Unlikely Companions

Mysterious Tales from the Life of an Exotic Animal Doctor

by Laurie Hess

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Pub Date Nov 01 2016 | Archive Date Nov 14 2016

Perseus Books Group, Da Capo Press | Da Capo Press

Nonfiction (Adult) | Outdoors & Nature

Description

Whether it’s an umbrella cockatoo who’s not eating, a depressed chinchilla, a pregnant potbellied pig, or a ferret possibly needing surgery, exotic animal vet Laurie Hess is at the front lines with some remarkable pets–and their equally eccentric, dedicated, and sometimes demanding owners. Following a week in Dr. Hess’s life as she tries to uncover the source of an unknown ailment killing some of her most vulnerable patients, Unlikely Companions is an All Creatures Great and Small with a mysterious twist that includes a special message about managing our most important relationships—those with our friends, coworkers, children, spouses, and ourselves.

Advance Praise

"Dr. Hess takes every day as it comes and treats whatever enters her office with compassion, and knowledge, and sometimes even humor."

—Martha Stewart

"Dr. Laurie Hess has written a fascinating account of her care of many unusual pets. You will be swept up in her race to find a cure that will save dying animals and the frequent E.R.-like action, as well as the heartfelt, healthful connections of loving people for their extraordinary pets.”

—Dr. Marty Becker, "America’s Veterinarian" and author of The Healing Power of Pets

"Dr. Hess takes every day as it comes and treats whatever enters her office with compassion, and knowledge, and sometimes even humor."

—Martha Stewart

"Dr. Laurie Hess has written a fascinating...