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Dr. Chivvis is a homeschool mom, wife, veterinarian, author, and indie publisher. As an internship- trained veterinarian, Dr. Chivvis takes great pride in helping pets and relieving pain and suffering. She also loves interacting with pet families, collaborating with them, and education them about their pets. Her writing journey began after the birth of her first child, when she felt a strong pull to create a children’s book. At the time, the idea felt impossible—but years later, she found a way to blend her passion for storytelling and education with real-world experiences from her veterinary career.

Since then, she has created educational coloring books for kids and adults, an activity book, and practical guides that make veterinary topics
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Gal Chivvis Taking the leap to become an author is no small feat. Doubt and uncertainty always creep in.
For me, being an author was a dream—something you imagine …more
Taking the leap to become an author is no small feat. Doubt and uncertainty always creep in.
For me, being an author was a dream—something you imagine but never really believe you can achieve. Getting started felt impossible. With limited time in our busy lives, why pour your energy into a dream that feels so out of reach?

It wasn’t until I decided to just go for it—despite the fear of the unknown, and despite knowing I might fail—that things began to shift. That dream started to move into the realm of reality. Not easy, but possible.

I still don’t know how well my books will do, or if they’ll fully serve their purpose: to educate, inspire, support, and provide value. But I do know that I’m trying—and giving it my all.

So my advice? Just do it. And if you’re scared or your imposter syndrome tries to hold you back—do it anyway.(less)
Gal Chivvis Once you become an author and dive into the creative process, it feels nearly impossible to focus on just one project. I think this is true for many a…moreOnce you become an author and dive into the creative process, it feels nearly impossible to focus on just one project. I think this is true for many authors—there’s always something on the horizon that sparks a new idea.

Right now, I’m prioritizing my first children’s picture book, What’s Wrong with Tom?, which is part of the Critter Care Crew series and set to launch in August—and I am SO excited!
Spoiler: the second book in the series is already written and currently being edited.

I’ve also begun an early draft of The Cat Owner’s Guide to Health Emergencies, and I have some big plans for a digital product that I’m still mulling over.(less)
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What Did Libby Do? A Veterinary Tale of Mischief and Mishaps by Gal Chivvis
"Such a cute way to help little kids learn about pets. I could see this as part of a welcome home basket for new pet owners with kids. Dare I say, its even better than "What's Wrong With Tom?" (Which qas great too!)"
What Did Libby Do? A Veterinary Tale of Mischief and Mishaps by Gal Chivvis
"Love this sweet and helpful book! I really appreciate how the story introduces veterinarians and also about making mistakes. Libby is a cute character with solid writing here. Great extras at the end including foods safety for pets. Highly recommend " Read more of this review »
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What Did Libby Do? A Veterinary Tale of Mischief and Mishaps by Gal Chivvis
"Teaching young kids what dogs can and cannot eat can be a challenge, but What Did Libby Do? turns vital pet safety into an absolute delight!
​Dr. Chivvis does a fantastic job of weaving crucial food safety lessons into catchy, poetic rhymes. The rhyth" Read more of this review »
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This book is so beautifully done! I love the illustrations and the colors. And I absolutely love the story. The book takes the reader through a series of emotions, that are typically experiences by all of us, and adds color and intrigue and a NAME to ...more
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Dogs Don't Wear Clogs by Mary Barry
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The cover of this book immediately drew me in, followed by the already hilarious title. The book did not disappoint! The illustrations are magical and beautifully enhance the fun rhyming text. So much silliness and imagination went into creating this ...more
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Goats Don't Wear Coats by Mary Barry
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This book is seriously adorable! I absolutely loved reading this book and thoroughly enjoyed the lively illustrations. It reminded me a bit of Go Dog Do! and other childhood favorites. This is a book that is sure to be enjoyed by many! Especially wel ...more
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Oops! Animal Mix-ups by Jeanette Lerio
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This book was SO much fun! The book's premise is to follow along with a child who explores his creativity and makes some oops mistakes- but then he realizes, wait-- that's what makes these so much fun. Each page after the intro presents a sweet illus ...more
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