The Prison Inmates Who Run A Zoo
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THIS Florida prison has a furry little secret - a zoo full of alpacas, birds, alligators, a lemur and even a sloth. The farm at Stock Island Detention Centre, in Key West was founded by accident in 1994 when the prison fenced off an area underneath to protect a gaggle of ducks that kept getting injured while crossing the road between the jail and a golf course. Now the prison is home to over 150 animals, ranging from the original ducks and farm animals to alligators and a ten foot python. Jeanne Selander, who manages the farm, takes four volunteers from the prison to help care for the animals and maintain the farm.
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That moment when prisoners take better care of animals than seaworld...
Lol
Sarah c oof
OOOOO but true
Sarah c this comment needs more likes
Sarah c hahahahah
That pig is smart he saw the dude and it pushed it's bowl out for food
teresa ring True! Pigs are in fact often smarter than dogs :)
teresa ring he knew what time it was...time to get his grub on
All pigs in general are pretty smart
M se you forgot crows
They might be even smarter than some people..ha,ha.
“the animals don’t judge. they don’t care that you’re wearing an orange outfit.”
i love that
If only people were the same
This is the type of thing that makes a difference!!!
Dog Tips HELL YEAH
I’m the 999 like I guide others to treasure I cannot poses
Animal programs like this have turned around a lot of former inmates
Replace prison labor with letting these guys and gals work with animals, and all of society will benefit.
Man this actually makes me want to be arrested
Don't make crimes now!
I know right I can work with animals with out a education
Make sure u get sent to Monroe county jail
The. GamingDog Me too 😂😂
Strands in the back off the room yells WORK AT A Zoo
This is one of the best things you can do to help rehabilitate prisoners. It's good for helping them build empathy, a sense of responsibility, and even gain a sense of purpose and meaning if they are low on self-esteem. Of course it wouldn't be a good idea for people with a history of animal abuse, but for most inmates exposing them to animals like this and letting the have an animal or animals they can take care of is a very good thing for them.
@Doom Wolf I agree, treating bad people badly will only make people worse and it won't teach anything. This is actually helpful, and helps calm people down. 💜
it just depends on how these people got to jail. If it's something horrible, then they shouldn't be anywhere near anything, let alone animals.
Having worked in the local jail, I can see how this type of program could be a turning point in someone's life. Deciding whether prison should be just punitive or be a rehabilitation opportunity or some mixture of the two has been going on since prisons were developed, and will probably continue to as long as prisons are necessary, so the success of programs like these is directly tied to recidivism rates and the current political landscape. I pray these guys do turn it around and continue to justify the benefits of rehabilitation programs like this, for themselves, future inmates and community at large. Well done to this Sheriff's office!!
The inmates are chosen very carefully.
They actually seem really motivated, animals can do wonders to someone's soul
People are animals.(we are mammals,part of the classification Animalia.Animalia meaning animal.) So I suppose humans can just SUCK.
The pig just push a food bowl outside so he can give them food omggg 02:04
Yeahhhhhhhhhh, that pig wasn't fuckin' around!
Pigs are relatively very smart animals.
@@AdamBorseti 😂😂
*Casually petting a honey badger*
You mean the skunk?
Yeah thats a skunk
Skunk, but whatever.
Badgers aren't for petting, casually or otherwise😂
It's a skunk, they're actually very sweet!
LexisClark Really, I always thought they are scared of humans, and will spray if a person comes near, I see them crossing or by the road sometimes next to the forest so I dont know that much
Great program for all involved. Those guys don't realize how lucky they are to work with so many cool animals!
When you listen carefully to the answers of the inmates you´ll get a proof that they exactly know what a luck they have to be Chosen to take part at that programm
+Rainmanxxl1967 maybe he/she meant about the others inmate who just want to go outside ..
1:22 the pony is like, "Wait is that camera? Let me strike a pose.."
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I rewatched it and I died
Feel like prisons should have more resources like this, good for mental health, time to think, relax, distress and become a better person in my opinion anyway lol
I 100% agree on this. To help someone become a better person and heal from past trauma they need an environment that not only suits them, but helps them feel calm, relaxed, and loved. Not iron bars and cold dark cement. They need support.
