 James has to deal with Vernon Harker, a lazy farmer who neglects his stock and simply doesn t follow the vet s advice. Sigfried receives a surprise visitor in the surgery: Lady Hulton and her cat Bess, who has an eye infection. She usually visits Granville Bennett, but he is away on holidays and is surprised at Sigfried s interest in small animals. Sigfried in turn decides the time has come to focus more on small animal care. James calls on Sister Rose, who cares for stray dogs, and treats a lame pup.