Ep 7. Episode 7
- August 1, 2017
- 45 min
The Dog Rescuers is a reality TV show that follows the work of the animal welfare officers of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) in England. Season 5 episode 7, titled Episode 7, the crew continues their mission to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home dogs in need.
The episode starts with Inspector Anthony Joynes responding to a call about a dog abandoned in a flat. Arriving at the property, Anthony finds a puppy in a very bad state, scared, and hungry. After taking him to the vet, Anthony discovers that the puppy's tail has been docked illegally, which is a painful and illegal practice in the U.K. Unfazed by the situation, Anthony takes the pup to one of the RSPCA shelters, where he will receive the right medical care and be looked after until he finds a forever home.
Meanwhile, Inspector Kate Burris answers a call about a dog in need of rescue. The dog is located in a backyard, where he's been kept chained up and living in his own filth. Kate arrives to find the dog in a terrible state, with matted fur and a severe ear infection. Kate takes him to the shelter, where he's given a much-needed bath and vital medical attention.
Later on, the team receives a call about a lost dog that was seen running on a busy motorway. Animal Collection Officer Jessica Holmes quickly rushes to the location to find the dog injured, disorientated, and scared. She swiftly manages to catch the dog and brings him to the vet for a check-up.
As the episode progresses, viewers get to see more stories of abandoned dogs, dogs with medical conditions, and dogs that have been subjected to cruelty. However, the dedicated team of RSPCA workers never give up on giving them the help they need. We see some creative and heartwarming rescue efforts, such as using a drone and heat-sensing camera to locate a lost dog in a vast woodland area, and the RSPCA's innovative approach to rehabilitation and rehoming.
Towards the end of the episode, we get to see the happy endings as dogs are rehomed to loving families who are willing to give them the life they deserve. We see the joy and gratitude on the faces of the new dog owners, which is always a touching moment. We also get to see some of the RSPCA staff who work behind the scenes and instrumental in making the magic happen.
The Dog Rescuers season 5 episode 7 is another heartwarming and inspiring episode of a reality TV show that showcases the RSPCA's tireless work in saving dogs in need. It's a must-watch for animal lovers and anyone who enjoys feel-good TV.