Pet Er: Memoirs of an Animal Doctor

by George A. Porter

With humor and compassion, Dr. Porter tells stories of treating injured and sick animals from cats injured by dogs to rabbits injured by cats, as well as more unusual Toby, the cat burned during a spin in the dryer; Oscar, the monkey who created havoc after panicking at the sight of the syringe; and Plop, the cat who was so big he had to walk on his tiptoes so his belly would not drag on the floor. Sometimes there is apathy, sometimes anger over the cost of the emergency care. Sometimes, sadly, there is grief. More often there is worry, then relief, then gratitude. Shining through all these fascinating stories is Dr. Porter's love of his profession and concern for his patients.

248 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Veterinarian George Porter answers emergency calls for eleven hospitals. The book is a collection of 2-5 page case summaries. There are animals hit by vehicles, animals eating nonfood items, and owners who care too much or are indifferent.

[Rebecca Rybak · Rating 4 out of 5]

good book. It took a little getting used to the way it jumps around, but I like the little tidbits of his personal life mixed i. with the animal stories. overall, a good book