Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts
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“Schott’s animated account moves at a fast clip, is full of colorful anecdotes, and will delight animal lovers of all stripes.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
Sharing the stories of 22 different animal healers and veterinarians from across eras and continents, Dr. Schott examines the always fascinating, often unexpected, and sometimes hilarious veterinary methods employed to treat all manner of creatures. From healing dogs and horses to gorillas and even dragons, at the heart lies the evolution of the human-animal bond, which has been more cyclical than linear.
James Herriot will be familiar to many people, but most of the other featured vets will be new. They range from Palakapya, who treated fighting elephants in India almost 3,000 years ago, to Dr. Louis Camuti, who had the first feline house call practice anywhere, tending to the cats of celebrities in mid-twentieth century Manhattan Whether you have a passion for animals, the history of the medical sciences, or just quirky history, this light-hearted exploration of the empathetic relationship between man and beast will entertain and delight.
Available July 8, 2025. PRE-ORDER NOW!
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Philipp Schott lives in Winnipeg, where he practices veterinary medicine, writes, and shares a creaky old house on the river with his wife, two kids, and one nutty cat. His first book, The Accidental Veterinarian, was a bestseller and was translated into five languages. Six other books have followed.
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Published: July 2025
ISBN: 9781770417830
Dimensions: 6 x 9 in.
Pages: 232
Reviews
“Schott's animated account moves at a fast clip, is full of colorful anecdotes, and will delight animal lovers of all stripes.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
“Would you believe Canada's answer to James Herriot? Honestly, when was the last time you encountered an expert in treating sick or injured animals who could make words sing and dance? Winnipeg-based Philipp Schott is the real thing: a professional veterinarian who knows how to tell a story — how to meld anecdote, history, and personal voice into prancing entertainment. Heal the Beasts is a winner!” — Ken McGoogan, author of Searching for Franklin and Shadows of Tyranny