Very interesting introduction to being a Veterinarian
919902
I gift from England to my grandson  in Ohio,who wants to study this subject. Says he likes it very much
2722989
What a great read! The author made the technicalities of equine veterinary medicine very interesting and easy to understand, with a witty twist. As a brand new horse owner, I learned quite a bit! I certainly learned what not to do as a client when enlisting the services of a vet--lol. Highly recommended.
1025068
As a practicing veterinarian I a am often asked for information about pet insurance.  Before reading this book I felt as if I could not be very helpful.  Doug's discussions are both easy to read and easy to understand. I feel comfortable recommending this very helpful resource to pet owners who want to navigate this potentially confusing subject.'
4116723
The book is written by a veterinarian first trained in standard medical education.  He took his education and added holistic training with experiences added by his brother who is also a veterinarian.  I don't buy all the concepts presented, but it certainly gives hope to all of us who want our pets, and ourselves, to live long and high quality of life, lives.
2211867
Enjoy a peek over the shoulder of a veterinary medicine student to experience Kylie's passionate love of animals that goes beyond an attraction to a puppy in the window. The believable descriptions and different settings provide an enjoyable,informative read. Expect to have a new respect for the white-coated,pet attending physician at the local animal clinic I look forward to more books by this author,Rita Welty Bourke-
1551215
This book is wonderful for those of you who are either getting started in the Veterinary field or if you have been in it for a while but are going to make the change to Emergency/Critical Care. I love it.
910415
There is A LOT of information in this book! Everything from shelters and feed to butchering and medications. I like that the very beginning of the book cautions readers to really consider livestock before buying. Constant care is often overlooked and people end up neglecting their animals or surrendering them to a farm shelter. Having more than just a few of 1 to 2 kinds of livestock should be considered a full time job.
2943764
This companion book to Dr. Theilen's first volume of his autobiography is a testament to the determination required to achieve his lifelong goal of becoming a successful veterinarian. The major contributions he made to the field of veterinary medicine, specifically veterinary oncology, were sometimes made after overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles placed in his path. I believe that a lesser person would have given up. The discoveries that he made over the course of his career at the University of California-Davis, including the disease in turkeys which he named reticuloendotheliosis, the infectious nature of bovine leukemia in American cattle herds and the simian sarcoma virus, to name just a few are amazing.. It was very interesting to read about his years of research at various institutions and universities throughout the United States and Europe, where he received due recognition and many honors. Unfortunately, UC Davis never saw fit to recognize his achievements and contributions to their very successful veterinary program. In my opinion, it is a shame when politics interferes with science. The book is definitely a worthwhile read.
2332904
While I love both cats and dogs, I do lean towards being more of a dog lover.  I've volunteered with dogs, but never cats, so this book was a really interesting read about what makes cats and their caregivers tick.  The author helps us dog lovers develop a greater appreciation for our feline friends and those who work with them.

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1511007
Worth the read if you like animals or ever wanted to be a vet like I did. Great short stories.
4318519
A very good little book especially for young people who are considering being a Veterinarian.  Many animal lovers can't stand the thought of euthanizing their pet (or patient) but in some cases it is the best and most humane thing to do, and as Joanne explains, it can be done with dignity.
3459976
In this sequel to An Animal Life: The Beginning, the reader gets to follow a group of veterinary students through their second semester. From clinic rotations for cats, dogs and horses to working with stranded whales and sea turtles on a cold winter night, the authors take us from hilarious to heartbreak as we learn what life at veterinary school is really like.

The characters are well-developed and immensely likable. Ive been told by some of my vet friends that this book is an accurate portrayal of life as a vet student, which makes me appreciate the veterinarians in my life even more. Vet school appears to not be for the faint of heart!

This in-depth look at the life of veterinary students has it all: laughter, tears, passion, excitement, and romance. If you enjoy ER, Greys Anatomy and Private Practice, youll love this book  its kind of like the veterinary version of all of these shows in book form, with a little Animal House thrown in for good measure.
2163755
I really liked this book because it was easy to read, you can tell that the author loves animals very much and cares a lot about them. This book is very informative. Fee OShea has done an excellent job on telling the truth about how animals used for food and clothing are being treated. There was a lot that I didn't know although I know a lot about this subject and it makes me sad to learn about all the horrible things that people do to animals. However, this book didn't only make me sad, it made me happy too when I read the recipes. I cant wait to make one of the wonderful dishes!
3695731
Dr Pol doesn't mess with words, he tells it as it is. Life is not fair, nor is it easy and being a large animal vet is hard work and requires difficult decisions. This is not like his show, instead it is an inside look to his thoughts and how he does his job. I enjoyed reading his blunt and realistic thoughts and ideas. Indeed there are some funny stories as well as some tough stories that hit close to home. I highly recommend this book, but caution the reader that this is real life and death country vet life. Don't expect a gentle and soft life, expect reality.
3077
This is a really fascinating account of the authors journey into advocacy. I found it a really accessible read, even while he quotes from a wide range of authors and fields of study. It provoked a lot of thought on my part. The author is clearly passionate about the subject, but seems to find that line between illustrating his passion while maintaining an objective and thoughtful view of the subject. Its not preachy, but basically shows what we all really know deep down; that what we do to animals simply cannot be justified. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in any aspect of animal welfare, advocacy or just anyone who wants to think a little more deeply about what they are putting into their body. Its making me do that.
2132804
Some parts of the book were hard to read due to typos, but that aside, this book was a real eye opener, pulling me into a world that I had been too afraid to explore before.  As a former veterinary nurse, it was hard for me to be near dead bodies of animals.  This book talks you through the author's beginnings as a young child, discussing what led her to become a doctor, the process involved in becoming a doctor and the experiences she had once she reached her dream.  Some of the stories made me shudder, but others had me laughing out loud.  While the lack of editing takes one star away from the rating that the stories in this book deserved, I still recommend it as a great read - especially to those who are interested in becoming a doctor or are curious about what it takes to be one.
1824894
This book is fascinating and I learned a great deal about animals and their relationship to humans.  I loved how the author communicated with animals - we have more in common than I thought.