Kindness and Compassion

Where it surfaces

• I Hear of the Great Naturalist

  Tommy's rescue of the injured squirrel and his determination to find help for it demonstrate compassion for animals.

• The Doctor's Home

  Doctor Dolittle's immediate kindness to Tommy, a stranger, contrasts sharply with the Colonel's rudeness.

• The Wiff-Waff

  The Doctor's immediate willingness to help Tommy's injured squirrel demonstrates his compassionate nature.

• The Wounded Squirrel

  Doctor Dolittle shows deep care for the injured squirrel, treating its leg and arranging for news of its family to keep it cheerful.

• Are You a Good Noticer?

  The Doctor's willingness to help any animal at any time, even at the cost of his own rest, is highlighted by Polynesia.

• The Garden of Dreams

  The garden is a sanctuary where animals live without fear, cared for by the Doctor.

• The Private Zoo

  The Doctor's care for the animals' happiness and his refusal to keep big cats in captivity reflect deep compassion for their natural needs.

• IV: Bob

  Doctor Dolittle shows compassion by visiting Luke in prison and trying to cheer him up despite the grim circumstances.

• V: Mendoza

  Doctor Dolittle and Mr. Jenkyns work to defend Luke the Hermit, who appears downtrodden and unfairly accused.

• The Purple Bird-of-Paradise

  The Doctor defends Miranda from Cheapside's insults and shows care for her exhaustion.

• Our Troubles Begin

  The Doctor shows compassion by lending money and writing a letter for Luke and his wife, despite the inconvenience of stowaways.

• The Doctor's Wager

  The Doctor's vehement opposition to bullfighting highlights his compassion for animals and his refusal to condone cruelty.

• VIII: The Great Bullfight

  The Doctor's challenge aims to stop bullfighting, showing compassion for the bulls who are grateful for the chance to end the cruel sport.

• The Men of the Moving Land

  The Indians show immense gratitude and hospitality to the rescuers, carrying the Doctor into the village and providing a new house and feast.

• Fire

  The Doctor's immediate concern for the chilled baby and his efforts to warm the entire village demonstrate his compassionate nature.

• General Polynesia

  After the battle, the Doctor immediately tends to the wounded, showing his compassionate nature even amid conflict.

• VII: The Peace of the Parrots

  Despite his anger, the Doctor imposes a merciful peace focused on mutual aid rather than punishment, surprising the Bag-jagderags.

• IV: The Sea-Serpent

  The Doctor expresses concern for the injured snail and wishes to cure its tail, showing compassion for the creature.