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Animals & Pets

There are a variety of different types of Prison Animal Programs, including counseling programs, dog training programs, wildlife rehabilitation programs, livestock care programs, community service programs and more. Many people also develop relationships with strays, wild animals, rodents and insects. These are stories about the bonds and connections incarcerated individuals have developed with animals and pets inside prison.

Stories about animals and pets inside prison. Subscribe to Inside Story to receive exclusive behind-the-scene looks at our best stories, as well as author profiles and other insights.

Dry cracked brown earth
Posted inPoetry

The Worm’s Home

by Christopher Reece September 28, 2022September 23, 2022
Pigeon flying in the sky
Posted inObituaries & Remembrances

The Quick and Sad Death of Peter the Prison Pigeon

by Tue Kha September 20, 2022September 16, 2022
A bright green caterpillar sits across a tree branch.
Posted inEssays & Memoirs

Squishington, My Magnificent Caterpillar Friend, Reminded Me of Life

by Jennifer Kszepka August 2, 2022July 30, 2022
An adorable golden colored service dog.
Posted inPerspective

The Prison Service Dog Program That Helped Me Feel Human

by Eric Finley July 22, 2022July 17, 2022
Posted inArt & Illustrations

Prison Kittens

by Jessica Garza May 25, 2022May 23, 2022
Posted inArt & Illustrations

Prison Cricket’s Visit

by Jessica Garza May 11, 2022May 6, 2022
Posted inPerspective

Lessons Learned From Man’s Best Friend

by Timothy Johnson April 12, 2022April 7, 2022
Posted inEssays & Memoirs

Conversation Signals Mental Health Concern

by David Jones April 5, 2022April 1, 2022
Posted inArt & Illustrations

My Late Night Visitor

by Jessica Garza February 14, 2022August 9, 2022
Posted inPoetry

Kirkland Cats

by Michael Eggleston November 12, 2021November 12, 2021

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