Anne Abel

Author

After the untimely death of her beloved pet, Mattie, Anne rescued an initially aggressive dog named Milo. Anne's unwavering commitment to Milo's rehabilitation became a powerful metaphor for her resilience and growth. Amid many challenges and recovering from childhood trauma, Anne found strength, rediscovered her capacity to love and transformed both herself and Milo in the process. Anne wrote about this in "Mattie, Milo and Me," a soul-stirring book that delves into the profound role dogs can play in healing journeys, starting with her own.

What I love most about Anne is that she doesn’t diminish the human-pet bond. Instead, she honors the positive, life-altering impact dogs have on our wellbeing and mental health. She also takes it a step further, by embarking on a healing journey with a dog who had to overcome his own traumatic past.

Here are a few more topics she can discuss. I would also be happy to send you a copy of Anne's book (print or pdf) to check out.
How pets can become essential companions in healing journeys, offering unconditional love and support
The intimate and emotional stories of Mattie and Milo, and how these two special dogs helped her navigate grief and depression
The profound influence of her challenging childhood on her storytelling, exploring how parental dynamics shaped her voice and narrative style
Life lessons of love, loss, resilience and personal growth
The complexities of adopting pets with undisclosed behavioral issues, highlighting the compassion and commitment required to nurture their well-being
The transformative power of storytelling in connecting with others, finding laughter and creating a sense of community. Plus, the pivotal role that storytelling played in her life upon moving to Chicago and later to New York City