The Secret Life of a Vet, Rory Cowlam
The Secret Life of a Vet, Rory Cowlam
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The Secret Life of a Vet
A heartwarming glimpse into the real world of veterinary from TV vet Rory Cowlam

Author: Rory Cowlam

Narrator: Rory Cowlam

Unabridged: 6 hr 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Coronet

Published: 08/20/2020

Synopsis

Honest and heart-warming account of the highs and lows of life as a vet, by lovable rising TV star.

Rory speaks frequently on animal welfare, mental health and is known for his open, heartfelt approach to his work.
Rory has had a passion for animals for as long as he can remember. He grew up in the countryside surrounded by animals and it was always his ambition to be a vet. He now works in a busy London practice where his very honest and often emotional relationships with the animals he treats and their owners has made him the relatable and approachable face of veterinary work.
In an era when doctors and nurses are talking more openly about the realities of saving human lives, Rory shows what a vital service vets offer in caring for the animals that often form the very heart of the household. He describes the demanding experience of veterinary school, and offers a very human take on what it's like to treat animals, and the little talked about mental health implications that this pressured life or death industry holds.

(P) 2020 Hodder & Stoughton Ltd

About Rory Cowlam

Dr Rory Cowlam, better known as Rory the Vet, is a graduate from the Royal Veterinary College and now a member of the Neighbourhood Vet practice based in south east London. Rory's approach and ethos is centred around education and communication and changing the perception of vets, building a wider knowledge for the general public of the care and health of animals. Rory was nominated for Vet of the Year at the 2018 and 2019 Animal Star Awards and is actively involved with the RSPCA and the Dog's Trust. He is also an ambassador of the charity project Streetvet. A charismatic and much loved personality, Rory presents The Pets Factor on CBBC and has regular guest spots on Blue Peter, BBC Breakfast and Lorraine.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Martha on July 21, 2024

I so enjoyed this book! As an aspiring veterinarian I enjoyed being taken on an adventure through Rory’s adventure from the Cotswolds to London. It was like reading a very long personal statement! As you read this you learn so much, explained in an excellent way but with rookie terms. I really enjoy......more

Goodreads review by Gillian on April 17, 2023

A good insight into the veterinary world: the ups, the downs, the times to cry, the times to laugh. Very well written by Rory, very open and honest. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse I understood a lot of what he described dealing with, could guess as to what happened next, and it was an emotional ro......more

Goodreads review by Rubi on March 20, 2022

I don’t remember going through as many intense emotions while reading as I did while reading this book. It had me laughing out loud, reading out hilarious passages to the person closest to me as well as crying my eyes out and feeling the need to give my beloved cat as many cuddles as possible. This......more

Goodreads review by Steve on August 30, 2020

A great book that explores the highs and lows of being a young vet. The book is written from the heart and shows exactly how important the role of a vet is, not only for the animals involved but those in the profession too. Full of anecdotal stories and exudes the enthusiasm that Rory really has for......more

Goodreads review by Sasha on October 24, 2020

The most wonderful book I have ever read. There were moments where I laughed out loud and tried my best not to cry. Not only is it fun to read, it is also incredibly informing and teaches you a thing or two about the reality of the veterinary profession and its highs and lows.......more

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