Ep 3. Lamb Identity Crisis
- TV-PG
- October 18, 2018
- 41 min
In season 5 episode 3 of Bondi Vet titled "Lamb Identity Crisis," the team at Bondi Junction Veterinary Hospital deals with a variety of unique cases. The episode starts with Dr. Chris Brown and Dr. Lisa Chimes visiting a farm where they assist with the birth of a lamb that was delivered by caesarean section. The lamb, named "Lucy," is facing an identity crisis as she believes she is a dog after being raised by two German Shepherds. Dr. Chris and Dr. Lisa must find a way to help Lucy understand that she is a lamb and help her adapt back into her natural environment.
Later, Dr. Chris returns to Bondi Junction Veterinary Hospital where he treats two puppies that have been brought in due to bloating. One of the puppies is suffering from gastric dilation volvulus, a potentially life-threatening condition where the stomach twists, and the other is experiencing an allergic reaction. Dr. Chris and his team work quickly to stabilize the puppies and identify the cause of their conditions.
Meanwhile, Dr. Lisa is called to treat a bearded dragon with a severe case of mites. She carefully removes the mites before determining that the dragon also has an infection. Dr. Lisa prescribes medication to help the dragon recover and advises the owner on how to avoid future infestations.
In another case, Dr. Chris is called to treat a kelpie that has been hit by a car. The kelpie, named "Ziggy," has a broken femur and requires surgery. Dr. Chris performs the surgery and Ziggy makes a full recovery.
Later in the episode, Dr. Lisa and Dr. Chris meet Tom, the owner of Toffee, a miniature horse that has a swelling on his leg. After conducting a thorough examination, Dr. Lisa discovers that Toffee has a deep infection that requires immediate treatment. She administers antibiotics and shows Tom how to care for Toffee's wound.
The episode concludes with Dr. Chris visiting a farm to check on Lucy the lamb and see how she is adapting back into her natural environment. With the help of the German Shepherds that raised her, Lucy has successfully re-integrated with the other lambs and is happily grazing in the fields.
Overall, season 5 episode 3 of Bondi Vet titled "Lamb Identity Crisis" showcases the team's ability to quickly diagnose and treat a variety of animal patients, including a lamb with an identity crisis, two puppies with potentially life-threatening conditions, a bearded dragon with mites, a kelpie hit by a car, and a miniature horse with a deep infection. The episode highlights the importance of veterinary care and the dedication of the staff at Bondi Junction Veterinary Hospital.