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A triumph of Surgery Summary
Author: James Alfred Wight, known as James Herriot
Theme: The theme revolves around the consequences of indulgence and the importance of responsible pet ownership.
Character Introduction:
- Mrs. Pumphrey – A wealthy and emotional woman who dotes on her dog,
- Tricki. Tricki – Mrs. Pumphrey’s overweight and lethargic dog, a result of overfeeding and indulgence.
- Doctor Herriot – The veterinary surgeon who takes on Tricki’s case.
Plot:
- Mrs. Pumphrey, a wealthy lady, overfeeds her beloved dog, Tricki, leading to obesity and lethargy.
- Doctor Herriot is shocked by Tricki’s condition and recommends dietary changes, but Mrs. Pumphrey struggles to adhere to them.
- Tricki falls ill, prompting Doctor Herriot to intervene and take Tricki to his hospital for treatment.
- In the hospital, Tricki undergoes a transformation, losing weight and becoming more active due to a natural lifestyle and competition for food with other dogs.
- Mrs. Pumphrey, grateful for Tricki’s recovery, showers Doctor Herriot with thanks and believes it to be a triumph of surgery.
- The story highlights the importance of not indulging pets excessively and the necessity of responsible pet ownership.