Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Vella Lovell, and Michael Rowland Preview — Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2: Will Frank and Fiona Get Along?

Preview — Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2: Will Frank and Fiona Get Along?

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Emily’s plan to keep Frank away from Fiona backfires on Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2, “Rattlers and Gators.”

It appears that Fiona Holcomb, a billionaire introduced on Animal Control Season 3 Episode 1, “Giraffes, Gorillas, and Penguins,” is taking a more active approach to understanding the work the precinct does. Why else is she seemingly on a call with Frank and Shred where they may encounter a rattlesnake or an alligator?

Considering Fiona didn’t like the smell of the kennels, it’s a bit challenging to believe she would choose to go on a call, especially if it can lead to this. Although, it wouldn’t be surprising if this team-up were Frank’s idea. 

Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.

He may offer that Fiona rides along with him and Shred to prove to Emily that he can get along with Fiona. Then again, Frank may not have anticipated such dangerous animal encounters. Regardless, this step could be integral to Fiona investing her money in Emily’s plans, like the extra play area for adoptions. 

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If that’s true, of course, Emily wants everything to go well while Fiona is around. 

The photos for “Rattlers and Gators” suggest that Emily may lean on Shred to ensure everything goes well between Frank and Fiona. However, there’s even less to infer about Patel’s newfound celebrity putting a strain on Victora’s nerves.

That pressure arises when Patel is asked to throw at the first pitch at a minor league game. Could this mean Patel and Victoria will revisit the Everson Small Stallions from Animal Control Season 2 Episode 4, “Big Dogs and Mini Horses?”  All the answers await on an all-new Animal Control on Thursday, January 9, at 9/8c.

Check out the photos and promo video below for a preview!

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Episode description:

Afraid he won’t play nice with her rich new benefactor, Emily tries to keep Frank away from her, which only makes him determined to win her over. Also, Patel’s newfound celebrity pushes Victoria’s patience to the limit when he’s chosen to throw out the first pitch at a minor league game.

Photos from Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2:
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Vella Lovell, and Michael Rowland
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Vella Lovell, and Michael Rowland in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Michael Rowland
ANIMAL CONTROL: Michael Rowland in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale and Michael Rowland
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Joel McHale and Michael Rowland in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Joel McHale and guest star Lucy Punch in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Michael Rowland
ANIMAL CONTROL: Michael Rowland in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale
ANIMAL CONTROL: Joel McHale in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Joel McHale
ANIMAL CONTROL: Joel McHale in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Grace Palmer and Ravi Patel
ANIMAL CONTROL: L-R: Grace Palmer and Ravi Patel in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Vella Lovell
ANIMAL CONTROL: Vella Lovell in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.
Animal Control 3 Episode 2, Rattlers and Gators" -- Ravi Patel, Michael Rowland, Joel McHale, Vella Lovell, and Grace Palmer
ANIMAL CONTROL: Behind The Scenes – L-R: Ravi Patel, Michael Rowland, Joel McHale, Vella Lovell, and Grace Palmer in the ANIMAL CONTROL “Rattlers and Gators” episode airing Thursday, Jan. 9 (9:01-9:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. © 2025 Fox Media LLC. CR: Bettina Strauss/FOX.

 

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