The Otterman. The team investigates the Otterman who is believed to have the ability to shape-shift. Todd builds a Ring of Fire trap, while the rest of the team utilises an airboat.
01:35 Earthquake: Panda Rescue
China's Centre for Conservation and Research of the Giant Panda at Wolong was near the epicentre of the 2008 earthquake. What happened to the pandas at the centre?
02:25 Hanging With The Hendersons 1/6s.
Born To Be Wild. Dr Ryan and Dr Tony tag team on a rare double knee surgery. A rescued cat melts hearts with his big hugs, and the family gathers at their cabin for off-road racing!
03:15 Extinct Or Alive 1/2s.
White Wolf Of Newfoundland. Forrest teams up with an expert in Newfoundland seeking the white wolf, which was declared extinct in 1930. They meet a hunter convinced he shot one.
04:02 Wildest Islands 1/5s.
Hebrides. The islands of the Hebrides are home to puffins, golden eagles, basking sharks, whales, dolphins, otters and corncrakes. What makes this an idyllic habitat?
04:49 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/5s.
Rock City Rescue. Tia is in Detroit helping a rescue facility at risk of closure. Villalobos looks for a stray pit bull nearby and a grieving adopter wants a dog to heal her heart.
05:36 Animal Airport 1/12s.
Episode 12. A rare spoon-billed sandpiper flies in from Moscow, and a South African guard dogs fall sick in transit from Johannesburg. Plus, how do you measure a tricky boxer?
06:00 Animal Airport 1/13s.
Episode 13. The team takes in a sloth, a coati, an ibis and their old friend Mango the Cockatoo after a zoo closes down. Plus, a Brazilian street dog talks tough.
06:25 Into Alaska 1/8s.
Junk Yard Eagle. Chris rescues a sick, dumpster-diving eagle. Meanwhile, Laura investigates why a boreal forest has disappeared, and the Kodiak team gets close to feeding bears.
07:15 Africa's Outsiders
This is the story of three African animals with extraordinary new colours, highlighting how important an animal's costume is to its survival.
08:10 Africa's Super Seven
On the northern bank of the Sand River in the Mala-Mala Game Reserve in South Africa, seven creatures reside. We reveal the invisible threads that bind them together.
09:05 Saving Africa's Giants With Yao Ming
NBA star Yao Ming travels to Africa to tackle the ivory poaching epidemic. Will the Chinese middle classes-who prize ivory for medicinal purposes-listen to their countryman?
10:00 Baby Panda's First Year
Following on from A Panda is Born this documentary tracks baby panda, Tai Shan, as he passes some important milestones to becoming an adult.
10:55 Earthquake: Panda Rescue
China's Centre for Conservation and Research of the Giant Panda at Wolong was near the epicentre of the 2008 earthquake. What happened to the pandas at the centre?
11:50 Wildest Islands 1/1s.
Zanzibar. The Zanzibar archipelago is home to giant Aldabra Tortoises, great green turtles, coconut crabs, whale sharks, and massive manta rays. What makes this an ideal habitat?
12:45 Wildest Islands 1/2s.
Caribbean. The Caribbean islands harbour more than 800 species of fish, leatherback turtles, silky coated anteaters, scarlet ibis, and spectacled caiman. Why is this habitat ideal?
13:40 Wildest Islands 1/3s.
Galapagos. How have people, plants and animals developed ingenious ways to survive and thrive in remote locations from the Galapagos Islands to the lush forests of Zanzibar?
14:35 Wildest Islands 1/4s.
Sri Lanka. How have people, plants and animals developed ingenious ways to survive and thrive in remote locations from the Galapagos Islands to the lush forests of Zanzibar?
15:30 Wildest Islands 1/5s.
Hebrides. The islands of the Hebrides are home to puffins, golden eagles, basking sharks, whales, dolphins, otters and corncrakes. What makes this an idyllic habitat?
16:25 Shark Attack File
What is the science behind shark attacks? This terrifying documentary looks at real-life examples of attacks and asks how such clashes between man and shark can be avoided.
