Bonding Beyond Words: Michelle Slater on the Human-Dog Connection

Real Things Living

Have you ever felt a connection with your dog that's deeper than words can describe?

Michelle Slater is an author, dog lover, and president of the MayApple Center for the Arts and Humanities.

She discusses her book "Soulmate Dog," which delves into the profound relationships between humans and their canine companions, particularly the bond with her German Shepherd, Brady.

Three Key Takeaways:

1. Profound Human-Dog Relationships: Michelle emphasizes the deep and impactful connections humans can have with their dogs, which she terms as "soulmate dogs." These relationships can be as significant and meaningful as those between humans.

2. Animal Communication and Care: The importance of animal communication in understanding and meeting dogs' needs, especially regarding medical and emotional support. Michelle shares how this helped her support Brady through a severe illness.

3. Validating Grief and Emotional Support: Michelle discusses the legitimacy of grieving the loss of a pet and how dogs can provide unconditional love and emotional support, often sensing and responding to their owners' emotional and physical states.

To learn more about Michelle Slater and her work, visit her website at michelleslater.com, follow her on Instagram @MichelleBSlater, and check out her book "Soulmate Dog," available on June 10th.

Celebrate and appreciate the special relationships with your dogs every day!