stories

Lost & Found

Something nearly unbearable happened recently: I lost my stethoscope and my sketchbook. Through a boneheaded move (I've made several in my life) I misplaced both of these crucial pieces of my professional life. And no amount of moping, shuffling around the house, checking and rechecking all the usual

veterinary medicine

What a Cat Wants, What a Cat Needs

Cats are killers. Ruthlessly so. Any animal under 1 kilogram will tell you the same. They're like orcas, publicly adored by humans but known in the animal world as perverse monsters who torment and toy with their prey. Just because they make good memes doesn't mean

stories

The Osprey

With determination fueled by adrenaline, I approached the bedraggled osprey, ready to perform an impromptu rescue, only to find myself outsmarted by a grand display of avian defiance: a majestic aerial departure punctuated by a poignant avian "gift."

Conflict of Interests

I went on a date the other night, but not with my wife. It did feel a bit wrong in some ways, but nobody (her included) seemed to mind too much, so I just went along with it. It was a nice restaurant. Unusually for an evening like this, I

cartoon

New Yorker Rejects #4

Cartoons that weren't particularly close to being published in the New Yorker.

neuroscience

False Alarm

In which I go clothes shopping, have a terrifying experience, and unconsciously implement an evolutionary strategy to help a conspecific.

cartoon

Secrets to Success for New Grad Vets

Veterinary wisdom passed down with humor and cartoons. Learn survival tips from the trenches, from getting dirty to mastering escape tactics

neuroscience

Copy That?

Veterinary truths revealed through stormy ER shifts and philosophical musings. Learn to navigate tough conversations with compassion and honesty

art

The Story of Louie

Follow the hilarious journey of two cousins navigating the world of children's book publishing, filled with burritos, bad jokes, and elephants

veterinary medicine

The Comfort Room

Experience the poignant reflections of a veterinarian, navigating the delicate balance between life and death, love and grief

cartoon

New Yorker Rejects #3

Rejected cartoons with insights into life's adventures and humorous musings on everyday absurdities

art

In Pulses

Navigate the ebb and flow of creative endeavors while reflecting on the joy of discovery and the importance of self-expression. Dive into musings on the human experience and the quest for meaning in a world of endless possibilities

veterinary medicine

C'mon, Pennwes!

Engage in a humorous exploration of the quirks and controversies within the veterinary profession while advocating for standardized nomenclature and playfully suggesting alternative interpretations of the V.M.D. acronym

veterinary medicine

How Have I Never Heard of: Amir Khalil

Dr. Amir Khalil's remarkable work in rescuing zoo animals from war-torn areas, funded by Four Paws International, is truly inspiring

glossobuccosis

Bad Kid's Books

Parent or not, you've probably experienced the repetition of children's books. Here's a veterinarian's humorous take on some classics

veterinary medicine

The Penguin

Veterinary school brought unexpected coincidences, like donning a penguin costume and later, coaxing a penguin out of anesthesia

News

Happy Whatever!

Cheers to a year of creative highs! From starting a blog to landing a book deal, here's to more success ahead!

veterinary medicine

Feeling Down? Blame the Cats

Delve into the dark world of Toxoplasma gondii, the brain-controlling parasite that thrives through cats, affecting humans and wildlife alike

cartoon

New Yorker Rejects #2

Explore the humorous side of life with these New Yorker cartoon submissions, ranging from surgical anxiety to mayonnaise cakes and beyond

glossobuccosis

A Very Veterinary Christmas Album

Delve into the holiday spirit with a unique twist! Explore classic Christmas tunes reimagined through the lens of veterinary medicine

veterinary medicine

Chihuahua Denial Syndrome

Unveiling a peculiar mental quirk: Chihuahua Denial Syndrome (CDS), where owners adamantly deny their pet's chihuahua heritage despite evident traits

veterinary medicine

Big-Picturism

Reflecting on the complexities of veterinary care across different communities and the trade-offs inherent in providing care within various constraints

history

Ten Titillating Tidbits from Veterinary History

Exploring intriguing historical tidbits about the evolution of veterinary medicine, from ancient practices to modern milestones

veterinary medicine

Spectrum of Caring

Navigating the complexities of alleviating suffering in veterinary medicine, where the involvement of human emotions and perceptions adds layers of challenge

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New Yorker Rejects #1

Navigating rejection with humor and introspection, exploring various facets of life through single-panel cartoons