One of Washington Post ’s 5 “Feel-Good Books” of Summer 2024 New York City’s premier “house call veterinarian” takes you into the exclusive penthouses and four-star hotel rooms of the wealthiest New Yorkers and shows that, when it comes to their pets, they are just as neurotic as any of us. When a pet is sick, people—even the rich and famous—are at their most authentic and vulnerable. They could have a Monet on the wall and an Oscar on the shelf, but if their cat gets a cold, all they want to talk about are snotty noses and sneezing fits. That’s when they call premier in-home veterinarian Dr. Amy Attas. In Pets and the City , Dr. Amy shares all the funny, heartbreaking, and life-affirming experiences she’s faced throughout her thirty-year career treating the cats and dogs of New Yorkers from Park Avenue to the projects. Some of her stories are about celebs, like the time she saw a famous singer naked (no, her rash was not the same as her puppy’s). Others are about remarkable animals, like the skilled service dog who, after his exam was finished, left the room and returned with a checkbook in his mouth. Every tale in this rollicking, informative, and fun memoir affirms a key truth about animal, and human, nature: Our pets love us because their hearts are pure; we love them because they’re freaking adorable. On some level, we know that by caring for them, we are the best version of ourselves. In short: Our pets make us better people. “Celebrity pets—they’re just like ours! . . . [But] the real stars of the book are the animals; their stories celebrate the powerful connections between people and their pets.” — Washington Post "We enjoyed every word. Like Dad’s books, Pets and the City is as much about people as it is about animals. It is truly fascinating — so very different from country veterinary practice in Yorkshire! Her love of animals comes through loud and clear, as does her instinctive understanding of the relationship between the owners and their pets, and the good it does for both parties....Just as our father, the real James Herriot, was, Dr. Attas is a dedicated and caring veterinarian with the welfare of both patient and customer her priority. The book is a worthy tribute to her profession, and we wish it well.” —James Wight M.R.C.V.S. and Dr. Rosie Page, son and daughter of James Herriot, author of All Creatures Great and Small   “Brimming with great stories and heart in equal measure, Pets and the City is prime reading for anyone who has ever spent time in the company of animals. Attas gives us an eye-opening account of what it's like to be NYC's premier house-call vet, sharing touching and outrageous stories of clients both human and animal. She's been witness to the strangest and most extravagant animal-human relationships the city has to offer, and we get to go along with her (without having to administer intravenous fluids).” —Alexandra Horowitz, New York Times bestselling author of Inside of a Dog “A juicy and compassionate memoir…Woven among her stories are tips and advice for animal lovers.” — Associated Press “Attas dishes on what she’s learned about the lives of New York’s wealthy and well-known by visiting their homes to care for their four-legged family members.” — New York Post “Heartfelt and hilarious…Each real-life story is a tribute to the animals she’s cared for over her 30-year career…Guaranteed to charm!” — Woman’s World “Dr. Amy Attas offers up a veterinarian’s memoir with Pets and the City . But instead of James Herriott, the Yorkshire countryside and lots of cows and sheep, Attas offers celebrities, the concrete jungle of New York City and lots of dogs and cats.” — Parade “Funny, heartwarming stories of New York City's cats and dogs.” — Psychology Today “A fascinating glimpse into the lives of New York City's residents and their pets, filled with humor, compassion, and just a hint of city snark. Travelling with Dr. Attas is a treat for animal lovers everywhere!” —Dr. Karen Fine, New York Times bestselling author of The Other Family Doctor “Having heard some of Dr. Amy's adventures over the years as a house call veterinarian to the rich and famous, I looked forward to seeing her book. It was an experience I thoroughly enjoyed. This book is a must read for animal lovers everywhere, filled with the trials and tribulations as well as the joys and rewards of helping the beloved beings who share our homes.” —Jana de Peyer, cofounder of Best Friends Animal Society “For a New York kind of guy, this is a great New York kind of book!  Dr. Amy made house calls, hotel calls and even back-stage calls to care for my beloved pugs. And even after I moved to the Island, my ‘girls’ went to the City by limousine or helicopter so Dr. Amy could continue their care. Enjoy the book!” —Billy Joel   “[A] charming debut memoir…This bubbly tell-all has fascinating depths.” — Publishers Weekly (starred) “Attas has a sharp eye and an amus