Ep 6. Cat-astrophe
- April 30, 2022
- 44 min
When the small town of Bonaire, Georgia is hit with a feline epidemic, Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson of Critter Fixers: Country Vets are called in to save the day. In season 3 episode 6 titled "Cat-astrophe," viewers are taken on a journey through the animal hospital as the team works tirelessly to treat and save these beloved pets.
As the episode opens, the Critter Fixers team is inundated with calls from concerned pet owners as cats throughout the town of Bonaire are falling ill. The first scene shows the animal hospital filled with cats of all shapes, sizes, and breeds, as Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson do everything in their power to diagnose and treat each case.
Throughout the episode, viewers are given an inside look at the various methods the doctors use to treat their feline patients. From administering fluids and medications to running diagnostic tests and performing surgeries, the team works round-the-clock to ensure that each and every cat gets the care they need.
One notable case in the episode involves a senior cat with a severe case of dehydration and a high fever. The doctors work quickly to try to stabilize the cat, but as her condition worsens, they realize that they need to perform emergency surgery to save her life. Viewers are taken into the operating room as the doctors work to remove an obstruction in the cat's digestive system that was causing her illness.
Another case in the episode involves a kitten with a broken leg. Dr. Ferguson takes on the task of setting the kitten's leg and applying a cast, while also providing pain management and antibiotics to prevent infection. The episode shows the kitten over a period of days as it heals and recovers from its injury, with Dr. Ferguson checking in regularly to monitor progress and ensure that the kitten is not experiencing any additional complications.
Throughout the episode, viewers are also shown how the Critter Fixers team communicates with pet owners to keep them updated on their pets' conditions and progress. From phone calls and texts to in-person meetings, the team does everything they can to keep pet owners informed and at ease during a stressful and uncertain time.
All in all, "Cat-astrophe" is an emotional and heartwarming episode of Critter Fixers: Country Vets that showcases the dedication and love that Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson have for their furry patients. From the youngest kittens to the oldest cats, each patient is treated with compassion, respect, and expert medical care. Fans of the show will no doubt be inspired by the incredible work that the Critter Fixers team does each and every day.