The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog is a book by child psychiatrist Dr. Bruce D. Perry that shares true stories from his experience treating severely traumatized children. One notable case involves a six-year-old boy named Justin, who was raised in a kennel from the age of one to six by a cognitively challenged caretaker who treated him like a dog. Perry uses these stories to explain how trauma affects the developing brain and how healing is possible through compassionate care and understanding brain science. The book combines heartbreaking stories, neuroscience insights, and practical healing strategies, emphasizing the importance of love, safety, and relationships in helping traumatized children recover from extreme stress and abuse.
