Dr. Chris Pet Vet Season 5 Episode 2 Hog Dog
- October 7, 2017
Dr. Chris Pet Vet season 5 episode 2, titled "Hog Dog," follows Dr. Chris Brown, a veterinarian who travels around Australia helping animals in need.
In this episode, Dr. Chris is called to a farm in Victoria where a pig hunting dog, named Bear, has injured his leg while out on a hunt. The owner of the dog, Max, explains that Bear is a valuable asset on the farm and without him, wild pigs would cause serious damage to their property. Dr. Chris examines Bear's leg and determines that surgery is necessary to fix the damage.
The surgery proves to be more complicated than anticipated and Bear requires a blood transfusion. Dr. Chris calls on a nearby animal hospital to secure a blood donor and works through the night to ensure Bear stays stable during the procedure. Despite complications, the surgery is successful and Dr. Chris delivers Bear back to Max fully healed.
In addition to Bear's case, Dr. Chris tends to a range of other animals throughout the episode, including a baby lamb who is struggling to feed, a sickly cow, and a family's beloved pet dog with back pain. With each case, Dr. Chris demonstrates his expertise and compassion for all animals, big and small.
"Hog Dog" touches on the important role that working animals play in farming communities and how important it is to care for them when they are injured. It also showcases the range of skills and medical expertise needed to care for a variety of animals, heightening the public's knowledge and understanding of veterinary medicine.
Throughout the series, Dr. Chris Pet Vet educates viewers on animal health and well-being while showcasing heartwarming stories of animals being treated and recovered. In each episode, Dr. Chris demonstrates his passion for his work and genuine love for all animals, making him a beloved figure in the veterinary world.