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A Yorkshire veterinarian describes the adventures and experiences of his career as he tends to sick cattle, pregnant ewes, ailing dogs, and their eccentric owners, in a celebration of the relationships between human and animal.

"Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section,...

"Veterinarians are valuable community helpers. Follow Sesame Street characters in learning how veterinarians help keep animals healthy and how they take care of animals big and small"-- Provided by publisher.

Witness the excitement and drama of life in an animal emergency room as the ER vets work to heal the creatures we consider part of our families.

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a veterinarian. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.

I want to be a vet gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of veterinarians. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in being a vet. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us.

Explains what a veterinarian is and what their responsibilities are, including helping animals who are sick or hurt.

Describes some of the things that veterinarians do to help animals stay healthy.

The Magic Door books are an invitation to view learning as fun. Engaging art and creative text provide readers with basic lessons that last a lifetime. The Best Vet in the World reveals how vets care for pets and explores their important role as community helpers who look after our animal companions. 'A book is a door, a magic door. It can take you places you have never been before!' Each story in this lighthearted series begins with an invitation...

"If I were a veterinarian, I would help sick animals get well. I would give shots, bandage wings, and remove swallowed toys. I would care for all sorts of animals--maybe even tigers! Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a vet" --Cover, p. 4.