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A Friend Like Iggy

by Kathryn Cole

Ages: 6+

Published: 2019

Publisher: Second Story Press

ISBN: 978-1-77260-084-1

Keywords: Dogs - Therapeutic uses, Social/Emotional Learning, Child abuse, Facilitator dogs

Igy, an accredited facilitator dog, helps abused children and teens, accompanying them to police interviews and court appearances. Volunteer models pose with Iggy in this colorful photo essay.