Series synopsis
Heartland Docs, DVM is an American documentary reality family television series that premiered on Nat Geo Wild on January 25, 2020. It ended on December 23, 2023. It stars Erin Schroeder and Ben Schroeder.
In picturesque rural Nebraska, the husband and wife veterinary team of Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder cares for the region's many animals in need.
Premise
In picturesque rural Nebraska, the husband and wife veterinary team of Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder cares for the region's many animals in need.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Erin Schroeder as Herself
- Ben Schroeder as Himself
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 53 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 11 | January 25, 2020 | March 1, 2020 |
| Season 2 | 8 | May 30, 2020 | July 18, 2020 |
| Season 3 | 10 | January 30, 2021 | March 21, 2021 |
| Season 4 | 12 | April 23, 2022 | July 10, 2022 |
| Season 5 | 12 | October 7, 2023 | December 23, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Little Practice on the Prairie In the aftermath of record flooding, the Schroeders assist a cow in labor, chickens with leg ailments and a litter of piglets. |
January 25, 2020 |
| 2 |
That Old Farm Magic The doctors play everything from matchmaker to midwife. |
February 1, 2020 |
| 3 |
Doggie Delivery Early spring brings unpredictable veterinary challenges. |
February 8, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
You've Goat a Friend in Me 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. |
May 30, 2020 |
| 2 |
Homestead Is Where the Heart Is Drs. Schroeder head west to round up 650 cows for their annual pregnancy check. |
June 6, 2020 |
| 3 |
Don't Rock the Goat Drs. Schroeder handle some surprise cases at the clinic, and Dr. Erin has a hard time letting go of one of her most prized possessions. |
June 13, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
So Hard to Say Goat-bye Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder are put to the test as they prepare for a bitter-sweet goodbye. |
January 30, 2021 |
| 2 |
You've Gotta Be Kitten Me! Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder treat a variety of patients, including one of their own. |
February 6, 2021 |
| 3 |
The Eagle Has Landed Ben and Erin Schroeder chase a pig through the mud and save a wild bald eagle. |
February 13, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lord of the Wings The Schroeders rush to the rescue when a horse trailer is hit by a car |
April 23, 2022 |
| 2 |
It’s a Won-Doe-ful Life The Schroeders save a fawn that fell off a cliff and find her a new home |
May 1, 2022 |
| 3 |
May the Horse Be With You The Schroeders welcome three new horses to their riverside home |
May 7, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lost & Hound The Schroeders reel in an unexpected catch during a family boating trip when they rescue two black labs stranded on a sandbar. At the clinic, Dr. Ben’s dad comes in with a baby mule that’s having difficulty walking. Dr. Erin helps solve a cat’s mobility issues while Dr. Ben helps a pet gecko regain its eyesight. Together, the docs save the life of a momma dog by performing an emergency C-section. |
October 7, 2023 |
| 2 |
Tongue Not in Cheek After a cat arrives at the clinic with a blocked urethra, the entire Cedar County Vet team kicks into high gear to save its life. Dr. Erin rescues a St. Bernard who can’t eat or drink due to an infected, pus-filled tongue. Dr. Ben performs a tricky field surgery on a cow with life-threatening bloat. |
October 14, 2023 |
| 3 |
A Real Dog & Pony Show Dr. Ben aids an eagle who was injured in a cow pasture, and Dr. Erin performs life-saving surgery on a yellow lab to remove her infected uterus. Together, the Schroeders bring sweet relief to a momma cow’s painful hoof, and nurse a sickly newborn donkey back to health. Along with their eldest son, Charlie, the vets join forces with an organization that uses horse riding as therapy. |
October 21, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Nat Geo Wild |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 25, 2020 |
| Last aired | December 23, 2023 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |