LAUNCHING SOON!

The Human–Animal Bond (HAB) was a term developed in the late 20th century and is now widely used by research centers, universities, and organizations worldwide.

 

This site, as well as my book, is dedicated to recognizing God as the foundation of the HAB; therefore, I call it

the God-Human-Animal Bond (the GHAB™).

This space is for you if:

• You love animals and wonder how your bond with them fits into your life with God,

• You’re curious about how Christian theology, spiritual formation, and animals meet in everyday life.

About Ashley

I’m Rev. Dr. Ashley Cooper, an ordained community chaplain and author of "The Holy Link of the God–Human–Animal Bond: Reimagining Our Stories to Include Animals." My work comes from over 25 years of ministry, spiritual direction, and life with animals. It's the dogs, donkeys, barn cats, and others that continue to teach me how God draws near through these creaturely bonds.