James is worried about the practice finances but it falls on deaf ears when he tries to discuss the matter with Siegfried. James decides to take on the role of attending vet at Hensfield dog track to earn extra money.Tristan visits Mrs. Ainsley who has an aggressive parrot called George. Tristan fears the parrot may have a contagious disease and takes it back to Skeldale for observation, but the parrot starts to have an impact on his personal life.James arrives at Hensfield Racetrack and is put to work straight away, checking over the whippets. However, he soon wonders if there is something else afoot.Maggie uncovers one of Mrs. Hall's hidden talents and Siegfried enjoys spending time with Jimmy - until Jimmy inadvertently tells him some home truths.

Starring:

Diana Rigg, Nigel Havers, Samuel West, Patricia Hodge, Matthew Lewis, Anna Madeley, Rachel Shenton, Callum Woodhouse, Nicholas Ralph

Genre:

Drama