Heartland Docs

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Heartland Docs

WHEN TO WATCH

  1. Sunday 26 January 07.00pm

    Bring on the Bison! (Season 2)

Synopsis

Ben and Erin Schroeder live and work in the heart of America. The brutal Midwest winter presents a wide range of challenges as they face ever-changing obstacles that stand between them and the health of the animals in their care. The Schroeders put thousands of miles on their truck as they cross America’s Heartland to treat all creatures great and small.

Episodes

  • You've Goat a Friend in Me

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    Drs. Schroeder know that caring for animals takes a village. In this episode, they lend a helping hand to a few furry friends in need.

  • Homestead is Where the Heart is

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    Heading into their busy season, Drs. Schroeder diagnose an ailing dog; check on a baby llama; and round up 650 cows for their annual pregnancy check.

  • When Guinea Pigs Fly

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    After an aging horse gives birth, Drs. Schroeder rush to give a plasma transfusion to the newborn to increase its odds of survival.

  • Don't Rock the Goat

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    Drs. Schroeder race to diagnose and treat a dog in critical condition after being hit by a car. Additionally, they also deal with a few surprise cases at the clinic, including a horse with a serious gash; a guinea pig with a peculiar eating problem; and an unexpected pair of newborn goats.

  • Yappy Birthday!

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    Drs. Schroeder tag team a range of cases including a goat in labor; a hypothermic horse; and a cow that struggles after it gives birth. Other patients include a dog that requires eye surgery and a bunny that can’t walk. When not tending to animals in need, Dr. Ben enlists sons Charlie and Chase to come up with a plan to celebrate Dr. Erin’s birthday.

  • All in the Farm-Ily

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    Drs. Schroeder are challenged by some rare animal cases, including treating a pup with a condition they’ve never seen before.

  • Down in the Ducks

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    Drs. Schroeder treat some mysterious cases at the clinic and then receive an award for their work preserving historic buildings.

  • Bring on the Bison!

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    Drs. Schroeder’s clinic is buzzing as they treat a variety of patients, including a lizard, a sick calf and a dog with an enormous tumor.

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    Sunday 26 January 07.00pm
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