For the Love of Animals

Stories from my life as a vet

Dr James Greenwood

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Seven Dials
03 October 2023

Autobiography: arts & entertainment; Animals & society; Veterinary medicine: small animals (pets)

'A joy to read' - SARA COX

Growing up in Yorkshire and with farming blood in his genes, James Greenwood always knew he would end up as a vet.

Animals have been part of James' life for as long as he can remember, from pulling lambs on a hilltop farm as a child and having stick insects crawling out of his school uniform in class, to renting a flat behind a zoo in Jersey and finding himself treating a newborn baby elephant as a newly qualified vet. Written with his trademark warmth and humour, James offers a fascinating insight into the world of veterinary medicine with tales of treating cats and dogs, horses, pigs and cows, as well as delving deep into his relationship with his beloved and much-missed, one-eyed Labrador, Oliver.

However, the path to realising his childhood ambition has not always been easy and at times he has questioned whether it truly is the best job in the world. Through all of the challenging lows and extraordinary highs, it has been the animals themselves that have spurred James on to want to continue vetting and helping him find his calling as a GP vet.

Warm, poignant and full of heart, James' story is both a beautiful tribute to the role animals play in our lives and a rare glimpse into what it's really like to be a vet, and is perfect for fans of Matt Baker, The Yorkshire Shepherdess and The Supervet.

By: Dr James Greenwood
Imprint: Seven Dials
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 160mm, Spine: 32mm
Weight: 520g
ISBN: 9781399605526
ISBN 10: 1399605526
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 03 October 2023
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

James Greenwood is a practicing veterinary surgeon, television presenter, devoted animal fanatic and a passionate ceramicist. He is a passionate advocate for the veterinary profession, animal welfare, conservation, mental health awareness and for LGBTQ equality. He currently lives on a smallholding in North Somerset with his partner Mark and their rescue Labrador Dolly, plus hens, sheep and a couple of pigs. This is James' first book.

Reviews for For the Love of Animals: Stories from my life as a vet

Prepare to laugh out loud, to gasp and to get an occasional leaky eye. I loved James's book - it's a must for animal lovers but also for people who love a proper good yarn. * Sara Cox *