Ep 12. Belly of the Beast

Belly of the Beast is the twelfth episode of the second season of the show Vets Saving Pets. In this episode, viewers will follow Dr. Terence Ferguson, Dr. Sharon French, and the rest of the team at the Animal Medical Center of Michigan as they work to save the life of a beloved family pet.

The episode opens with the introduction of the patient, a nine-year-old Rottweiler named Max. Max's owners, a married couple with two young children, explain that Max has not been acting like himself lately. He has been lethargic and not eating much, and they have noticed that his belly appears swollen. They bring him to the clinic in hopes that the doctors can figure out what is wrong and help him feel better.

Dr. Ferguson and Dr. French examine Max and immediately notice that his belly is indeed very distended. They suspect that he may have a large mass or blockage of some kind in his abdomen, but they cannot be sure without taking x-rays.

The x-rays confirm their suspicions - Max has a large amount of fluid built up in his abdomen. The doctors explain to Max's owners that they will need to perform surgery to figure out what is causing the fluid buildup and to remove any masses or blockages they may find.

Max's owners are understandably worried and anxious about the surgery, but the doctors do their best to reassure them and explain the procedure in detail. They also take the time to answer any questions the family may have and to provide emotional support.

The surgery is a success, but the doctors find something unexpected - Max's spleen is enlarged and has ruptured. This is a very serious condition, as a ruptured spleen can lead to internal bleeding and other complications. The doctors work quickly to remove the spleen and stop the bleeding.

After the surgery, Max is closely monitored and cared for by the veterinary team. He is given medication for pain and his progress is carefully tracked to ensure that he is healing properly.

Throughout the episode, viewers will also get to see some of the other cases that the clinic is working on. These include a dog with a broken leg and a cat with a respiratory infection. The clinic is always very busy, but the doctors and staff work tirelessly to provide the best possible care to each and every patient.

Belly of the Beast is a moving and heartwarming episode that showcases the dedication and skill of the veterinary professionals at the Animal Medical Center of Michigan. It is a reminder of the important work that they do each day to save the lives of our beloved pets.