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The daily trials and tribulations of vet James Shepherd, his two teenage children, ex wife and his veterinary assistant who dislikes animals.
- 1989-1990
- 2 seasons
- Comedy
The daily trials and tribulations of vet James Shepherd, his two teenage children, ex wife and his veterinary assistant who dislikes animals.
Season 2 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 1990
Episode 1
As One Door Opens
James takes his children to a farm and meets attractive Vicky (Pippa Guard)
Episode 2
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
James goes on a date with three women - one of whom is his ex-wife.
Episode 3
Fete Takes a Hand
James invites Vicki to dinner - but they are joined by Helen.
Episode 4
Council of War
Vicki's Council leader creates problems for her at the farm; James's VAT inspector helps
Episode 5
Square Pegs
James's trainee Graham starts; Robbie's unwillingness to dissect a frog causes problems at school.
Episode 6
Mum's the Word
An overheard phone call from Vicki to James about an unplanned pregnancy leads to a predictable but amusing misunderstanding.
Episode 7
Motor Madness
James rashly promises to buy Kate a new car if she passes her driving test first time.
Episode 8
And Then There Was One
Rose announces she's leaving to work in Australia; Helen announces she's emigrating to Sicily to be reunited with husband Frank and wants the children to go with her; Kate and Robbie overhear Vicki receiving a proposal from a gentleman.
Episode 9
The Night the Earth Moved
A storm means all the women staying the night at James's.
Episode 10
While the Vet's Away
Various members of his family plan to use the house for their own romantic assignations when James takes Vicky away for the weekend.
