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The TV Vet: Sheep Book


























The TV Vet Sheep Book: Recognition and Treatment of Common Sheep Ailments


By The TV Vet


Farming Press Ltd., 1976


"Mommy, how do I help the sheep give birth?"



This makes you wonder if this is what passes for public access television in rural areas.


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This publisher seems to have printed a whole series devoted to the world of animal husbandry broadcasting.


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Imagine! A whole episode devoted to a veterinary's adventures in assisted birthing of lambs. Such exacting realism, with photos too! I haven't had this much fun since I last reread James Herriot's books.


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This makes sense, gotta shave the ewe's butt to help things come out easier!


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I am just sure glad I am not a sheep, this looks uncomfortable!


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Was James Herriot born too late? He could have been a television star! Every day up to your elbows in...ugh, ewe. But just think of the rustic joys of life on a rural farm!


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Must be really tough being a sheep: standing out in a rain storm, your fleece soaking wet, a prime candidate for being struck by lightening. But hey, with proper veterinary care you can survive even this devastating event!


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