One Man and His Dog 1976
What is One Man and His Dog?
One Man and His Dog is a television series first released in 1976. Catalogued under Reality.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 194
- Runtime
- 35 minutes
- First aired
- Feb 17, 1976
- Last aired
- Dec 17, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Reality
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 194 episodes and an average 35-minute runtime.
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One Man and His Dog is a television series first released in 1976. Catalogued under Reality. Status: Returning Series. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Sheepdog champions compete in the UK’s beloved rural contest series.”
- Authentic sheepdog trials showcase rural skill
- Iconic presenters and commentary add charm
- High historic viewership reflects broad appeal
- Focus on sheepdog competition may not interest all viewers
- Production style reflects its original era
Watch it if you enjoy genuine countryside competitions and classic British broadcasting.
The series is family‑friendly, emphasizing animal teamwork and rural tradition.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Series 1, Episode 1 Feb 17, 1976
- E2 Series 1, Episode 2 Feb 24, 1976
- E3 Series 1, Episode 3 Mar 2, 1976
- E4 Series 1, Episode 4 Mar 9, 1976
- E5 Series 1, Episode 5 Mar 16, 1976
- E6 Series 1, Episode 6 Mar 23, 1976
- E7 Series 1, Episode 7 Mar 30, 1976
- E8 Series 1, Final Apr 6, 1976
Season 2 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide →- E1 Series 2, Episode 1 Jan 12, 1977
- E2 Series 2, Episode 2 Jan 19, 1977
- E3 Series 2, Episode 3 Jan 26, 1977
- E4 Series 2, Episode 4 Feb 2, 1977
- E5 Series 2, Episode 5 Feb 9, 1977
- E6 Series 2, Episode 6 Feb 16, 1977
- E7 Series 2, Final Feb 23, 1977
- E8 Champion Of Champions Mar 2, 1977
Season 3 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide →- E1 Series 3, Episode 1 Dec 29, 1977
- E2 Series 3, Episode 2 Jan 5, 1978
- E3 Series 3, Episode 3 Jan 12, 1978
- E4 Series 3, Episode 4 Jan 19, 1978
- E5 Series 3, Episode 5 Jan 26, 1978
- E6 Series 3, Episode 6 Feb 2, 1978
- E7 Series 3, Final Feb 9, 1978
- E8 Supreme Champion, The Ultimate Prize Feb 16, 1978
Season 4 · 7 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide →- E1 Series 4, Episode 1 Apr 17, 1980
- E2 Series 4, Episode 2 Apr 24, 1980
- E3 Series 4, Episode 3 May 1, 1980
- E4 Series 4, Episode 4 May 8, 1980
- E5 Series 4, Episode 5 May 15, 1980
- E6 Series 4, Episode 6 May 22, 1980
- E7 Series 4, Final May 29, 1980
Season 5 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide →- E1 Series 5, Episode 1 Mar 3, 1981
- E2 Series 5, Episode 2 Mar 10, 1981
- E3 Series 5, Episode 3 Mar 17, 1981
- E4 Series 5, Episode 4 Mar 24, 1981
- E5 Series 5, Episode 5 Mar 31, 1981
- E6 Series 5, Episode 6 Apr 7, 1981
- E7 The Junior Championship Apr 14, 1981
- E8 Series 5, The Final Apr 21, 1981
Frequently asked questions
When did One Man and His Dog first air?
The series debuted in 1976.
Who were the original presenter and commentator?
Phil Drabble was the original presenter, with commentary by Eric Halsall.
When did Robin Page become the main presenter?
Robin Page replaced Phil Drabble as the main presenter in 1994.
When did the regular series end?
The last regular series aired in 1999.
Were there any specials after the regular series ended?
Yes, Christmas specials began in 1999 and continued annually until 2011, featuring shepherd teams from the four nations.