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Pet Facilitated Therapy in Correctional Institutions: Literature Review

Literature dealing with the therapeutic and vocational benefits of pet facilitated therapy (PFT) in correctional facilities is reviewed. The following sections comprise this report: introduction; therapeutic aspects of PFT in an institutional setting; video reviews; staff; vocational aspects; implementing PFT; conclusion; and contact information. Appendixes provide: an overview of correctional PFT programs; Lexington interview questions; planning strategy for beginning a PFT program; PFT training equipment inventory; Prison Pet Partnership Program Dog Trainer Contract; Inmate Volunteers Agreement; and Canine Standing Orders. Benefits from PFT are far ranging. Accession Number: 017573

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