The daily trials and tribulations of vet James Shepherd, his two teenage children, ex wife and his veterinary assistant who dislikes animals.
Where to Watch Close to Home (1989) • Series 2
10 Episodes
As One Door Opens
E1
As One Door OpensJames takes the children to a farm and meets attractive Vicky.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
E2
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?James goes on a date with three women — one of whom is Helen.
Fete Takes a Hand
E3
Fete Takes a HandJames invites Vicky to dinner — but they are joined by Helen.
Council of War
E4
Council of WarVicky's Council leader creates problems for her at the farm.
Square Pegs
E5
Square PegsJames's trainee Graham starts; Robbie's unwillingness to dissect a frog causes problems at school.
Mum's the Word
E6
Mum's the WordAn overheard phone call from Vicky to James about an unplanned pregnancy leads to a predictable but amusing misunderstanding.
Motor Madness
E7
Motor MadnessJames rashly promises to buy Kate a new car if she passes her driving test on the first go.
And Then There Was One
E8
And Then There Was OneAs Rose announces she's leaving for work in Australia, Helen announces she's emigrating to Sicily to reunite with Frank and wants the children to go with her. Kate and Robbie overhear Vicky receiving a proposal from a gentleman.
The Night the Earth Moved
E9
The Night the Earth MovedA storm means all the women staying the night at the Shepherds'.
While the Vet's Away
E10
While the Vet's AwayVarious family members plan to use the house for their own romantic assignations when James and Vicky leave for the weekend.