 Today, the IZVG is one of the largest and best-known independent zoological veterinary practices in the world.In March 2008, Taylor retired from the International Zoo Veterinary Practice, though he still acted as a consultant and continued to be a prolific writer until his death.In the mid-1970s and early 1980s, Taylor wrote a popular series of autobiographical books that charted his life and experiences as a "Zoo Vet".