Gal ChivvisDr. Gal Chivvis is an internship-trained emergency veterinarian with nearly 15 years of clinical experience. She is committed to helping families better understand their pets' health and feel more prepared when medical concerns arise. She believes stongly in teamwork in pet care, emphasizing collaboration between veterinary professionals and pet owners.In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Chivvis is an author and indie publisher dedicated to making veterinary knowledge accessible beyond the exam room. She is the author of The Dog Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies and The Cat Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies, practical resources designed to help owners recognize urgent concerns, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with their veterinary team.Her work also extends to children's literature through the Critter Care Crew series, including What's Wrong with Tom? and the forthcoming What Did Libby Do?. These stories blend imagination, empathy, and social-emotional learning with age-appropriate insights into health and the veterinary experience. She has also developed educational coloring books and activity books for children, teens, and adults.Dr. Chivvis is the founder of Critter Care Collective, an educational platform created to make accurate pet care information clear, practical, and approachable for families. Through her writing and educational resources, she bridges veterinary medicine and storytelling to support informed, confident pet care. Read More Read Less