Lake Co. inmates care for dogs at animal control center

The pit bull puppies couldn't contain their excitement. They were the center of attention, after all. Yipping, yapping and jumping, the two-month old pups were getting hugs and kisses from a couple of young women who showered affection on the formerly abused dogs. The pair are the first volunteers in a new cooperative program between the Lake County Sheriff's Office and the county's animal control facility. The agencies have teamed up to have Lake County jail inmates feed, clean and play with the animals housed at the pound near Grayslake. Officials announced the program Tuesday. "This is a win-win situation for everyone involved," said Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran. "These dogs are in desperate need of socialization. The inmates are providing that. In turn, the dogs show unconditional love to the inmates. Both are blessed in the process."

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[zrah1092]

I was an inmate at Lake County Jail. Its overcrowded as hell.

[matt33876]

LOL Correctional Officer on the phone with Jail inmates walking around haha. This must be recent, The brown shirt gives it away.

[galleon5]

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