NatGeo Wild’s The Incredible Dr. Pol is ending, cancelled after its 24th season, but will have a series finale first.
The show follows veterinarian Jan Pol who works in rural Michigan with a staff and family members, including his wife Diane and son Charles.
The popularity of the show turned Dr. Pol and their cat Tater into celebrities, and made his memoir, Never Turn Your Back on an Angus Cow: My Life as a Country Vet, a New York Times bestseller.
Dr. Pol now even has a pet care product line that just expanded into Europe.
The reality TV show has been broadcast for almost 13 years, and aired 24 seasons, the last of which ended in March.
Earlier this year, NatGeo broadcast a new show: The Incredible Pol Farm, paired with season 24. I asked Dr. Pol if the new show would replace The Incredible Dr. Pol, and he told me:
“No, no, no. I love doing [The Incredible Dr. Pol] the show because what we hear from people is how they learn how to take care of animals. This is so important!”
Alas, Disney wasn’t as convinced at how important the mission remains, I guess. NatGeo will, however, send the show off with one final episode: “The Incredible Dr. Pol: The Grand Finale,” which will be on NatGeo WILD on Saturday, July 6, at 9 p.m. ET.
If you miss it, you can catch it on Disney+ and Hulu on October 1, 2024. Yes, three months later.
Here’s what will happen during the final episode:
In the series finale of The Incredible Dr. Pol, Dr. Pol, Diane, and Charles share the best moments and personal insights of the incredible 24-season series. It’s a fast-paced trip down memory lane full of lifesaving moments and family milestones. From farm calls to film sets, hold on tight as we pack in all the highs and lows, the blood, sweat, and tears that we’ve shared together for all these years.
Six years ago, I talked with Dr. Pol about the show’s production, and he said they filmed eight months out of the year, taking over a heated garage on the property. Cameras only followed about 10 percent of the animals that came into the clinic.
That exposure to all kinds of animals, both for viewers and the people who care for them, is something Dr. Pol hopes can change the world.
His logo says “Animals Make Better Humans,” and during our interview earlier this year, Dr. Pol told me that:
“Animals teach kids a different thing that we cannot do, and this is so important … It gives them responsibility. It gives them a love of animals. And that makes them better people when they grow up.”
I think it’s fair to say that, for almost 14 years and hundreds of episodes, The Incredible Dr. Pol has taught some of its viewers at least something about caring for animals, and the responsibility that comes along with it.
I do not want dr pol show to be cancelled!
@Jean Dillman, no we don’t either. I told my husband “it’s like losing a family member”. Have a great day be safe.
I don’t either! It has been such a bright spot. I believe it would have gone on if Nat Geo had not moved to Disney. Not everyone can afford these “top tier” channels. Yes, it is like losing a family member.
@Julie, very true. Like that Uncle we just can’t wait to see.
@Julie, yes!! Like losing a family member is right!! Maybe one day soon they will bring it back if enough people show their displeasure for it being cancelled. I’m so depressed!!! 😞
@Jean Dillman,
Neither do I. My kids got me for my birthday a few years back a Cameo video with Dr and Mrs Pol giving me birthday greetings. I cherish that video.
@Tina Strack, doubt if Disney cares..
@Tina Strack, I feel the same way. 🤞
I agree. This is my favorite show.
@Jean Dillman, me either. I really feel a part of their incredible family. I’m going to miss everything and everyone.
@Tina Strack, l hope so too. Please bring it back. It’s rare to get a show that is great for everyone.
I will def miss this show, I’ve been watching few years and really do feel like part of this fabulous family! Love ya , Dr. Pol! …..please bring him back 😊🙁
@Julie, exactly.
@Tina Strack, me too! My favorite show! I loved them all 💔💔💔
Loved this show and learned so much from it.
Neither do millions of his viewers, including me and Dave the Cat!!
We don’t want this show to end. I am a BIG animal lover, and I have Alot of animal. I have learned so much. My husband is a Ag school teacher and FFA. OUR youngest daughter showed rabbits, chickens, pigs, and lambs. This is heart breaking. We love everyone at Pol VET and Family’s.
I agree. This is a great show and all the vets were terrific. Please bring this show back. I know he is 80, but his vigor is incredible. Of course if it was his decision I greatly respect that and would certainly understand.
please don’t cancel Dr Pol. Big mistake I know so so many people who love him and the show. Don’t cancel the show.
I truly agree but all things have to come to an end. I learned all from him and the team. Whenever there is a rerun, I’ll watch it. His legacy will continue on in our hearts. 🌷
I love his shows!!!
How can we keep Dr Pol from being cancelled
@Susanne, I have learned so much from Dr Pohl that I use every day with my dog and cat rescue. Can’t believe they canceled.
@Susanne, you can’t
@Susanne, I wish there was a way
I sent emails to Chip and Joanna with Magnolia Network, do the same, the way Chip loves his own farm, hope they consider picking the show up.
