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A Book by Dr. Greg Cynaumon

Waiting At The Gate

How God Shaped the Soul of a Dog, and Why You'll See Yours Again

Waiting at the Gate explores one of the most enduring questions asked by pet owners: Will I see my dog again in heaven? Rather than relying on sentiment or wishful thinking, former police investigator and Doctor of Psychology Dr. Greg Cynaumon approaches the question like a detective—following the evidence wherever it leads. Drawing from Scripture, behavioral psychology, biology, and decades of experience with police K-9s, therapy dogs, and family pets, he presents a compelling case that the extraordinary bond God created between people and dogs was never accidental—and may not be temporary.

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"God didn't create dogs by accident. He crafted them to love without condition, to forgive without hesitation, and to show us — every single day — what grace looks like with four paws."

— Dr. Greg Cynaumon, Waiting At The Gate

About the Book

Waiting At The Gate book cover by Dr. Greg Cynaumon

Dogs are more than just pets.

Waiting At The Gate is a deeply personal, theologically grounded exploration of what Scripture and faith tell us about the animals we love. Dr. Greg Cynaumon —,counselor, Former SWAT Hostage Negotiator, Police Detective, and lifelong dog lover — walks alongside grieving pet owners with compassion, wisdom, and the kind of hope that only comes with the integration of behavioral psychology, theology and science.

  • What the Bible says about animals and eternity
  • How God uniquely designed dogs with a soul shaped heart
  • How that  evidence is seen in police dogs, therapy dogs, and pets
  • The hope of reunion — grounded in Scripture
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Hands gently resting on a beloved dog

"I've been a pastor for 22 years and I've never had a good answer for the question 'will I see my dog again?' Now I do. I'm recommending this book to every grieving pet owner in my congregation."

About the Author

Dr. Greg Cynaumon, author of Waiting At The Gate

Dr. Greg Cynaumon

Doctor of Psychology · Former SWAT Hostage Negotiator · Author · Dog Lover

Dr. Greg Cynaumon has spent decades walking alongside people in their deepest moments of grief and joy. As a Christian author and speaker, former police detective and experienced counselor, he brings both theological depth and investigational skills to the question every dog owner eventually asks: Will I see my dog again? This book is his answer — and his gift to everyone who has ever been loved by a dog.

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What Readers Are Saying

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I lost my golden retriever of 14 years and didn't know how to grieve. This book gave me the path to move on from mourning to faith for a reunion. I've read it two times.

Margaret T.

Reader, Colorado

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Dr. Cynaumon writes the way a good pastor talks — honest, warm, and never preachy. I felt understood on every page. My whole family read it after we lost our lab.

James & Carol R.

Readers, Tennessee

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I wasn't sure a book could help with this kind of grief. But Waiting At The Gate met me exactly where I was. It changed how I think about heaven. Thank you Dr. Cynaumon

Sarah M.

Reader, Oregon

If you love a dog and wonder if you'll see them again... this book was written for you.

You don't have to explain why it hurts this much. Dr. Cynaumon already understands. Waiting At The Gate offers the evidence, comfort of faith and the hope of reunion — for every person who has ever been changed by the love of a dog.

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Waiting At The Gate

A book of faith, comfort, and hope for everyone who has loved and lost a dog.

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