@@DjTheFrog5525 : OH YES! You are so right. I wish they had these types of programmes in every prison. Training dogs for Service Animals, rehabilitating animals for adopting, having places for unwanted animals, and then YES opening them for the public to visit. THIS is what we need, it helps animals and it help inmates. This is a win-win situation.
I can agree but at the end of the day they are in prison as punishment and there should be a carefull difference.
Kaitlyn Burton prisons should also be used for rehabilitation.
@@angel420garcia by careful difference I mean small petty crimes compared to more serious crimes
Plot twist: *their training the birds to fly them outta there*
Maple Gum 😂😂😂
Im gonna say it: *They’re*
Just cause Im feeling petty
This is an underrated comment
@@thecitizenjoan stfu
The animal that the zookeeper is petting is just like:
LESS TALKING! MORE STROKEING!!
skunk
😂😂😂😂
It’s a ferret
Matt Von Wenden ferret
Let all the dogs and cats have sanctuary and allow the imates to love and care and feed the animals. Its a win win! Pets are so useful. Alot of them do not have to be put down... if they just utilize them for healing or training purposes
I know, one example; like in Costa Rica there's that dog shelter with 1k dogs... on 100 acres of land.. it's a great lifestyle for the animals, but I read they're struggling. Costa Rica should totally get the local inmates down there to help.
Officer: your times up
Inmate : I wanna stay
Officer : no your free
Inmate 'slaps officer'
Officer : now your staying
This is how you can make people change! You cant expect people to change by putting them in cells for a really long time in their life, it just makes it worst. You wanna make them feel like they are loved and can change, not feel like a monster who will stay like a monster no matter how hard they try.
YES. Punishing doesn't change people, love is what changes people. Everyone is worthy and deserving of love, and often, people who turn out the way criminals do were always lacking love throughout their lives.
Really awesome program, it's a saving grace for these guys. Thank you for saving animals and humans. ❤
_I can imagine a famed serial killer caught and is now in the prison like this holding a white bunny and treated it like a newborn baby. . ._
Blacklion 667 😂😂😂
I had very similar thoughts!! This big scary dude cradling animals and talking to them in a baby voice! 😂
they shouldn't have the previlege to have fun and do this though. prison isn't supposed to be fun.
That sort of mindset is what keeps criminals from ever growing as a person and transitioning back into society once they are out of prison. Change their perception and give them a basic education then maybe they won't step down that wrong path again. Again note that only a rare select few inmates are allowed this privilege. They are probably all non-violent offenders.
+FatGamerGuy lol that's the dumbest thing I've ever heard. prison is punishment, not rehabilitation. look at them, they are obviously enjoying seeing the animals. there is nothing penalizing about it. you're dumb as rocks boy.
Keep it up you got this
😺 What a positive response to a simple problem. Keep the ducks safe and give the inmates something worthwhile to do with their time. As more animals have been taken in, more opportunities have arisen for the inmates to develop positive attitudes and skills. Is there any possibility for the inmates to participate in a study course to obtain a recognised animal care qualification?
Can't remember their exact name, but there's a non-profit animal rescue & care organization somewhere in the southern US (I think Florida or Louisiana) that accepts freshly released men and women with a positive reputation.
Sir Meow The Library Cat exactly jail should be productive place
Wonderful idea, and as they work it's like an animal therapy rehab program for the prisoners. Good for everyone, and caring for someone or something really does help you keep remembering what truly matters most in life.
That'd the care animals need... :3
This should be part of certain prisons. I mean...if all jail's to prison's had stages and programs the inmates could work for and graduate....look at what could become of the ones being released back into the communities.
All prisons need to change. You can't stick them away, institutionalize them and expect a good outcome.
Like that saying....doing the same and expecting a different result?!
That's called insanity!
Now if the prison system could be a more productive place, then inmates have a fighting chance when released.
Just like the animals they care for.
Dogs in a shelter are scared and sad and lash out because they never knew anything better. But take them out of that and socialize and work with them and themselves....a completely different dog.
Love changes people. It’s the best medication for all.
I hope someone comes on and starts implementing change to the prison system because you can’t lock up anyone and let them sit and think that’s humane.
