Call the Vet: My Life as a Young Vet in 1970s London

Arriving in 1970s’ London as a fresh-faced Canadian, Bruce Fogle assumed that because he knew the language, he would understand the English. As a graduate of the world’s best veterinary school, he also thought his profession would come naturally to him. He quickly learned not to make assumptions… Bruce began his career at the prestigious Woodrow & Singleton surgery in the heart of the Knightsbridge. Frequented by Britain’s most distinguished pet owners, from Duchesses and Sultans to Paul McCartney and Elizabeth Taylor, it also cared for the exotic inhabitants of the Harrods’ ‘Zoo Department.’ Over the next few years, an arc of clients would cross Bruce’s table, from cats and dogs to alligators, pumas and even a capuchin monkey. Each adventure taught Bruce far more than any textbook ever could, while skilful veterinary nurses provided the greatest lessons of all. Call the Vet is a wonderfully rich and warmly funny memoir. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1970s’ London, it explores the unique bond between pets and their owners; the common thread of compassion that unites all cultures and classes, and the discovery of love and joy in unexpected places. Bruce's personal narratives and memoirs are not just about his profession, but also about the unique bond he formed with his patients, both small and large. His top-notch medical skills, combined with his deep understanding of animal nutrition, made him a beloved figure among the distinguished pet owners of London. For fans of Amanda Owen (Celebrating the Seasons with the Yorkshire Shepherdess), Noel Fitzpatrick (Keira & Me), Peter Wright (The Tales and Tails of a Yorkshire Vet), Nick Albert (Chasing the Dream), and Ruth Kelly (My Fight to the Top).