No Dogs in Heaven?
By Robert T. Sharp, DVM
What is wrong with my human? Not only did she bring home a book with the dreaded word “dogs” in the title, the author is a veterinarian! Dogs and vets — my two least favorite creatures! And she wanted me to review it! I was going to chew on it instead, but I began to check it out… and you know what? It’s actually a really good book! The vet guy left a city practice to take over a clinic out in rural southern Ohio, so I got to read about the experiences of a lot of farm cats, and a bunch of other creatures too! I’m not really sure what cows and pigs are, since I’ve never seen any, but this guy had to take care of them, along with the cats. And dogs too, I suppose — but I skipped over those parts. In any case, I got to see what life is like far, far away from the big city, and the author told his stories with a lot of warmth and humor. And since he saved so many cats’ lives, I decided that he was okay for a vet. This was actually the first book I couldn’t put down. I even fell asleep reading it. One thing I can tell you, however… in my heaven, there are definitely no dogs!
My name is Dana Cressell and I read this book when I was 13 years old. I am currently now 16 years old. This book had taught me so much about not only animals but how to love something you want to do for the rest of your life. Ever since I could talk I’ve always said I wanted to be a vet. But as the years go by I’m second guessing myself. This book has inspired me to give my dream a chance. So I just wanted to thank you so much for your wonderful and inspiring story. I really appreciate it!
Thank you, Dana Cressell (16)
My name is Christen Deyo, I’m 16 yrs old and I read the book in class. It took me four days to read the whole book and it really inspired me. I’ve been wanting to be a vet or join the ASPCA ever since I was 11 yrs old. I think u are awesome. I want to be a vet when I get older, but I can’t go to college so I guess I’ll have to stick with the volunteer work at shelters. Oh well, I enjoy it and that’s all that matters.