The Highland Vet

A crofter arrives with a lamb that appears to have a broken leg. At the same time, Shondie steps into the role of dentist when an anxious eight‑year‑old West Highland Terrier makes a nervous appearance at the practice for examination.

The broadcast is a single episode of a television programme, presented in a straightforward, slice‑of‑life style. It follows the everyday happenings that unfold in a rural community setting, focusing on the ordinary yet occasionally unexpected situations that bring the local characters together. In this instalment, a crofter arrives at the practice carrying a young lamb that appears to have suffered an injury. The animal’s leg looks damaged, and the crofter suspects it may be broken, prompting the staff to assess the situation and decide what care the lamb will need. At the same time, Shondie finds herself stepping into a dental role when an eight‑year‑old West Highland Terrier makes a nervous entrance onto the premises. The little dog’s apprehensive behaviour leads Shondie to act as the dentist, addressing whatever issue has brought the terrier to the practice. Both storylines converge within the same location, creating a busy atmosphere as the crofter’s lamb and the anxious terrier each require attention. The episode juxtaposes the concerns of a farm animal with those of a pet, highlighting how the practice becomes a focal point for a variety of unexpected visitors.