Laughter and Tears "A Veterinarian's Memoir and Advice"

by Kenneth Cohn

Overview

After practicing veterinary medicine for over 38 years, Dr. Cohn has written a memoir describing his adventures as well as many of the lessons he has learned and taught. He portrays those who cherish their pets and others who merely tolerate them. We read about some who tearfully say goodbye to their pets while others are restless to see the end of their responsibility. These memories are sandwiched between the incredible stories of his own family pets. Although every drama offers some advice, Dr. Cohn finishes the book with a lengthy appendix of valuable advice and lessons. This is a book to be cherished by pet owners; share in the laughter and tears and learn more about pets as you enjoy every page.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940046190175
Publisher:	Brighton Publishing LLC
Publication date:	09/22/2014
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	534,429
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

I grew up in a home where pets were not a priority. Maybe the lack of a dog or cat prompted me to look out for the neighborhood pets and rescue every stray or injured creature I came across.
Before I finished veterinary school I was married. Within the next few years we had two children and shortly thereafter, we adopted our first cat. I had opened my veterinary clinic the same year I graduated, and while practicing small animal medicine and surgery with emergency visits and house calls as needed, I had too little time to sit back and enjoy my own pets. In fact I had been practicing for almost ten years before I was introduced to Max, the dog of my dreams, and became a truly devoted pet owner for the first time in my life. I have to credit this Doberman with opening my heart to all the pleasures and fulfillments a pet offers. Almost seven years later I adopted my cat, Kipper. Max had his first feline roommate, and I came to appreciate this fascinating and incredible creature. In fact, my story begins when Kipper enters my life.
Five dogs, one cat, and sixteen years later I sold my clinic. My wife, Sharon, and I moved to Tucson where I resumed making house calls while working at a veterinary clinic. Kipper was 19 years old and in failing health when he passed away. We now live in Tucson where I continue doing what I love the most…making house calls.