If you've ever loved an animal and hated to see it suffer, you now have the good fortune to meet Dr. Allen M. Schoen, whose integration of conventional and alternative medical techniques is revolutionizing the practice of veterinary medicine. Drawing on his experience of treating many different kinds of animals, as well as his knowledge of the healing power of the human-animal bond, Dr. Schoen teaches us:

x How love for our pets can literally save their lives, and how their love for us can be transforming
x How we can establish a deep connection with our pets that will improve their health and well-being, as well as increase our ability to communicate with them
x How the simple techniques of "listening," "touching," and "feeling" can bring comfort to our pets and a deeper understanding of their needs

* How love for our pets can literally save their lives, and how their love for us can be transforming
* How we can establish a deep connection with our pets that will improve their health and well-being, as well as increase our ability to communicate with them
* How the simple techniques of "listening," "touching," and "feeling" can bring comfort to our pets and a deeper understanding of their needs

Part I INITIATION

ONE Megan's Miracles
TWO Answered Prayers
THREE From a Dose of Beer to a Kick in the Butt

Part II BONDING

FOUR Listening
FIVE Touching
SIX Feeling
SEVEN Letting Go

Part III HEALING

EIGHT The Mystery of the Needle
NINE How Acupuncture Can Work Wonders for Your Pet
TEN The Potency of Nature's Own Prescriptions
ELEVEN Breaking Bread with All God's Creatures
TWELVE A Homeopathic Medicine Chest

Part IV TEACHINGS

THIRTEEN Animal Teachings
FOURTEEN Megan's Farewell

Appendix

Veterinary Resources
Recommended Readings
References

Acknowledgements