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All My Patients Kick and Bite

More Favorite Stories From a Vet's Practice
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“Many X-rays later it was determined in the emergency room that I had cracked portions of three vertebrae. The radiologist advised me to take off the next six weeks and rest, but he did not understand veterinary practice. The next day, I was back at work, but even removing porcupine quills from a dog nearly put me on my knees. / At home, Ivan watched me from his confines as if he felt bad. He would even whinny at me occasionally, seeming to want attention. Over the next several weeks, my back healed and I was able to turn my body without passing out. As I improved, I was able to at least limp down to rub his nose and give him the occasional carrot. Before long, it was time to give Ivan another try.” (p. 77)