17:20 Shark Attack File 2
A chilling, in-depth look at one of man's dreaded fears - the shark. With graphic news clips, shark footage and interviews with shark attack survivors from around the world.
18:15 Shark Attack Files 3
In Sydney Harbour fishing guides notice the bull shark population has exploded; and they are on the attack. Why do sharks savage humans; and how do some victims escape?
19:10 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
19:35 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
20:05 Pit Bulls & Parolees 10/1s.
The Dogs Who Stole Our Hearts. Behind the scenes stories and a look back at the unique dogs that had a major impact on Tia's family and the parolees who helped them.
21:00 Swimming With Monsters: Steve Backshall 1/3s.
Shark. Steve travels to Mexico to find out more about the great white shark. Leaving the safety of his dive cage, can he get close enough to study this remarkable predator?
21:55 Swimming With Monsters: Steve Backshall 1/4s.
Squid. In the Sea of Cortez, Steve studies the hunting behaviour of the Humboldt squid, using himself as bait. Can he avoid being dragged into the abyss?
22:50 Alaska Monsters 1/1s.
Central Alaska's Bigfoot. A team of outdoorsmen is taking on the challenge of exploring the Alaska Triangle to uncover proof of the cryptic creatures thought to be living there.
23:45 Alaska Monsters 1/2s.
The Saberwolf. The team investigates reports of a massive wolf. Todd constructs a massive jail cell to hold this creature, while Levi implements laser technology.
The Otterman. The team investigates the Otterman who is believed to have the ability to shape-shift. Todd builds a Ring of Fire trap, while the rest of the team utilises an airboat.
01:35 I'm Alive 1/4s.
Saved. Deep in the woods a sheriff is bitten by a rattlesnake and in Hawaii a diver is impaled by crocodile needlefish in the chest. Both are miles from help, will they survive?
02:25 Into Alaska 1/8s.
Junk Yard Eagle. Chris rescues a sick, dumpster-diving eagle. Meanwhile, Laura investigates why a boreal forest has disappeared, and the Kodiak team gets close to feeding bears.
03:15 North Woods Law 6/6s.
Coastal Criminals. Officer Benvenuti chases down two lobster poachers in Rye. In a puzzling case, Officer Courtney investigates a man on the beach found covered in blood.
04:02 Animal Cops Houston 14/7s.
Super Trooper. Investigator Debbie answers a call when an emaciated mare gives birth to a premature foal. The foal is so sick, Dr Thurston takes it home to bottle-feed it.
04:49 Animal Cops Houston 14/8s.
Backyard Breeder. Animal Cops follows the work of the Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and offers a unique insight into the field of animal welfare.
05:36 Animal Airport 1/13s.
Episode 13. The team takes in a sloth, a coati, an ibis and their old friend Mango the Cockatoo after a zoo closes down. Plus, a Brazilian street dog talks tough.
06:00 Animal Airport 2/1s.
Episode 1. Ross tackles an angry cat, and Stuart hand feeds tiny tarsiers and keeps an eye on five bear cuscuses. Plus, can rooky Sian handle an agitated alpaca?
06:25 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
06:50 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
07:15 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/1s.
Down, Not Out. Tia gets a devastating injury, so her kids must help keep Villalobos running, and everyone must help catch an elusive dog in the middle of the night.
08:10 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/2s.
Redeemed. Earl returns from rehab, hoping to rebuild his life working with the dogs. Plus, Lizzy rescues a dog after a confrontation with the owner who abandoned it.
09:05 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/3s.
Down Below. A woman travels from San Diego to offer one of Villalobos' senior dogs a home. Meanwhile, Lizzy and Marcel search for a mama dog's lost puppies out in the country.
10:00 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/4s.
The Gift. When Tia receives an adoption email unlike any other, she makes a cross-country trip to find a dog a home before Christmas. Plus, the family get an unforgettable gift.
10:55 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/5s.
Rock City Rescue. Tia is in Detroit helping a rescue facility at risk of closure. Villalobos looks for a stray pit bull nearby and a grieving adopter wants a dog to heal her heart.
11:50 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
12:15 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
12:45 Shark Attack File
What is the science behind shark attacks? This terrifying documentary looks at real-life examples of attacks and asks how such clashes between man and shark can be avoided.
