"James Herriot set high standards for veterinarians sharing their personal journeys, but this memoir by veterinarian Mader holds its own. . . . Verdict: An engrossing read for animal lovers." --Library Journal
"Dogs, cats, emus, skunks, snakes, foxes, and monkeys: All are welcome at Noah's Ark Veterinary Hospital in inner city LA, where the book recounts the daily travails of Dr. Mader and staff during a single year. . . . Required reading." --New York Post
"James Herriot set high standards with his incredible storytelling prowess a half century ago. For the first time in over 50 years, American veterinarian Dr. Doug Mader has matched the task. . . . Prepare to shed a tear or two, but most of all, be ready to celebrate the magic of the human-animal bond." --Key West Citizen
"Doug is so fearless and dedicated. He's also a damn good storyteller, as readers of this memoir will find out."
--Carl Hiaasen, New York Times best-selling author of Bad Monkey, Skinny Dip, and Squeeze Me
"Prepare to be moved and to even shed a tear or two as you meet an unforgettable parade of characters: mice, tortoises, parrots, snakes, emus, and the odd ferret. Through it all, Dr. Mader's love for and devotion to his patients, and his quirky staff who become family, provide hilarity and heartbreak--and proof of the unbreakable human-animal bond."
--Melissa Jo Peltier, executive producer of Dog Whisperer and New York Times best-selling coauthor of Cesar's Way, How to Raise the Perfect Dog, and Be The Pack Leader
"Dr. Mader does a fantastic job representing the life of a passionate and devoted veterinarian. You will laugh, cry, and be captivated as he navigates uncertainty and risk with courage and dedication."
--Dr. Linda Bender, author of Animal Wisdom: Learning from the Spiritual Lives of Animals
"Of course veterinarians love animals, but the best veterinarians love people as well. Doug Mader's understanding and love of all life comes across in this solid read."
--Dr. Kevin T. Fitzgerald, veterinarian on Animal Planet's Emergency Vets and E-Vet Interns
"Dr. Mader's storytelling is as amazing as the patients he treats. The Vet at Noah's Ark is not only a great story, but also lets the reader walk in his shoes as he struggles with the daily challenges of operating a busy animal hospital, all while navigating the dangers of living and working in the inner city."
--Dr. Sally Haddock, author of The Making of a Woman Vet
"If your soul is tired or you're burned out from doom and gloom books and just want to read a modern day James Herriot sequel, this book is for you." --Dr. Karen Becker, New York Times best-selling author of The Forever Dog
"If you like animals, animal stories, real life drama, you are going to love this. Lots of great stories about snakes, lizards, turtles, gators, frogs, and much more!" --Christopher Gillette ("GatorChris"), Wildlife Biologist and Conservationist
