Ep 19. Feliz Navidog

The Incredible Dr. Pol is back with its seventeenth season, featuring the heartwarming and adventurous story of Dr. Jan Pol - a Dutch-American veterinarian who has been serving the rural population of Michigan for over four decades. In this episode, titled "Feliz Navidog", Dr. Pol and his team are ready to celebrate their Christmas with a special gift - a visit from their dear friends, the Sorianos, from Mexico.

The episode kickstarts with Dr. Pol and his wife Diane preparing for the arrival of their guests, enduring the cold and snowy weather of Michigan. They are looking forward to showcasing their farm and animals to the Sorianos and exchange cultural experiences with them. Dr. Pol also hints at his plan for the day, which is delivering two puppies to their new owners - a task that he is always excited about.

As soon as the Sorianos arrive, they are overwhelmed by the warmth and hospitality of the Pol family. Dr. Pol takes them on a tour of his clinic and introduces them to some of his colleagues and furry patients. The Sorianos are fascinated by the state-of-art technology used in the clinic, which is in stark contrast to the veterinary practices in Mexico. Dr. Pol also explains to them how he and his team provide personalized care to each animal, regardless of its size or breed.

Later on, the group heads towards the Pol farm, where they get to see a few of Dr. Pol's exotic animals up close - including a flock of turkeys, alpacas, and pigs. Dr. Pol also shows off his skills by wrangling a couple of reindeers and letting the Sorianos feed them. The group then settles down for a Christmas feast, indulging in traditional Mexican and American delicacies prepared by both families.

However, as the day progresses, Dr. Pol receives a call that disrupts the holiday spirit - a local farmer's cow appears to be in distress and is having trouble giving birth. Dr. Pol wastes no time and immediately heads to the farm, accompanied by his colleague, Dr. Brenda. The duo examines the cow and discovers that the fetus is stuck in the birth canal. Both doctors try various techniques to extract the calf, but it refuses to budge.

Meanwhile, as Dr. Pol is busy with the cow, his technicians, Charles and Edgar, take up the responsibility of delivering the puppies to their new owners. The puppy buyers are thrilled with the little bundles of joy and thank Dr. Pol and his team for their exceptional service.

Back on the farm, Dr. Pol and Dr. Brenda are still struggling to help the cow. As a last resort, Dr. Pol decides to perform a C-section to save the calf. The risky surgery requires his team to go an extra mile, but with Dr. Pol's guidance, they manage to deliver a healthy calf. The farmer is elated with the outcome, and Dr. Pol seems content that he was able to make a difference in the animal's life.

The episode ends with Dr. Pol reflecting on the day's events and how his passion for veterinary medicine continues to drive him even after so many years. As the Sorianos prepare to leave, Dr. Pol presents them with a few parting gifts, thanking them for enriching his life with their visit.

Overall, "Feliz Navidog" is a heartwarming episode that showcases not only the festive spirit of Christmas but also the dedication and expertise of Dr. Pol and his team. It is an excellent addition to the series and a must-watch for any animal lover.