Nicole and Ed work to rehabilitate two emaciated puppies that were taken in from a local animal control facility, but will the condition of their health prevent their adoption? While Jason and Brian search for a group of feral puppies, an unforeseen issue arises.

An approaching thunderstorm and inexperienced volunteers are just two of the challenges facing Jason and his team as they race to build a dog pen for a local resident. _Sad news from Kristin stuns Jason

In an effort to raise awareness about animal welfare, Caroline pushes past her shyness and goes on the TV and radio, but her appearances don't run as smoothly as she planned. Doctor McKim resorts to acupuncture to save a kitten that was hit by a car, but will this alternative medical treatment prove affective?