Where the Trail Grows Faint: A Year in the Life of a Therapy Dog Team (River Teeth Literary Nonfiction Prize)

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in therapy dogs, the plight of nursing home residents, and the importance of human connection.

"Where the Trail Grows Faint" tells the story of a woman's experiences with her exuberant therapy dog, Hannah, and the elderly patients they visit.

Through their interactions, the author receives an outpouring of stories from the residents, revealing the deepest desires and fears of aging.

The book is a richly textured collective portrait of the often-hidden world of the aged, and an eloquent meditation on the fundamental human need to nurture and remain connected to other people, animals, and the natural world.

With its beautiful language and unsettling observations, "Where the Trail Grows Faint" is a worthy recipient of the River Teeth Literary Nonfiction Book Prize.

Don't miss out on this powerful and moving read!