A renowned veterinarian discusses the vital bond between humans and animals and argues that this relationship can have a transformative effects on both.

Kindred hearts: what animals can do for humans -- Do animals feel pain? -- From heart to soul: the benefits of the human-animal bond -- Healing the heart -- Physical healing: recovery from serious illness -- A touch of youth: the elderly -- A touch of love: children -- A touch of hope: working with AIDS -- Healing the mind: psychological disorders -- Kindred minds: what humans can do for animals -- The love you give -- In search of the magic bullet -- Acupuncture -- Traditional Chinese herbs -- Western herbal medicine -- Preventive nutrition -- Therapeutic nutrition -- Homeopathy -- Chiropractic -- Touch therapy -- Additional options -- Kindred souls: the wonders of co-species connections. Becoming kindred spirits -- Creating a spiritual bond: seven ways to foster kindred connections -- Co-species meditation -- Kindred relaxation -- Sharing mindful moments -- Think like an animal -- A blessing exercise -- Talking and listening -- Practices for a busy day -- The journey toward kindred healing -- A natural pet scan -- How to help heal your ailing animal -- Finding kindred veterinary support -- The natural approach to diet and food allergies -- Travel tips for dogs and cats -- Preventing and treating cancer the natural way -- A holistic first-aid kit -- Bittersweet farewells -- The single best way to find your kindred spirit.