*HOLIDAY SPECIAL* Nine Lives, Nine Lessons – A Veterinarian’s Story of Rescue, Compassion, and Cats
A story of compassion, connection, and the lessons only rescued cats can teach.
In Nine Lives, Nine Lessons, veterinarian Dr. Joey Goldthorpe, DVM, shares the true stories of nine extraordinary rescued cats — each with special needs, unique personalities, and powerful lessons to offer.
What began as a mission to give these cats their best possible lives became a journey of self-discovery, empathy, and growth. Through caring for them, Dr. Goldthorpe found herself becoming a better veterinarian, a more patient teacher, and a more grounded human being.
Blending heartfelt storytelling with fascinating feline facts, she also sheds light on the nearly 70 million community (stray and feral) cats living in the U.S., while offering readers an authentic inside look at the veterinary profession.
Warm, inspiring, and deeply personal, Nine Lives, Nine Lessons is a must-read for anyone who believes in the transformative power of animals — and the humans who love them.
Key Highlights:
- True stories of nine rescued and special-needs cats
- Insightful reflections from a practicing veterinarian
- Educational look at feline behavior, care, and rescue
- Awareness of community cat challenges in the U.S.
- An inspiring read for animal lovers, vet students, and rescue advocates
