Prison officers say taking their pets to work helps inmates, as well as reducing tension.
The scheme, run by charity Pets as Therapy, is being used in 24 prisons across the UK, and was introduced at the privately-run HMP Parc at the start of the pandemic.Family visits to prisons across England and Wales were suspended for months as the coronavirus hit, and strict restrictions were in place to try and curb the spread of the virus.
Shirley-Ann Gates, a complex needs support worker, helps inmates who have mental health issues, autism, learning difficulties and dementia."She relaxes prisoners and I find they talk a lot better when they see a dog... a lot of prisoners who think they are never going to see a dog again get quite upset and emotional when they see her," she said.
"I love dogs, I love being around the dog, it makes you feel good inside, they just cheer you up," he said.
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