Yes, what a great idea!
I have loved this so from the very start! Dr. Pol and his entire family and staff feel like family to me. They will be missed greatly! I can’t imagine not seeing them. I’m hoping that The Pol Farm show will continue. At least we can continue to see the family and maybe Dr Pol and Diane from time to time!❤️
@Pat Larkin, Nothing can ever take the place of Dr Pol and his staff at his clinic. I was never a big fan of the spin off of The Pol Family Farm and was afraid his show might be cancelled. I am hoping Discovery or another channel picks him up. It would definitely be one of their top rated shows.
Yes!
@Goodforall, I hope both shows are picked up. I learned a lot from both. There are no other shows like the Pols. Yes, other vet shows but NOT the same and even they are not on regularly.
@Goodforall, I agree! I like be this show so much and they are like my family
@Goodforall, I hope they will. The Pol Family, Dr Brenda, Dr Nicole, & Dr Lisa have become part of our family
PLEASE do not cancel Dr Pol’s original show. I have learned a lot by watching and know there is much more to learn.
Oh how SAD!!!! We here are going to Miss Everyone Deeply,as tears fall out of my Eyes….AMAZING PHENOMENAL FAMILY…WITH SO MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS TO ALL,A Forever Devoted Pol FAMILY FAN…🥰💔✝️🙏💔
No, no, NO!! Please reconsider the cancellation of Dr Pol! 😥😥💔💔
I’m so sad to hear, Dr Pol was cancelled! My kids love this show and the whole family learns so much. 😢
@Deborah,
Shame on Disney! This is a huge disappointment! I never tire of this show, and you’re right, we’ve learned so much from Dr Pol. 😢
@Louise, I agree!
@Louise, Disney itself is becoming a big disappointment. Even here in Florida. Prices at Disney are skyrocketing for everything. Even the Florida Residents Annual passes went from USD $45.00/mo. to over $60.00/mo. In 2 years time (and that is for a 3rd tier pass with blackout dates). Disney is pricing themselves right out of business. The only people who will be able to afford going to Disney will be the Donald Trumps, the Oprah Winfreys, and the Bill Gates of this world and not the little people of the world, like me who have gone to Disney 4 times a year since 1971 and every park each time I went (I think that estimated is around 8,500 Disney parks I have visited. Now not only me but the other millions of other people out there who are making Disney one of the richest companies out there today.
Ok some may say I’m jealous but I am not I thank GOD every morning and every night for all my blessings, every single one of them no matter how big or small.
This has been my favorite show on cable and I am sure millions of dedicated viewers are out raged over this decision to cancel the show. Dr Pol has recently said hes not ready to retire and his show would be at the very top of any network that wanted to pick it up. This just make absoljutely no sense, but neither has most recent decisions Disney has made as they continue to spiral downward.
@Goodforall, completely agree! We watch this everyday if it’s on. Never get tired of them. This is so sad. I wanted to see Nicole’s baby!!!!!
@Goodforall, I totally agree with you 💯
Dr Pol was a wholesome, informative show. It showed a loving supportive family and community. I really do not care for the multitude of shows that mimic Dr Pol.
I sure hope you do not replace it with another asinine competition or fake redneck show.
Sad to see it go.
@Beverly Dunlap,
Well said and written Beverly
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@Beverly Dunlap, I totally agree I’m like the rest of you I’m going to miss it too I watch it every night I’m on the third time I’m watching reruns that’s not fair to all of us that love him they’re like family I guess you’ll still have their poll services I guess you might have to travel to Michigan to see him
@Debbie stringham, well said
@Beverly Dunlap, totally agree
My wife and never tire of Dr POL we watch it every time we are home.
Please keep showing the reruns.
I cannot say enough about the show…it is one of the few I never wanted to miss and I’m so sad for it to end…is it possible Disney might reconsider…
The only reason I watch that channel…will not be watching Disney either….guess it is so long, farewell..😿
@Charles Hooser,
I’m with you…totally agree
@Vickey, me too… totally agree
I love the Dr. Pol show and I’ve learned a lot. It’s such an educational show and we need more of this kind of show. Please bring she show back because it’s such a shame to cancel it.,the show will be missed. Have a beautiful life.
Linda
Disney sucks. Great show so let’s cancel it.
@Rebecca Saunders, I totally agree! I can’t believe Disney would cancel such a popular show. Disney owns ABC and look at the junk on that channel. I love the show so much and I am a huge animal lover and have learned so much. What a stupid decision on Disney’s part it makes me so angry.
I really hate Dr Pol is being cancelled. It is a great show showing Dr Pol and his great veterinary skills where he won’t give up like so many other veterinarians. Sad day for all
@Libby,
My grandson has just gotten into vet school DR POE was his inspiration!! please don’t cancel