BYUtv, Shaftesbury & Beta Film Partner for Co-Pro

BYUtv, Shaftesbury and Beta Film will be working together on the Canadian veterinary procedural Barton Vet.

“We’re thrilled to be working with Shaftesbury and Beta Film on Barton Vet,” said Andra Johnson Duke, content director at BYUtv. “The series has so many wonderful elements, from the writing and direction to the incredible cast of both humans and animals. As a heartfelt family drama that embraces the inherent value in every life, Barton Vet brings something truly special for our viewers!”

The veterinary medical drama starring Georgina Reilly is currently in production. Alongside Reilly stars Nadeem Umar-Khitab, Sonja Smits, Katia Edith Wood, Carson A. Egan, Kristopher Turner and Noah Zulfikar, among others.

The series is directed by Felipe Rodriguez. Ken Craw, Adam Pettle and Rodriguez executive produce alongside Christina Jennings and Scott Garvie for Shaftesbury, Oliver Bachert for Beta Film and Duke and Erik Christensen for BYUtv.

Barton Vet follows Dr. Kate Barton, an adventurous and driven veterinarian, who takes over their rural family veterinary clinic following the death of her father. Saving the lives of animals while juggling love and hardship, Kate must learn to heal herself along the way.

“Nearly 70 percent of households in North America own pets. Barton Vet is sure to resonate with viewers who understand the strong bond between humans and animals,” said Jennings, chairman and president of Shaftesbury. “Barton Vet showcases the world of animal medicine in a way that is seldom seen on television. We are excited to bring it to the market.”

“Barton Vet stands out for its unique blend of medical drama, positive vibes and deeply human, character-led storytelling,” added Oliver Bachert, chief distribution officer at Beta Film. “With Dr. Kate Barton and her family-led team saving the lives of many different animals, be warned—you probably find yourself wanting to adopt every single one you see! We are very excited to bring this brand-new series from our trusted partners at Shaftesbury to the market and are convinced that Barton Vet has the potential for a long-running franchise success.”