In August 2020 his autobiography, “The Secret Life of A Vet”,[1] was released, in which he shines a light on mental health in the veterinary profession.

Rory Alexander Cowlam was born in Ascot, but moved to the Cotswolds aged four, with his parents and younger sister.

He then moved to a practice in South London, where he currently works as one of the leading surgeons, specialising in soft tissue operations.

In 2017 Cowlam landed a leading role in the CBBC documentary series, The Pets Factor, which follows the work of him and four other vets.

Since then he has featured on several television shows and documentaries providing veterinary advice and insights, including Lorraine, Sky News and on Channel 5, as well as on various radio programs.