Ep 9. Lord of the Wings

In the season 3 episode 9 of Heartland Docs, DVM titled "Lord of the Wings," viewers get to witness the tough yet rewarding work of Dr. Ben and Dr. Erin, who take on a range of animal patients in their practice.

The episode begins with the Heartland Docs team receiving an emergency call from a farm where one of the hens has a beak injury. The owners are concerned that their prized hen might not be able to eat, and hence, might die. Dr. Ben and Dr. Erin waste no time in rushing to the farm to assess the situation and offer the necessary treatment. They quickly determine that the hen's beak is indeed broken, and it would need to be repaired to ensure it can eat properly.

The scene shifts to a quaint and serene ranch where the Heartland Docs duo meet with a unique patient - a bald eagle. The bald eagle has been rescued and brought to the ranch by a team of local bird experts. Upon assessment, it's apparent that the eagle has an injured wing, plus, a few other issues, including dehydration, malnutrition, and an injured eye. Dr. Ben and Dr. Erin team up with the bird experts to treat the bird's wounds and bring its health back to a normal state.

The next patient the team sees is a llama named Elvis. The owners have reached out to the Heartland Docs for a second opinion after their local vet diagnosed Elvis with incurable arthritis. The team's assessment shows that Elvis's situation isn't as dire as the previous diagnosis suggested, although he does need a thorough examination and treatment plan for his condition. Dr. Erin suggests a range of therapies, including anti-inflammatory medication and acupuncture, to help alleviate the pain caused by Elvis's arthritis.

Finally, the episode follows Dr. Ben as he heads over to a nearby farm where a calf has been born with a deformed tail. Although not an urgent situation, the calf's condition could lead to complications in the future, and hence, Dr. Ben is called to correct the problem. The calf receives an anesthetic, and the surgical procedure is performed flawlessly.

Overall, the Heartland Docs team in "Lord of the Wings" is called upon to treat and care for several animal patients, including a bald eagle, a hen, a llama, and a calf. The range of injuries and conditions they address highlights the expertise and compassion that Dr. Ben and Dr. Erin bring to their practice. From performing surgical procedures on farm animals to administering specialized treatments for an eagle, this episode is yet another poignant reminder of the importance of responsible animal care, compassion, and expertise.