D. E. Larsen, DVM We worked to stay concealed in the sparse cover as the 4 elk cows came down to the flat in front of us. We could see the bull hanging back, very cautious, and unsure if the apples were worth the risk. He is a large bull, a 5 point, with beautifulContinue reading “The Elk Hunt”
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Ralph
D. E. Larsen, DVM I arrived in Enumclaw, Washington, in early February for a two-week externship. I was close to completing my final year of veterinary school at Colorado State University. It was nice to be back in the Pacific Northwest, with its mild winter temperatures. Since we would be moving to Enumclaw when IContinue reading “Ralph”
Charlie and Betty, All Bad News
D. E. Larsen, DVM It was not long after this fishing expedition that we got the sad news. Lee called me at the clinic one afternoon. “I have some bad news,” Lee said, his voice almost breaking. “Charlie has prostate cancer. It is very advanced and has already metastasized. I am afraid he doesn’t haveContinue reading “Charlie and Betty, All Bad News”
Memoirs of a Country Vet 