Ep 8. Porcupine Posse

Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet is an American reality television series that follows Dr. Michelle Oakley, a veterinarian in the Yukon Territory as she travels to various locations to treat animals of all kinds. The show has been on air since 2014 and has become popular among animal lovers and reality TV enthusiasts alike.

In season 8 episode 8 of Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet, titled "Porcupine Posse," Dr. Oakley is called to a remote location to help a young dog who has been attacked by a group of porcupines. The dog's owner, a trapper, is worried that the quills will cause infection or other complications if not taken care of soon.

As usual, Dr. Oakley sets out with her team of skilled assistants and a trusty snowmobile, braving the harsh winter conditions of the Yukon wilderness to reach the trapper's cabin. Upon arrival, she examines the dog and determines that the porcupine quills will need to be removed carefully to avoid further injury to the animal.

The procedure is not easy, as the quills are barbed and difficult to remove without causing more pain and damage. Dr. Oakley uses her expertise and steady hands to carefully extract the quills one by one, all while keeping the dog as comfortable as possible.

Meanwhile, Dr. Oakley's daughter, Sierra, is tasked with helping another trapper who has a wolf cub with a broken leg. The two women work together to immobilize the cub and fashion a makeshift splint to keep the leg stable. Sierra is able to use her knowledge of animal behavior to keep the cub calm throughout the procedure, allowing the team to successfully set the splint.

As the episode progresses, Dr. Oakley and her team encounter a variety of other animals in need of help. They come across a reindeer with a swollen leg, a horse with a mysterious back injury, and even a group of caribou who have been stuck in the snow and need to be excavated.

Through it all, Dr. Oakley remains calm and confident, using her years of experience and love for animals to guide her decisions and actions. The show emphasizes the importance of animal welfare and the need for skilled professionals like Dr. Oakley to help animals in remote parts of the world.

Overall, "Porcupine Posse" is a heartwarming episode of Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet that showcases the dedication and expertise of Dr. Oakley and her team. The diverse range of animals they encounter illustrates the challenges and rewards of being a veterinarian in the Yukon, and leaves viewers with a newfound appreciation for the animals in our world.