Pawsitive solutions: an overview of prison dog programs in Australia
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| Article Title | Pawsitive solutions: an overview of prison dog programs in Australia |
|---|---|
| ERA Journal ID | 17381 |
| Article Category | Article |
| Authors | Humby, Lauren (Author) and Barclay, Elaine (Author) |
| Journal Title | The Prison Journal |
| Journal Citation | 98 (5), pp. 580-603 |
| Number of Pages | 24 |
| Year | 2018 |
| Place of Publication | Thousand Oaks, Calif., United States |
| ISSN | 0032-8855 |
| 1552-7522 | |
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1177%2F0032885518793951 |
| Abstract | A survey of animal welfare agencies and corrections departments across Australia was conducted to compile a nationwide profile of prison dog programs, wherein inmates train dogs while learning skills to assist their rehabilitation. Most programs operating in 23 prisons in six Australian states were a community service design administered by animal welfare organizations. Inmates benefit through opportunities to train the dogs, give back to society, gain a sense of responsibility, improve self-confidence and social skills, and acquire vocational qualifications to improve job opportunities postrelease. Barriers identified included insufficient funding, limited training opportunities for the dogs, and some staff resistance. |
| Keywords | correctional treatment programs; human–animal bond; prison dog programs; rehabilitation |
| ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 440202. Correctional theory, offender treatment and rehabilitation |
| Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
| Byline Affiliations | University of New England |
| Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q591w/pawsitive-solutions-an-overview-of-prison-dog-programs-in-australia
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