Ep 8. Chicken: Impossible
- June 4, 2022
- 44 min
In Heartland Docs, DVM season 4 episode 8 titled "Chicken: Impossible," the doctors work to help a flock of chickens who have been having trouble producing eggs. Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder are called in to examine the group of chickens and diagnose the issue. The owners are particularly concerned because their farm's income depends heavily on the hen's egg production.
After performing a thorough examination of the chickens, the doctors discover that the chickens are being bullied by a larger and more aggressive hen. This has caused a great deal of stress for the group, leading to a decrease in egg production. The doctors quickly realize that they must separate the affected chickens from the rest of the flock in order to stop the bullying behavior.
To make matters more complicated, the hen responsible for the bullying appears to be experiencing some medical issues as well. The doctors must balance treating the aggressive hen with addressing the underproducing hens. As they work through the situation, the doctors are on a race against time to help the farmers and save the business from struggling due to low egg production.
In addition to the chicken issue, the episode also focuses on a family of cows experiencing infertility. The doctors are called in to help investigate the problem and determine what is causing the cows to not reproduce. They spend time examining the cows and their environment and work to pinpoint the cause of the infertility. This a stressful issue for the owners, as it affects their livelihood.
Throughout the episode, the doctors are shown working in their clinic and traveling to the farms to assist their patients. They demonstrate compassion and dedication as they work to diagnose and treat numerous animals. It is clear that the doctors truly care about the animals in their care and always go above and beyond to ensure their patients receive the best possible care.
Overall, this episode of Heartland Docs, DVM is packed with veterinary adventures and heartwarming moments. The doctors' unwavering dedication to their patients is sure to leave viewers feeling inspired and uplifted.
