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Tales of a Pet Vet

Stories from the Clinic and House Calls

Published by She Writes Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

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About The Book

In stories tailor-made for pet lovers, a seasoned veterinarian shares her good, bad, and messy days on the job—and highlights the undeniable magic of the human-animal bond.

Dr. Dawn Filos has always had a passion for animals—and with a lot of hard work and perseverance, she turned that passion into a career. Here, with emotional honesty, Dr. Dawn shares her colorful, memorable journey from nervous novice to seasoned, self-assured doctor. This modern-day James Herriot ultimately finds her niche as a house-call vet, where she creates a way to practice on her own terms with the privilege of unique, intimate access into the homes and lives of her beloved patients and their human families.

Sometimes heartwarming, sometimes sad, and often hilarious, Tales of a Pet Vet will resonate deeply with pet lovers everywhere.

About The Author

Dr. Dawn Filos grew up in New Jersey in a family of eccentric animal lovers, preparing her for a lifelong career spent with like-minded pet people. She was a veterinarian in Pennsylvania for over thirty years. After retiring, she realized a decades-long dream to add “pet portraitist” to her list of talents; she also blogs at www.drdawnthepetvet.com. She now splits her time between Scottsdale, Arizona, and East Hampton, New York, where she pursues her art and enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, and spending time at the beach.

Product Details

  • Publisher: She Writes Press (October 8, 2024)
  • Length: 248 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781647427597

Raves and Reviews

“The author is a gifted storyteller and this collection will certainly entertain and engage readers.” Readers’ Favorite

Tales of a Pet Vet is a hilarious collection of stories about working with animals and their humans. Dr. Dawn has a gift for seeing the humor in any situation, and I found myself nodding along at her descriptions of veterinary house-call practice. An enjoyable read!” —Karen Fine, DVM, New York Times best-selling author of The Other Family Doctor: A Veterinarian Explores What Animals Can Teach Us About Love, Life, and Mortality

“Dr. Filos paints vivid pictures of pet parents and the many life lessons that they and their ‘fur babies’ can teach us.” —Melinda G. McCall, DVM, author of Driving Home Naked: And Other Misadventures of a Country Veterinarian

“Dr. Dawn educates readers on what it means to be a real vet with real stories of pets of all sizes and species. Her entertaining stories will connect with pet lovers and all those who like a good book and a fun read.” —Steve Silbiger, author of The Ten-Day MBA

“Dr. Dawn Filos is an extraordinary guide through a world so many of us enter but few ever fully understand—the world of caring for our pets. With humor, empathy, and deep affection for both her patients and their humans, she shares tales of treating every kind of case—from snakes with pneumonia to Harold the self-pleasuring Maine coon cat. If you love animals, you’ll love Dr. Dawn and the stories she’s collected from thirty-plus years of practice.” —Jim Axelrod, CBS News correspondent and author of In the Long Run: A Father, a Son, and Unintentional Lessons in Happiness

“Dr. Dawn Filos hits a grand slam with Tales of a Pet Vet—a well-written, fun, and easy read. Whether she’s facing a vicious dog, a recalcitrant cat, or nutty pet parents, Dawn’s stories are relatable and entertaining. This captivating book held my interest from cover to cover.” —Mary Carlson, DVM, author of Drinking From the Trough: A Veterinarian’s Memoir

“A wonderful read—Dr. Dawn engages the reader with her storytelling prowess. Tales of a Pet Vet is a must-read for every person who owns a pet and for every person who wants to work in the animal industry.” —Laura C. Lefkowitz, DVM, author of Bite Me: Tell-All Tales of an Emergency Veterinarian

Tales of a Pet Vet is fun and lively. With her plain-spoken ability to poke fun at herself when things don’t go as expected, the author stirs up laugh-out-loud moments—and turns them into useful life lessons. A good read for pet parents and any animal lover.” —Duncan MacVean, DVM, author of My Patients Like Treats: Tales from a House-Call Veterinarian

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