From Afrikaner to Zebra – A Vet’s Life

About the Book

“You are so lucky ! I always wanted to be a vet!“ was a recurring statement at any and every gathering which I ever attended. Yes I was lucky, or maybe I was a bit more determined than most. Thank goodness for a good sense of humour and a positive attitude to life, if a bit cynical. I learnt to accept with a good grace being woken for the third time many nights to see “emergencies”, most of which could easily have waited until daylight. I got over the “God Syndrome” and the inevitable loss of some patients only to have the immense satisfaction of pulling through some very diffi cult cases.

About the Author

Charles Kingsley was born in Johannesburg and after graduating moved to KwaZulu Natal where he was instrumental in the establishment of 5 private practices in different areas which now support some 15 vets. He has practiced in the various veterinary disciplines of small animals, was a pioneer in dairy and beef herd management, spent many years running a thoroughbred stud farm and in a mixed practice. His wide experience has brought him into contact with a great many people, animals and situations, some of the more amusing incidents are documented in this book for your enjoyment.