Be the Vet (Test Your Veterinary Knowledge Book 1 AND Book 2 with 4 New Stories)

Does your child dream of becoming a veterinarian?

Let them step into the role and solve real-to-life animal cases in this interactive, hands-on veterinary adventure.

Be the Vet: Volume 1 & 2 Collection includes all the stories from Books 1 and 2—plus 4 brand-new, never-before-seen cases—for a total of 18 exciting veterinary mysteries.

A dog won’t eat.
A cat keeps throwing up.
An itchy pet can’t stop scratching…

What’s wrong?

That’s for your child to figure out.

In every story, readers become the veterinarian:

• Examine symptoms
• Gather clues
• Make a diagnosis
• Create a treatment plan

Then, they compare their answers with Dr. Ed Blesy, a veterinarian with over 20 years of real-world experience, and discover how a professional approaches each case.

It’s more than a book—it’s a real vet experience.

Kids won’t just read… they’ll think critically, solve problems, and learn how veterinarians care for animals in real life.

Inside, readers will tackle cases involving:

• Poisoning (including chocolate toxicity!)
• Fleas, ticks, and parasites
• Skin conditions and infections
• Digestive issues and more

Each story is packed with real veterinary knowledge, fascinating medical facts, and engaging mysteries that keep kids turning the page.

Perfect for:

• Animal lovers ages 9–13
• Kids who want to become veterinarians
• Curious, problem-solving readers
• Homeschool enrichment and classroom learning

Makes a great gift for birthdays, holidays, and any child who loves animals.
(Screen-free, educational, and fun!)

Written by children’s author and former teacher/librarian Marcy Blesy and veterinarian Dr. Ed Blesy, this beloved series brings real veterinary science to life in a way kids can understand—and enjoy.

By the final case, your child won’t just be reading…
they’ll be thinking like a real veterinarian.

Parents and educators looking for veterinarian books for kids, animal science activities, or STEM books for ages 9–13 will find this interactive collection a fun and meaningful way to explore animal careers. Whether your child is curious about how to become a veterinarian, loves animals, or enjoys solving mysteries, this book offers an engaging introduction to veterinary medicine through hands-on learning and real-world problem solving.

Marcy Blesy is the author of over twenty children and young adult books including the popular series, EVIE AND THE VOLUNTEERS, NILES AND BRADFORD, THIRD GRADE OUTSIDER, HAZEL, THE CLINIC CAT, and BE THE VET. Her picture book, Am I Like My Daddy?, helps children who experienced the loss of a parent when they were much younger. She has also been published in two Chicken Soup for the Soul books as well as various newspapers and magazines. By day she teaches creative writing virtually to amazing students around the world.
 

Marcy is a believer in love and enjoys nothing more than making her readers feel a book more than simply reading it. She likes to connect with her readers via email (mablesy(at)yahoo.com) or her blog(