Ep 17. Crikey! It's Wildlife Will! / Rootin' Tootin' Southwest Sal

In the episode, "Crikey! It's Wildlife Will! / Rootin' Tootin' Southwest Sal," Doc McStuffins encounters two very different animal-themed cases.

In "Crikey! It's Wildlife Will!," Doc and her team come across a small toy koala named Wildlife Will who has lost his grip strength and is no longer able to cling onto surfaces or trees. Doc soon discovers that Wildlife Will has a damaged wrist and requires a wrist splint to help him recover. With a little help from her friends and some TLC, Wildlife Will is soon on the road to recovery. Along the way, Doc and her pals learn all about koalas and their unique adaptations, such as their strong jaws and sticky fur.

The second half of the episode, "Rootin' Tootin' Southwest Sal," sees Doc and her team take on a case involving a toy cowboy named Southwest Sal who has developed a mysterious rash all over her body. Determined to get to the root of the problem, Doc and her friends travel to the toy desert to investigate. With the help of a friendly toy lizard, they soon discover that Southwest Sal has come into contact with a type of cactus that has caused an allergic reaction. Doc provides Sal with some cream to soothe her rash and advises her to stay away from the prickly plants in the future.

Throughout the episode, Doc and her friends demonstrate the importance of staying informed and taking care of oneself, both physically and emotionally. They also emphasize the importance of learning about different animals and taking steps to protect them and their habitats. With its educational themes and fun, engaging storytelling, "Crikey! It's Wildlife Will! / Rootin' Tootin' Southwest Sal" is a must-watch for young viewers and their families.