This episode is for the dogs…and cats…and, really, any animal friend that has ever impressed you with its resiliency and capacity for love, forgiveness, and silliness. Host Pat Barbarito welcomes veterinarian oncologist, cancer survivor, wife, boy mom, pet parent, and featured guest Dr. Renee Alsarraf and invites her to share the inspiration behind Renee’s debut memoir, Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well.  

The story begins with the unbelievable timing of Renee and her dog Newton’s cancer diagnoses, and the inevitable comparison between how human and animal were reacting to treatment – a glaring difference that would ultimately make Renee realize her four-legged friend was far wiser than she ever expected. 

Join the conversation to explore what dogs (pets) have to teach us (humans) about: 

• The value of community connection;
• The power of the waiting room;
• The sanctity of self-care; 
• The importance of mindset and mindfulness; and so much more.

Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well was featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show and is available at Barnes & Nobles, Amazon.com, and Target. Please click here for more information.

“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”– Josh Billings 

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