What steered you away from human medecine, into animal medicine?
HTB: It was kind of a gradual process. Over the course of my military service, I figured out that I don’t have the personality or patience to work with patients for long hours like that. It bothers me that they’ll go see the doctor for the stupidest of things. I though I probably shouldn’t waste $200,000 on a career that would make me miserable. But I’ve always loved animals. I have a huge soft spot for them. I’ll probably be one of those crazy cat ladies in 50 years. I’ve always had a deep desire to work with animals, but it seemed like one of those childhood dreams that you’re supposed to grow out of. But then I figured, “Why not?” JI: Where did the s/n come from? As a percentage, how many people assume you are a guy, after reading it? HTB: When I was little, I walked out the back door of my house and stepped on a baby fruit bat. I felt horrible about it (like I said, animal lover) so I picked him up and named him Harold. My parents were awesome about it. We had him for about two wee
