A Nebraska sheriff said inmates at his county jail have been caring for two cats he adopted to help the men feel “a lot more at ease.” Sheriff Jerome Kramer in Lincoln County decided to have his jail adopt Nemo and Sarge from a local animal shelter after inmates beginning volunteering there. Kramer said he thought the animals would help the inmates be less destructive, noting studies that show pets can help relieve stress. Jail officials put Nemo in the work release cell block. Sarge moved to the minimum security area. The cats have been a hit. Kramer said inmates eagerly await their turn to take care of the animals.
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