Working Like Dogs - Episode 200 Behind the Leash: How Service Dogs Transform Lives—Inside and Outside Prison Walls
From Working Like Dogs - Service Dogs and Working Dogs - Pet Life Radio Original by Pet Life Radio
September 12, 2025 · 29 min
About this episode
This episode explores the transformative partnership between NEADS and correctional facilities in training service dogs.
In this thought-provoking episode of Working Like Dogs, we’re joined by Kara Milotte, Manager of Client Services at the nationally recognized nonprofit NEADS and James “Chip” Harrington from the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Together, they offer a powerful look into the transformative partnership between NEADS and correctional facilities—and how this unique collaboration is changing lives through the training and placement of world-class service dogs. From fostering rehabilitation and purpose within prisons to creating life-changing bonds between dogs and their future handlers, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. EPISODE NOTES: Behind the Leash: How Service Dogs Transform Lives—Inside and Outside Prison Walls Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-like-dogs-service-dogs-and-working-dogs-pet-life-radio-original--6668004/support .
People in this episode
Guests: Kara Milotte, James “Chip” Harrington
Topics covered
- service dogs
- prison rehabilitation
- nonprofit collaboration
- dog training
- life transformation
Keywords
- NEADS
- correctional facilities
- rehabilitation
- service dog training
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Working Like Dogs, Behind the Leash: How Service Dogs Transform Lives—
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