The Spanish platform Netflix keeps a Spanish series in its top 10 most-watched list, which has been a true hit since its premiere almost a month ago. It is "Animal", a dramatic comedy with a touch of social criticism that focuses on the clash of two opposite worlds: rural Galicia and the world of boutique pets.
"Animal", the Spanish Netflix series
What "Animal" is about: Synopsis: The plot follows Antón (played by Luis Zahera), a grumpy rural veterinarian with unshakable principles, accustomed to treating farm animals in the harshness of the Galician countryside. Due to his financial problems and his rural clients no longer being able to pay him, Antón is forced to leave his traditional life and accept a job in the city.
The job opportunity comes through his niece, Uxía (Lucía Caraballo), the owner of a modern and colorful premium pet shop/clinic called Kawanda. In this new environment, Antón must face:
Cultural clash: He moves from cows and chickens to purebred dogs, extravagant treatments, luxury dog groomers, and owners obsessed with the "humanization" of their pets.
Ethics vs. Business: His traditional veterinarian values constantly clash with Kawanda's obsession with metrics, online ratings, and the need to please capricious clients.
Adaptation: The series follows the uncomfortable, but often comical, attempt by Antón to adapt to this new reality, dealing with his niece and a world that is completely alien to him.
In essence, "Animal" uses humor and the contrast between these two characters and environments to offer a satire on professional ethics, modernity, capitalism, and the difficulty of maintaining integrity in the contemporary world.
