" would do more of these programs. I don't know why, but I want to hug these guys...they have good in them. I'm really proud.

8:25 why does that Woman keep hitting him though! 🤔 She needs to be respectful and keep those hands to herself! Great training programme but I'd be a mess after 2 years and having to let the dog go🥺

Amazing the joy when the men saw the puppies. Then I cried for them, each broken hearted man who had their hearts broken letting their beloved dog go. Wow......

I’m 30 my dad was in prison for 26 years they had a dog program my dad came up in it and then started training dogs now he’s out he will train your dog in 5 seconds no joke it’s true it really does help inmates to take responsibility

This is a documentary I didn't know I needed. I am 11 minutes in and I love seeing how engaged the men are with their puppies!

That instructor needs to be trained on how to be a respectful human.

I feel so bad for Mr. Beam and many like him, truly heartbreaking.. 🥺