healing grief through dog companionship

Following Daisy's death by hemangiosarcoma in December 2009, the Linn-Gusts have adopted a German Shepherd rescue puppy, Gidget. Read more about Daisy's struggle with cancer, the addition of Gidget, and life with the Linn-Gust dogs on the blog.

Michelle is the new president elect for the American Association of Suicidology.

Michelle is writing away
Michelle is writing a book about how people use their dogs to help them cope with loss. If you have a story to share, email her at michelle@gingersgift.com..

Check out Hurricane Hattie
Watch Hurricane Hattie, one of Michelle Linn-Gust's dogs featured in Ginger's Gift, as she spends her summer diving, floating, and drying off at the pool. She can be seen at www.youtube.com, searching under chelleheadworks.

Read about Michelle in the news...
When Michelle Linn-Gust looks at a dog, she sees more than man's best friend. She sees the embodiment of healing and hope.

Read more about Michelle Linn-Gust and Ginger's Gift in Suburban Chicago's The Daily Herald.

 

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