Product Details:

"Soul Friends is a lovely, informative, heartfelt book."
- Debbie Coultis, President and Founder of PAN, Inc.

Dogs dig deep to find the goodness within us. They can teach us about the power of NOW, the wonders of the natural world and the healing power of connection. The history of our relationship with dogs can guide us on a road to self-exploration and healing.

Through personal narratives, Nicoll explores the healing elements of animal assisted interventions for children and survivors of abuse, neglect and trauma. Soul Friends: Finding Healing With Animals explores the impact of our personal struggles on our daily interactions with animal friends.

About The Author:

In her work with at-risk children, Nicoll has experienced a wealth of hopefulness observing these children as they interact with animals. The healing benefits of the human / animal bond lead children to a place of security to explore the impact of past traumas and losses.

Through the practicing of dog commands, these children can begin to build a new foundation for social connection. The commands become metaphors for healing, to look, to wait, to leave behind the past pain on a road to wellness and connection. The cure, the bond and the connection provide children with practical and meaningful tools to move forward in their lives. The animal friends reach into their souls, and find the goodness even through the darkness.