The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick

A veterinarian attends to a French bulldog that is having difficulty moving, a Staffordshire bull terrier whose elbow bones are misaligned, and a cat that has been shot with an air‑gun. Each animal receives careful treatment for its respective condition under the vet's care.

The show is a single episode that follows a veterinary practice as it tackles a range of urgent cases. In this instalment, the focus is on the day‑to‑day work of the vet, highlighting the variety of problems that can arise with different pets. The episode presents three distinct patients. First, a French bulldog is brought in because it’s struggling to move, indicating a serious mobility issue. Next, a Staffordshire bull terrier arrives with elbow bones that don’t fit together properly, creating a structural problem in the limb. Finally, a cat is examined after being shot with an air‑gun, suffering a traumatic wound. The veterinarian examines each animal, starting with the bulldog to identify the cause of its limited movement and to devise a treatment plan. With the bull terrier, the vet assesses the misaligned elbow bones and considers corrective measures. For the cat, the focus is on stabilising the injury caused by the air‑gun shot. Through these cases, the episode showcases the practical challenges vets face, from diagnosing mobility disorders to addressing skeletal misalignments and treating accidental gun injuries. It offers a concise look at the skill and compassion required in everyday veterinary work.