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  • REMARKABLE VETS

DESCRIPTION

Find out how to treat a pig with sunburn, save a border collie that has been hit by a car, and more.

Clinic owner and vet Geoff Woodhouse has been a vet for fifteen years, and has also practised as a vet in England. He’s set up a clinic to fulfil his dream of being a country vet after moving from the city. Geoff is adapting to country life which includes- footing the bill, long drives and house calls.

In one episode Geoff gets a call from the police about a border collie who’s been hit by a car, luckily the dog is conscious. The dog, nicknamed Basil Brush, gets reunited with its owner thanks to local radio.

Alicia is the new practice nurse/receptionist/accountant. She is so passionate about animals she even takes home injured animals and her pets hang out at the practice. Other episodes see a famous real estate agent with a horse dilemma and a stray kitten arriving at the clinic with serious problems. We also meet the overweight Labrador with arthritis that needs a major lifestyle change.

EPISODE GUIDE

  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 1
    It's a busy day at New Zealand's newest vet clinic as a collie is involved in a road accident, an overweight Labrador undergoes a lifestyle change, and a stray kitten arrives with serious problems.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 2
    As the practice undergoes a renovation, Geoff is flown by a horse owner to treat his beloved pet. Also, a new vet moves into the area but will she be a colleague or competition for Geoff?
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 3
    When the local school's rabbit goes missing Geoff is called to the rescue to find the bunny before the term begins. Also, as Nicky settles into the practice, a veterinary student joins the team.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 4
    As Nicky and Alicia prepare to x-ray a dog that swallowed a golf ball, disaster strikes as the clinic is hit by a power cut. Also, there's cause for celebration in Wakatipu when a new alpaca is born.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 5
    Vet Geoff Woodhouse discovers that a common plant is causing major problems for dogs. Also, the team prepares for their first public promotion.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 6
    There's a serious emergency at the clinic as Geoff gets up close and personal with a sick kiwi, and meet a kitten who is quickly using up his nine lives.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 7
    There is drama at the vets when Geoff bravely faces a runaway stag. Also, Diesel the clinic cat gets hurt in a fight and an alpaca demonstrates his party trick.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 8
    The vets treat some puppies that may have a deadly illness, Geoff meets a seriously depressed highland calf, and an abandoned donkey finds a new home.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 9
    A litter of kittens arrives at the surgery after having had a brush with death, a group of new puppies undergoes an emergency operation, and Geoff moonlights as a catwalk model.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 10
    The clinic prepares for a very special visitor, the Prime Minister of New Zealand. Also, catch up with Koru the kiwi following emergency surgery, and Geoff meets a very angry feline.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 11
    The team tends to some playful puppies with a big problem, Geoff is on the receiving end of unwanted attention from some frisky goats, and some new alpacas are welcomed into the world.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 12
    Geoff and the team face a farm emergency as Dick the farm dog has a serious accident, and Diesel the clinic cat road-tests all the toys at the clinic.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 13
    Walnut the cat is in need of emergency surgery following a road accident. Meanwhile, Geoff visits Walter Peak in Queenstown to treat some sick sheep on a farm.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 14
    The team rush to the aid of a deer which has gone into labour, and Geoff Woodhouse suspects Monty the cat may lose his tail after a hit-and-run accident.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 15
    Vet nurse Julie joins the team at the surgery, Geoff is challenged by a chicken that honks like a duck, and some children enjoy a special farm visit.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 16
    Geoff is on hand when a kiwi stolen from a local bird sanctuary is dramatically rescued. Also, the team battles to save Misty the bull terrier.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 17
    The team treat Bruno the llama who is suffering from an embarrassing ailment, and after taking his team to the local country show, Geoff is forced to rush away to treat Jake the farm dog.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 18
    The team have a fight on their hands when they meet Priscilla the pig, a chubby Chihuahua gets put on a diet, and Tom the kitten uses up one of his nine lives after a brush with a car.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 19
    A wild baby bird requires medical attention after being attacked by a group of ducks and Geoff treats two dogs injured after falling off a bike.
  • Remarkable Vets: Episode 20
    Geoff has to act quickly when a dog is brought in suffering from a life-threatening stomach condition. Also, an artist paints Diesel and the birth of a chinchilla is fraught with complications.
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