This place is very cool. As well as the animals and corrections officer!
i also wish prison was more about rehabilitation than punishment...
you're taking the people with the worst life and making it even worst and somehow expect them to be better, how could it work.
you shoud pay your debt to society by doing something usefull for it and that zoo is one of the best program i've seen so far
Chase Itondown if we’re being real they don’t care and they want to you to suffer and die not just the system but normal people to
More prisons need programs like these with animals. Its too hard for most inmates to let their guard down to show some affection and have an emotional release, but with animals its easy. There's also no stigma for being cuddly with an animal either, so they don't have to worry about looking weak to other inmates. Definitely therapeutic and what these people need to become functioning members of society again.
Great incentive for these guys to behave and do their best. Teaches compassion and responsibility too for those who need it. All around a great program.
*_Patrick's cute._*
aaaaaaand this is why we still have criminality
You like the bad boys...
He’s a bad boy with a soft spot in his heart for animals 😍😜
Now this is something that a lot of jails should have for rehabilitation for prisoners.
Awww this is adorable I love how this can change a person who is in jails life this is very inspirational
This is what prison systems need. Natural therapeutic remedies. Give them books, let them raise plants, help the animals, make a nice nature trail, teach meditation and yoga. This builds love, peace, and character. These guys look so happy helping these animals. They are still human too and deserve a second chance of feeling human again.
you know if every jail or prison would have one of these it would probably help them keep their mind on something and help em relax
which would mean less outbursts less fights all that and it would be amazing for the volunteers
Animal videos are extremely therapeutic for me...I could only imagine being in jail and getting to take care of them.
we need more inmates like this i wish the best for these inmates much respect and love
I think this is really amazing. It’s a good idea for inmates who are lonely/depressed. I remember being *so* depressed before I got my dog. Prison inmate or not, every human deserves a friend.
I think every prison should have a similar program with inmates caring for and helping animals. They can heal each other.
How's the woman casually cuddling a skunk??
the skunk had its spray glands removed.
@@SirBuljo not obviously, if they don't feel threatened they don't spray
actualy ferets are kind of domesticated skunk and could do the same and it's illegal (at least in my country) to have their glands removed
Isn't that a honey badger?
@@vd6070 yes it's a honey badger
This is amazing! Our county jail does something similar. Inmates with a good record work at the nearby animal shelter, helping out and loving on the animals. It’s a lovely program.
This is wonderful. These are some of the luckiest inmates in the United States.
If I were in their shoes, this job would become my passion. You’d have to make me go back to my cell. Best jail sentence ever
That's just so sweet. All of it is, I think some places could really benefit from programs like this, taking care of unwanted animals that would otherwise be put down or left for dead really is heartwarming
see, everyone deserves a second chance
Wow, what an amazing video. I never knew how unique the zoo at the prison was and I live 2 minutes away from it! What a great way to have inmates establish a connection with one another and to help those animals, all while serving their time. Great idea, awesome concept and all in all, a wonderful, brief and detailed video. I hope for the very best with that program.
It's a great situation for all involved. I hope more inmates give the program a chance, since it's volunteer. Even the water dripping and water fall sounds are soothing too !! Not just the animals being therapeutic. All the best 👍
this is like a petting zoo/animal farm where there is animals/humans interaction! 😍
Waiter: how is the food?
Me: 0:22
Awwww 💚 giving second chance to people and animals.
Such a beautiful program. Animals are often used within nursing homes brought to hospitals because of the therapeutic- compassionate factor. I wish these young men all the best life has to offer.
Reasons why i love my fur babies.
Proud of Jeanne! What a beautiful idea and a heartwarming video. I hope they get some donations. Proud of these inmates too. Big respect!
"...at first I was a little intimidated, but I have a radio, and security cameras watching me at all times" - Shows security camera covered in poop. 2:15
It would be so sad to leave this animals on your release date. I'd cry😥
This is more therapeutic than stucked in a cell. Keep them occupied, teaches empathy, hardwork, teamwork, discipline, and just LOVE.
This is so awesome!!! Thank you,these lucky animals I love them all great job💓
Patrick should model
this made me so happy. more prisons should do this!
