A local couple rescues a super-emaciated dog that had been locked up in a chicken coop. Since the dog is too sick to stay in the shelter, Bethany struggles to find a suitable foster family before the approaching holidays. Meanwhile, Nicole and Ed work to get the dog healthy enough for even the most special foster situation. Van, the expert trainer, is brought in to try and socialize Melete, an adult feral dog that has been living with Brian. In spite of their best efforts, is it too late to teach this old dog new tricks and have it become comfortable with other humans?