Smart Dogs Thwart Smart Phones

Sandy Schilling — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:23:00 GMT

As technology changes so do the issues facing jail and prison staff. Who knew cell phones would become so small that they could be easily concealed? (Okay, maybe Dick Tracy did.) Think back to the early phones - we would have been more worried about the phone as a weapon, since they were the size of a brick and weighed almost as much. Cell phones have become the new hot commodity among inmates. Maryland has found a solution to this contraband problem by adding three new crime fighters to their staff. Tazz, Rudd, and Alba to the rescue! These cell phone detection dogs may be the best way to "answer" this phone problem. You can read more about this program in the Washington Post and even watch a short video of the dogs in action.

I Fell in Love at the Davidson County Jail

Sandy Schilling — Thu, 31 May 2007 20:16:00 GMT

While attending the American Jail Association Conference in Nashville, Tennessee I had the opportunity to tour the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. There I met him with the big brown eyes! He's a "heel" but a sweet and lovable one. H.E.E.L (Helping to Educate and Enhance Lives) is a partnership between the DCSO and the Metro Animal Services Center. This is a program for female inmates to work with dogs on obedience, housebreaking, and socialization. The inmates in this program develop a strong work ethic, responsibiltiy, job skills, and even love. Read more about the Offender Re-Entry Center and the other numerous programs in Davidson County.

Today's Jails : Canines

Smart Dogs Thwart Smart Phones

I Fell in Love at the Davidson County Jail