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.
Close to Home (Season 1)
Father and Family (Episode 1)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-10-01
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: James' 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 looking for her.
The Contract (Episode 2)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-10-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.
Double Date (Episode 3)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-10-15
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.
The Horse Race (Episode 4)
Writer: Ken Steele
Air date: 1989-10-22
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.
Helen's Parents (Episode 5)
Writer: Ken Steele
Air date: 1989-10-29
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.
She's Leaving Home (Episode 6)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-11-05
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.
A Matter of Decree (Episode 7)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-11-12
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.
Katie's Broken Heart (Episode 8)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-11-19
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.
Helen the Receptionist (Episode 9)
Writer: Brian Cooke
Air date: 1989-11-26
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.
Seasons
Episodes 9
Episodes 10