Tell Me Where It Hurts: A Day of Humor, Healing, and Hope in My Life as an Animal SurgeonFrom the front lines of modern medicine, Tell Me Where It Hurts is a fascinating insider portrait of a veterinarian, his furry patients, and the blend of old-fashioned instincts and cutting-edge technology that defines pet care in the twenty-first century. For anyone who’s ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at your veterinarian’s office, Tell Me Where It Hurts offers a vicarious journey through twenty-four intimate, eye-opening, heartrending hours at the premier Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston. You’ll learn about the amazing progress of modern animal medicine, where organ transplants, joint replacements, and state-of-the-art cancer treatments have become more and more common. With these technological advances come controversies and complexities that Dr. Trout thoughtfully explores, such as how long (and at what cost) treatments should be given, how the Internet has changed pet care, and the rise in cosmetic surgery. You’ll also be inspired by the heartwarming stories of struggle and survival filling these pages. With a wry and winning tone, Dr. Trout offers up hilarious and delightful anecdotes about cuddly (or not-so-cuddly) pets and their variously zany, desperate, and demanding owners. In total, Tell Me Where It Hurts offers a fascinating portrait of the comedy and drama, complexities and rewards involved with loving and healing animals. Part ER, part Dog Whisperer, and part House, this heartfelt and candid book shows that while the technology has changed since James Herriot’s day, the humanity and compassion remains unchanged. If you’ve ever had a pet or special place in your heart for furry friends, Dr. Trout’s irresistible book is for you. |
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... looks ready to explode . Classic double - bubble on abdomi- nal X - rays . " I had been waiting for this description , the twisted , distended stomach looking like the silhouette of a giant heavyweight's boxing glove on an X - ray . It ...
... looks ready to explode . Classic double - bubble on abdomi- nal X - rays . " I had been waiting for this description , the twisted , distended stomach looking like the silhouette of a giant heavyweight's boxing glove on an X - ray . It ...
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... looks unfamiliar . He has piggy eyes , a pillow - crease scar across his left cheek , and a jaunty case of bed head . Thank goodness my pa- tients never judge me on my appearance . My patient lies splayed across a large gurney , nervous ...
... looks unfamiliar . He has piggy eyes , a pillow - crease scar across his left cheek , and a jaunty case of bed head . Thank goodness my pa- tients never judge me on my appearance . My patient lies splayed across a large gurney , nervous ...
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... looks like shit . " I'm not surprised . The shock to Sage's circulation has convinced her heart that she is running an endless sprint . This effect com- bined with the absorption of toxic by - products via the damaged stomach can ...
... looks like shit . " I'm not surprised . The shock to Sage's circulation has convinced her heart that she is running an endless sprint . This effect com- bined with the absorption of toxic by - products via the damaged stomach can ...
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... looks awful . I imagine someone shoving an over- inflated beach ball under my rib cage . I know I wouldn't be faring as well . " You're absolutely right , " I say . " She looks like crap . You're certain Sage got into the kibble around ...
... looks awful . I imagine someone shoving an over- inflated beach ball under my rib cage . I know I wouldn't be faring as well . " You're absolutely right , " I say . " She looks like crap . You're certain Sage got into the kibble around ...
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... looks up , offering an apologetic expression that changes into a wince as he gets to his feet with difficulty . My nose detects the faint , menthol aroma of Bengay . " Hi , Mr. Hartman , please don't get up on my account . I under ...
... looks up , offering an apologetic expression that changes into a wince as he gets to his feet with difficulty . My nose detects the faint , menthol aroma of Bengay . " Hi , Mr. Hartman , please don't get up on my account . I under ...
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