Read more
Zusatztext "Well-researched and well-written, ER Vets is an engaging book on a hot topic." --School Library Journal, starred School Library Journal, Starred "Jackson doesn’t sidestep the emotional and physical demands of working in an emergency clinic, but her sensitive, behind-the-scenes look at emergency care also clearly shows the rewards of the profession and the bonds between owner and pet."––Booklist Booklist, ALA "An easy sell to animal lovers of various reading levels, and they may also get some ideas about future career options." --Kirkus Kirkus Reviews Informationen zum Autor Donna M. Jackson is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for children and holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her works include the critically acclaimed Elephant Scientists, Bone Detectives, Bug Scientists, and Wildlife Detectives —all honored by the NSTA/CBC’s Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children award; ER Vets , an Orbis Pictus and ASPCA Henry Bergh honor book; and Extreme Scientists , named a Smithsonian Notable Book for Children, 2009. When she’s not writing about scientists in the field, Donna enjoys reading, skiing, gardening, hiking in the mountains, and spending time with her family. She lives in Colorado. Learn more about Donna at her website: http://www.donnamjackson.net . Klappentext With dramatic full-color photos throughout, award-winning author Donna Jackson brings to life the inner workings of an animal emergency room, profiling the important work ER veterinarians do behind closed doors. Animals survive traumas with the help of high-tech X-rays, ventilators, endoscopes, and more importantly, the expert care of veterinarians and veterinary nurses who love animals, science, and a daily dose of adrenaline! It takes loads of courage and compassion to be an ER vet! Zusammenfassung With dramatic full-color photos throughout, award-winning author Donna Jackson brings to life the inner workings of an animal emergency room, profiling the important work ER veterinarians do behind closed doors. Animals survive traumas with the help of high-tech X-rays, ventilators, endoscopes, and more importantly, the expert care of veterinarians and veterinary nurses who love animals, science, and a daily dose of adrenaline! It takes loads of courage and compassion to be an ER vet! ...
