Synopses & Reviews
This charming, warm, and touching memoir from inspirational animal whisperer Carolyn Press-McKenzie is written in a style reminiscent of a modern-day James Herriot. Heart-warming, funny, and moving, this is the inspirational story of one woman's work with animals, first training them for film-work, and then developing a sanctuary for abandoned animals and rescuing them. Carolyn Press-McKenzie runs an organization called HUHA "Helping You Help Animals," as well as two animal sanctuaries, and she has lots of warm, funny, and sad stories to tell. This memoir tells her story, and is interwoven with heart-warming stories of animals she has rescued, trained, and loved. She writes with a lovely gentle sense of humor and perfectly pitched comic timing. It's a charming mix of one woman's drive to follow her passion, along with great animal stories both happy and sad—but that are ultimately happy-ever-after stories.
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“Matthew Eliott, DVM, has led a fascinating life, and he writes about it in a most informative and amusing manner in Stallside.” —Jill Murphy, columnist, The Record-Review
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“Eliott’s book is a quick, easy read. The stories are endearing, the characters sweet.” —Leslie Threlkeld, Eventing Nation
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"Entertaining and informative, a delightful read.” —Lendon Gray, author, Lessons with Lendon
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"What thoroughly enjoyable stories, and so beautifully written . . . my only regret is that horses can't read. They would love it too.” —David McCallum, actor
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“This is simply a fabulous book. Matt Eliott is a gifted writer that pens a perfect mix of heartwarming tales of his career, enough science to give some perspective along with the stories of Matt's very unique upbringing. Matthew was a veterinary school classmate of mine at Purdue University and to learn so much about his life and his career was just a joy. After you buy this book you will have a very hard time putting it down and I am certain you will be buying copies for friends and family.” —W. Mark Hilton, professor, Purdue University
Synopsis
The tales in this memoir capture the unusual adventures and memorable characters that the author, as a young vet, encounters on his journey to becoming an experienced equine practitioner. Sharing stories of the heart, unique insights into the veterinary occupation, horse care, animal behavior, and human eccentricity, this book describes the coming-of-age experiences that contributed to his chosen direction in later life. Amusing and poignant experiences give warmth and humor to a memoir that will delight animal lovers.
About the Author
Matthew Elliot, DVM, is the owner and operator of RiverHorse farm and an equine veterinarian who has been practicing in both California and New York for more than 25 years. He lives in North Salem, New York.