Confessions of a veterinary nurse: Paws, claws and puppy dog tails

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Even as a small child, Tracey dreamed of a career working with animals. That dream became a reality in 1986 when she secured a training position at a local veterinary practice. Fresh-faced and eager to learn, Tracey was thrown headfirst into life in a busy mixed animal practice. From pigs to pugs, calves to kittens from day one, Tracey realised that this was going to be no ordinary job. Working with some truly memorable characters, from a roguish practice principal to a head nurse who was a little too keen on a tipple, alongside committed and dedicated fellow veterinary nursing students, Tracey worked her way up from practice bucket washer to head nurse. Assisting in life-saving and tricky operations, nursing sick animals back to health, and shedding more than a tear or two, this is a humorous and sometimes bittersweet account of the life and times of a veterinary nurse, where no two days are ever the same.

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This is a truly excellent paperback from publisher Hubble and Hattie ... This true to life insight gives this book a `can't put down until finished' quality and I indeed read it in one sitting. Dog Training Weekly --- Tracey has thrown back the curtain of mystery and takes you on a journey of her no holds barred account of her life at a veterinary practice ... You will not be able to put this book down until you have read it all. Tigger Club News. An intense and gripping read. - Dogs Monthly. Written in a simple, easy to ready style. There is a wonderful enthusiasm through the book. Whether you work in the veterinary field or simply love animals and nature and would like a little 'you-time', I highly recommend you purchase a copy. - Barks from the Guild. This light-hearted and enjoyable read gives an insight into Tracey's time as a student veterinary nurse. If you have a pet, or are friends with, live with, or know of anyone who works in a veterinary practice, I strongly recommend this book, while for those considering working with animas, this book is a great way to prepare for the adventures ahead. The Kennel Club.

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As a child Tracey's love for animals of all shapes and sizes was apparent to all who knew her. As a teenager she embarked on her dream career as a veterinary nurse, qualifying in 1989, and has been working in small animal practice ever since. Tracey has witnessed first-hand how much the role of the veterinary nurse has grown and diversified since her early years as a trainee, and she looks back on her career with a huge sense of pride. What is there not to love about a job where no two days are ever the same