This is amazing! I love this idea so much :) animals touch our hearts in so many ways & make us feel things we never can experience with humans. Animals definitely are therapeutic! Knowing they get attached to some of them,it would be exciting to get out but hard to leave for sure. Animals are such a god send❤️❤️🙏
Brilliant video thanks Very much!
Its great for the animals that they get the love they deserve. Its also great for inmates to get a peaceful sense of mind that may have been absent from them, which probably led them there. But they are there for a reason. So the quote, “it helps me forget I’m in jail,” bothered me. They aren’t supposed to forget.
oh please, try to expand your small mind enough to consider what all the other posters have said, this cannot help but be good for the inmates and animals alike, so it's a really wonderful thing, I wonder what a program like this does to the rcidivism rate? Iwould betanything it brings it way down
All prisons should implement similar programs with animals.
This is amazing! This is a great way for them to learn from their mistakes and as many of them said, they now have a career path they can take when released.
These guys would be perfect zookeepers or animal caretakers
PATRICK THE BURGLAR WHY ? 😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗
Who wants to rob a bank with me?? Rather do this than work a 40 hour shift lol
Loved every moment of the video
This is amazing and I thank you for sharing it 👍👏
On long island we had a farm similar to this. It was my favorite place to go as a kid. Pretty sure it got shut down though, or perhaps just the jail portion was removed. I haven't been to long island in years so idk
windragon12343 What was the name of it?
I just moved to LI, I'll look it up
And this is how you know these people are actually decent human beings despite their past mistakes. It takes a real monster to be mean to animals, and these guys are doing the *exact opposite* of that.
this is pretty interesting. I wish this program was available state and country wide. Kudos to the inmates.
This is the best way to help rehabilitate these people .. show them the flip side of doing something positive and meaningful
Oof this dude is attractive...
Yes I like to share a prison with Patrick
Quirs
Yeah, I was kind of distracted by Patrick ;)
o my stars she was holding an loving a skunk how sweet!💙
really happy to see this happening. this stuff needs to happen more often in jails.
We need more of this sort of thing for more inmates , get them to believe in something more then themselves, animals are a perfect gateway to a better way of life.
He used to be locked up in a cage.
Now the tables have turned.
Pretty ironic ain't it.
OMG HE HAS A FERRIT IN HIS HAND I LOVE FERRITS I HAVE 5 OF THEM 🤣❤❤❤
This is a pretty amazing program if all prisons had something like this where the inmates can work towards something positive and make a difference that can change a lot of lives
That pig is me when I wake up in the morning and see Mom just about to head out to work
She seems very satisfied..!!
1:44
Does she bust down tho??
this is a fantastic idea so happy to see this today! you should encourage other prisons to do the same. Also, dogs and cats can certainly benefit from inmates and their care...thank you
That llama popping up at the very beginning was hilarious especially the way it was chewing its food.
Send me with Patrick wink wink
That’s great helps keeps There mind off doing other bad stuff
Beautiful work
BEAUTIFUL, almost made me cry.
I hope working there gave them some sort of transferable skills and get them a job at the zoo or animal shelter or something
all jails shouldve this😣
this is the best place,children and adults,so many different animals and birds ,great job
This concept is genius, how come I didnt heard about it before? That's great!
someone get me in the jail.
Tbh I would like to stay in jail if that was a think here XD
No you wouldn't don't get a few moments of happiness confused with years of shittiness
Cooolchick647 its not like i would be going there like ?
Quuee
This is an amazing idea. I love this!!
It's really good that they're doing something like this for the inmates AND the animals! I can't help to find the similarity of an enclosed human helping enclosed animals a little.. interesting. Not saying they're animals cause animals are inevitably free, like humans, but when they get enclosed is when they need to be aided to have a better safer life, and its kinda like a "I help you, you help me" deal. It's interesting.
what happens if you drop the soap in front of an animal
or even
what if the animal drops the soap
5:37 Goats mating
Lol
clumsyDins oh god xD
the irony of someone in a cage taking care of animals in a cage
just goes to show you animals are so loyal and show unconditional love to everyone
I really like this idea!! Amazing
know i came across on fb couple years ago - i praise this program.
Seeing inmates taking care of animals and loving them makes me have faith
That pig that pushes its plate out the gate for the prisoner is goals !!!! 😍