Pets are so much more than a responsibility. They are companions, they are our therapists, they are family, and they bring us joy. When I Came Home tells the tale of a soldier who has returned from battle, and a cat that is in need of a home. An unlikely relationship forms, and a bond is created that results in emotional healing for both of them. This is a book meant for children, but it is also for veterans and their family members, as we examine how pets help people through difficult times. Author Robin Lapre is an animal advocate who speaks to students throughout Middle Tennessee on responsible pet care. She also is a physician who had the privilege of serving as a primary care doctor to our nation's veterans for ten years. This book ties together these two callings and explores the role that pets can play in our health and healing.

Appropriate for children ages 6-9 and beyond.