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How Animals Saved My Life: Being the Supervet

By Professor Noel Fitzpatrick
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In How Animals Saved My Life: Being the Supervet, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick shares his experiences as a pioneering veterinary surgeon. Through heartfelt anecdotes and personal insights, he reveals how the animals he treats have profoundly influenced his life and career. This memoir offers an intimate look at the bond between humans and animals, showcasing the emotional and transformative power of their interactions.
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You might like this book if you enjoy heartwarming and inspiring stories about the bond between humans and animals. Professor Noel Fitzpatrick shares his experiences and challenges as a veterinary surgeon, highlighting touching moments and the deep emotional connections formed with his animal patients.

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Professor Noel Fitzpatrick shares more heart-warming and uplifting stories from his life as The Supervet. The follow-up to the massive No.1 bestseller, Listening to the Animals.

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THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

How Animals Saved My Life: Being the Supervet by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick offers an inspiring and heartwarming account of one man's journey in the world of veterinary medicine. It has been 30 years since Noel Fitzpatrick graduated as a veterinary surgeon. The 22-year-old from Ballyfin, Ireland, has since risen to become one of the leading veterinary surgeons globally. His transformative journey is marked by treating thousands of animals, many of whom were believed to be beyond help. These animals have profoundly impacted his life and the lives of those around them, making the world a better place.

If the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Listening to the Animals narrated Noel's path to becoming The Supervet, then How Animals Saved My Life delves into the experiences of actually being The Supervet. Through a series of moving and often amusing stories, Noel shares his encounters with the animals he's treated and the extraordinary 'animal people' he has met along his journey.

In the book, Noel reflects on the invaluable lessons of Integrity, Care, Love, and Hope that these animals have imparted to him. These lessons have not only shaped his career but have sustained him through the incredible highs and crushing lows of a profession where lives hang in the balance. Noel explores the deep connection humans have with animals, offering insights that resonate with anyone who has ever loved a pet.

Readers will meet Peanut, the world's first cat with two front bionic limbs, and Olive, an eight-year-old therapy dachshund who has brought joy to many. The book also features Odin, a stunning five-year-old Dobermann who presented one of Noel's most challenging cases. Along the way, Noel introduces us to his beloved companions, including Ricochet, the Maine Coon, and Keira, his scruffy Border terrier who remains steadfastly by his side.

How Animals Saved My Life is an uplifting testament to the bond between humans and animals, showcasing the emotional and inspiring stories that have shaped The Supervet's illustrious career. Professor Noel Fitzpatrick's heartfelt narrative underscores the profound impact that animals can have on our lives, making this a must-read for animal lovers and anyone interested in the remarkable world of veterinary medicine.

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How Animals Saved My Life: Being the Supervet by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick has garnered praise for its heartfelt storytelling and deep insights into the bond between humans and animals. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and real-life experiences shared by Fitzpatrick, highlighting his passion for veterinary medicine and the impact of animals on his life. The book is celebrated for its inspirational and moving narrative, resonating with animal lovers and those interested in personal memoirs.

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ISBN: 9781409183792

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Trapeze

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 42.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 448

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Non-Fiction Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

About the Author

Professor Noel Fitzpatrick is a world-renowned neuro-orthopaedic veterinary surgeon, the founder of Fitzpatrick Referrals in Surrey, the star of the hit Channel 4 television show The Supervet, and author of the No.1 bestseller Listening to the Animals. Globally recognised for his innovative surgical solutions for animals, Noel has developed dozens of new techniques, including several world-firsts, that have provided hope where none seemed possible to provide quality of life for his patients. Noel lives in Surrey with his Border Terrier Keira and Maine Coon Ricochet, and you can follow him at:

Facebook: @ProfessorNoelFitzpatrick

Twitter: @ProfNoelFitz

Instagram: @ProfessorNoelFitzpatrick

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