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A situation comedy about divorcee James Shepherd, a charismatic vet, who struggles to run both a successful surgery and a home for his two teenage children.
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Seasons
- Ep 1
1.Father and Family
01-10-198930mJames' ex-wife Helen arrives, saying that she has left her current husband and intends to move back in with the family. However, Helen's husband Frank, a member of the mafia, comes...
- Ep 2
2.The Contract
08-10-198930mThe Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.
- Ep 3
3.Double Date
15-10-198930mRobbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.
- Ep 4
4.The Horse Race
22-10-198930mVarious interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.
- Ep 5
5.Helen's Parents
29-10-198930mJames' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.
- Ep 6
6.She's Leaving Home
05-11-198930mJames tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.
- Ep 7
7.A Matter of Decree
12-11-198930mJames and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.
- Ep 8
8.Katie's Broken Heart
19-11-198930mKate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.
- Ep 9
9.Helen the Receptionist
26-11-198930mFrank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.
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