They can surgically remove an arrow in a cat's abdomen, repair a bird's broken wing, even save a tiny foal that is in a coma. How? With high-tech x-rays, endoscopes, and electrocardiographs-but most important, with a love of science and animals. Twenty-four hours a day, with a team of anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, ophthalmologists, nurses, internists, residents, and a healthy dose of adrenaline, emergency room veterinarians try to heal these little-and large-creatures we consider part of our families. Filled with full-colour behind-the-scenes photographs, this book captures the drama, excitement, and courage of being an ER vet. AUTHOR Donna M. Jackson spent many rewarding days at Colorado State University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital while researching ER Vets. She says that watching the highly skilled, committed, and compassionate emergency vet team in action inspired her work. An award-winning author of nonfiction books for children, AGES: 8-12 years / 3rd class-year 7.