Based on 'A Triumph of Surgery', state how Mrs. Pumphrey did more harm than good to Tricki.
Answer:
Introduction –
Mrs Pumphrey needed to be a more responsible pet parent so that Tricki could have been a healthier pet.
Mrs Pumphrey
• Overindulgent / foolish / anxious / weak hearted / loving / tender / warm / caring / simple.
• Overindulgence could have proven fatal for Tricki / Mr Herriot's intervention saved Tricki's life.
Conclusion -
Even though her intentions were good and she meant no harm, unknowingly she caused great harm to her beloved pet, Tricki. If she didn't indulge and spoil Tricki he would have been better off.