The Wildlife Docs Season 3 Episode 9 Hip, Hop, Hooray!
- TV-G
- January 16, 2016
In season 3 episode 9 of The Wildlife Docs, titled "Hip, Hop, Hooray!", viewers are taken on a thrilling journey through the lives of some of the animal inhabitants at Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, Florida.
The episode begins with a trip to the animal hospital where viewers meet Olivia, a female bongo who is experiencing difficulty with her back legs. The doctors and caretakers at Busch Gardens suspect that Olivia may have a spinal injury and they work together to create a sling to support her while she walks. The team also utilizes their state-of-the-art equipment to perform a CT scan and determine the extent of her injury.
Next, viewers meet Kasi, a cheetah at the park who is undergoing some unique training. Kasi is being taught to hop and jump over obstacles to help him build strength and agility. The goal is to prepare him for his upcoming move to a new exhibit at the park where he will have more space to run and play.
The episode then shifts focus to a special celebration happening at the park - the return of their beloved hippopotamus family. After being separated for some time, the mother and daughter hippopotamus duo, named Myron and Little One, are finally reunited. The doctors and caretakers at Busch Gardens share the joy of this heartwarming reunion with viewers as they watch the pair swim together and interact with each other.
Later in the episode, viewers are introduced to a brand new animal resident at the park - a baby kangaroo named Boomer. Boomer is a small joey who was recently brought to Busch Gardens after being rescued in the wild. The team at the park work together to provide Boomer with the care and attention he needs to grow and thrive.
The Wildlife Docs season 3 episode 9 concludes with a heartwarming message from the doctors and caretakers at Busch Gardens - one of hope and inspiration for all those who care about animals and conservation. Viewers are left feeling touched by the passion and dedication of these individuals as they work to care for the amazing creatures that call Busch Gardens home.