Next week in Emmerdale, emotional devastation meets dangerous drama as Paddy Kirk’s life hangs in the balance – and the one person he hoped would lift him up might just be the one dragging him down.

As Emmerdale spoilers reveal, Paddy (Dominic Brunt) is set to suffer one of the most physically and emotionally harrowing weeks of his life. In a horrifying chain of events, a simple act of kindness on a local farm spirals into tragedy when he’s attacked by a vicious dog. But what happens after may hurt him more than the bite itself.

🐶 A Heroic Rescue Turns Sour

When Paddy spots a sheep stuck in a fence on Celia’s farm, he doesn’t hesitate to help. It’s typical of Paddy – always the one to do the right thing, no matter the risk. But the situation quickly turns life-threatening when an aggressive dog corners and savages him. Paddy is left bloodied, broken, and alone — until Bear (Joshua Richards) arrives just in time to save him.

Rushed to the hospital, it looks like Paddy might pull through with Bear by his side. Mandy stays close, offering emotional support to the devastated father who had to fight off the beast to save his own son. After surgery, Paddy’s first words are of thanks to Bear. But in Emmerdale, no moment of peace lasts long.

💣 Bear’s Shocking Outburst

Just when you think their bond might mend, Bear unleashes a cruel and calculated verbal attack that cuts deeper than the dog’s teeth ever could. Dismissing his son’s trauma, Bear calls him “weak” and “pathetic” — echoing past emotional abuse Paddy has long struggled with.

As Paddy sits in silence, tears rolling down his cheeks, viewers are left stunned. This is a man who’s battled depression, suicidal thoughts, and personal loss. And now, the person who should love him unconditionally has destroyed what little confidence he had left.

🔫 Paddy’s Desperate Mission

Fuelled by the need to prove himself, a fragile and emotionally shattered Paddy takes drastic action. He grabs the vet’s bolt gun — a symbol of finality — and heads to Celia’s farm to confront the cause of it all. But the confrontation backfires horribly. Instead of finding justice or closure, Paddy returns even more broken and humiliated.

The breaking point comes when he tells Bear to move out. The betrayal has left scars that may never heal. Is this the end of their already fragile relationship?

🌿 Meanwhile: Ray’s Arrival Sparks a Drug War

Elsewhere in the Dales, chaos brews as Ross (Michael Parr), Mack (Lawrence Robb), and Lewis (Bradley Riches) continue their risky weed business — a venture born of desperation to save Moira’s farm. But things go up in smoke when Mack secretly makes a deal with shady newcomer Ray (Joe Absolom), a cold and calculating buyer.

Despite Ross’s allegiance to Lewis’s moral mission of providing medical relief through cannabis, Mack’s betrayal lights a fuse. Ross refuses to go along with the deal, but the next day, the entire crop is gone.

Was Mack lying all along? Did Ray steal the stash? Or is Lewis hiding something? Trust has been shattered and now they’re all in far deeper than they ever intended.

😢 Lads’ Day Fails, Family Fractures Widen

On a lighter note — if there is one — Marlon tries to lift Paddy’s spirits with a guys’ night and a round of “Oh God, They’re Zombies!” But Paddy can’t even pretend to be okay. Marlon, deeply concerned, urges his friend to face the truth: Paddy isn’t just physically injured. He’s emotionally shattered.

Elsewhere, Sarah convinces Cain that they can still give Nate the proper Dingle send-off he deserves. It’s a poignant moment showing that, even in a community riddled with drama, some traditions still matter.

But happiness is far from guaranteed. Vinny’s anxiety flares up when Gabby invites Kammy to their engagement party. With all the tension building in multiple households, it’s clear that more explosions are coming soon.

💥 Final Thoughts

Emmerdale is no stranger to drama, but next week’s episodes deliver some of the most heart-wrenching moments we’ve seen in a long time. From Paddy’s brutal dog attack to Bear’s emotional betrayal, the story is a masterclass in how physical wounds are sometimes easier to recover from than emotional ones.

And with Ray entering the picture in a storyline that already screams “danger,” fans should brace for more dark twists ahead.

Paddy’s journey from victim to survivor may have just begun, but the path to healing — physically, emotionally, and relationally — looks steep. As for Mack and Ross, they may have just sparked a war with a man who doesn’t play by the rules.

Is there still time for redemption?

Or is this the week everything changes in the Dales?

Stay tuned. The storm is only just beginning. 🌩️