Category Archives: Guest Posts

Another testimony from a stressed and depressed veterinarian

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

My book Pet Hates, The Shocking Truth about Pets and Vets, was published in 2006.  It reveals aspects of this highly stressful profession not widely known by the public. Although I gave up the job years ago, I continue to … Continue reading →

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Guest post: Finding the Courage to Pursue Your Passions

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

Thanks to Heather Smith of Nanny.Net for this post! Throughout our lives we’re told that we need to find our passions, and then we’re told that we need to fit into a certain mold. If your passions don’t jive with … Continue reading →

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Guest post: Kids ‘drugged up to keep the peace’ – teacher says Ritalin not answer to Attention Deficit

Posted on February 4, 2012 by

I recently Tweeted about this fascinating article, in which a psychologist argues that Ritalin and other drugs are not the answer to Attention Deficit Disorder, and that they have no long-term benefits. I subsequently received an unsolicited email from a … Continue reading →

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Guest post: The Salon des Refusés is alive and well and living in Aberdeen

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

The Salon des Refusés is alive and well and living in Aberdeen [I am delighted that Aberdeen artist, Brian, has contributed this amusing little piece!] Greetings from the Granite City, friends! Here’s what happened when I got the old brushes … Continue reading →

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