English, That Is!
by Dean E. Ewing, DVM and Shirley Herd____________________________________________________
"...one of the most popular books carried in the Zoo gift shop."
The Zoological Society of San Diego
San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park
If one admires animals, reading true stories about their antics and behaviors is delightful entertainment. Drawing from more than forty years experience as a veterinarian, Doctor Ewing has unusual stories to share that include vignettes of a variety of animals, from big to small, from common to uncommon. The stories about these animals are as varied as the patients them- selves. There is the laughable incident of Big Bird, the emu, or the chase and catch of Samantha, the Siamese cat, or the roundup of ten elusive peacocks. The heart-warming story of Roger, the remarkable shepherd, or Precious, the one eyed cat is unforgettable. For mischievous incidents, Sweet Pea, the cake eating poodle and Liberty, the sea lion pup, are outstanding. One will be amazed by the story of Nero, the peacock that looked like he was wearing a turtleneck sweater, or Comet, the cat and her friend Keo, the budgie. The ingenuity of Clarence, the copy cat duck, and Hobie, the love-sick mallard, are fascinating. For those who like mysteries, there is the case of Tor, the punctured turkey, or Rambo, the twice neutered cat, or Sarah, the cage-crashing parrot, or "Madame X" and her two Malaysian otters. In addition to his animal house call and clinical cases, Doctor Ewing shares his military adventures dealing with marine mammals while in San Diego, and on Oahu and San Miguel Islands. The chapter about his tour of duty in Thailand is loaded with information about the country as well as tales about animals indigenous to the area.
What the critics say about this book:
"The stories ... are delivered with profound descriptions and with subtle punches." Philip K. Ensley, DVM Associate Veterinarian, Zoological Society of San Diego Diplomat, American College of Zoological Medicine " ... will provide hours of enjoyment for animal lovers ... an amusing and endearing look at the Animal Kingdom." Zoological Society of San Diego
"... true tales from the experiences of the Dr." DVM Magazine
"... hours of entertaining reading." Family Motoring Coaching Magazine
"... highly entertaining and humorous ..." Zoo Book Sales
BOOK INFO: Soft Cover: $15.95 Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Pages: 282 ISBN: 0-930006-04-6 Illustrated
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