Ellie Laks, Hope & Healing From Animals

Ellie Laks, founder of The Gentle Barn, is like a saint when it comes to animals, and she joins us today to talk about the nonprofit she founded to rescue and rehab severely abused animals. She also has a new book to talk about, "Gentle: Hope and Healing at an Animal Sanctuary." The Gentle Barn operates with a unique dual mission - nursing unwanted farm animals back to health while providing an opportunity for distressed children and adults to work with these animals to promote their own healing. The "Hug a Cow" program, for example, has become legendary. Ellie has authored multiple books. Her latest is a children's picture book centered on hope and healing through animal rescue. Inspired by the true story of a sick, orphaned calf named John Lewis, and his unexpected bond with a dog named Sky, the story highlights how quiet love, kindness, and resilience can transform anyone's life - animal or human. We will talk to Ellie about her journey to provide healing to humans and animals through genuine love and care for all creatures. Her story has captured the hearts of many on how the animals at her sanctuary have become therapeutic mentors for humans struggling with trauma, grief, and stress. Simply put, the world needs more of what Ellie brings. Please join me in discussion with Ellie Laks on all video and audio platforms of #DeborahKobyltLIVE. I'm your host, #DeborahZaraKobylt, and it's my pleasure to have you join us today. Please share with your friends, too!