Julie Barton

Julie Barton is the author of Dog Medicine, a memoir about her experience with depression and the transformative impact of her golden retriever, Bunker.

She holds an MFA in writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and resides in the Bay Area with her family and pets.

Barton's writing has been praised for its honesty, lyricism, and compelling nature by notable authors like Pam Houston and Steve Almond.

Dog Medicine, published in 2016, has been described as both heartbreaking and heartwarming, offering a powerful exploration of mental health and the healing bond between humans and animals.