13:40 Swimming With Monsters: Steve Backshall 1/3s.
Shark. Steve travels to Mexico to find out more about the great white shark. Leaving the safety of his dive cage, can he get close enough to study this remarkable predator?
14:35 Swimming With Monsters: Steve Backshall 1/4s.
Squid. In the Sea of Cortez, Steve studies the hunting behaviour of the Humboldt squid, using himself as bait. Can he avoid being dragged into the abyss?
15:30 Alaska Monsters 1/1s.
Central Alaska's Bigfoot. A team of outdoorsmen is taking on the challenge of exploring the Alaska Triangle to uncover proof of the cryptic creatures thought to be living there.
16:25 Alaska Monsters 1/2s.
The Saberwolf. The team investigates reports of a massive wolf. Todd constructs a massive jail cell to hold this creature, while Levi implements laser technology.
17:20 Africa's Outsiders
This is the story of three African animals with extraordinary new colours, highlighting how important an animal's costume is to its survival.
18:15 Africa's Super Seven
On the northern bank of the Sand River in the Mala-Mala Game Reserve in South Africa, seven creatures reside. We reveal the invisible threads that bind them together.
19:10 Saving Africa's Giants With Yao Ming
NBA star Yao Ming travels to Africa to tackle the ivory poaching epidemic. Will the Chinese middle classes-who prize ivory for medicinal purposes-listen to their countryman?
20:05 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
20:30 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
21:00 Extinct Or Alive 1/7s.
The Javan Tiger. Forrest delves into the island of Java in Indonesia, seeking the Javan tiger. It was declared extinct in 2003, but there have been recent reported sightings.
21:55 Crocodile Hunter 4/7s.
Last Primates of Madagascar. Join the astonishing search for the only four species of lemurs left on Madagascar, with Steve and Terri Irwin.
22:50 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
23:15 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
23:45 Whale Wars 4/3s.
Ghosts in the Machine. Tailed by a harpoon ship, the Steve Irwin enlists the help of the Gojira. Meanwhile, the Bob Barker crew believes they may have found their ultimate target, the Nisshin Maru.
00:40 Whale Wars 4/4s.
The Devil's Icebox. One of the small boats is damaged, and the Bob Barker is five hours away. But already cold and wet, the crew must prepare themselves for a long and dangerous night at sea.
01:35 Whale Wars 4/5s.
Tracking the Enemy. As the Bob Barker searches for their two small boat crews lost at sea, the Gojira locates the whalers' refuelling vessel and Locky plays a dangerous game with the massive ship.
02:25 Whale Wars 4/6s.
Race to Save Lives. When New Zealand's Navy makes emergency contact with the Steve Irwin, the Sea Shepherds must risk their lives in a dangerous mission to help find five missing Norwegian mariners.
03:15 Whale Wars 4/7s.
Enemy in Their Grasp. After an anonymous tip-off, the Steve Irwin locates the Nisshin Maru; but sleep deprivation means pilot Chris cannot keep the helicopter in the air and loses track of the ship.
04:02 Animal Cops Houston 14/9s.
Hurricane Ike. Houston SPCA's Chief Investigator Charles Jantzen joins his team on an emergency mission in Galveston to try to save hundreds of trapped and abandoned pets.
04:49 Animal Cops Houston 14/10s.
Missing Puppies. Chief Investigator Charles Jantzen and Investigator Debbie Michielson rescue a pack of dogs on the brink of turning feral from a deceased owner's property.
05:36 Animal Airport 2/1s.
Episode 1. Ross tackles an angry cat, and Stuart hand feeds tiny tarsiers and keeps an eye on five bear cuscuses. Plus, can rooky Sian handle an agitated alpaca?
Episode 2. A parrot poses a problem for Debs, and Stuart hurries to help a Yorkshire terrier catch his flight. Plus, can Ross rescue a muntjac deer that is hiding near the runway?
06:25 Animal Cops Houston 14/13s.
Fred the Chimpanzee. SPCA investigators are called out on a shocking case - to rescue a 25-year-old chimpanzee that has been found living alone in a cage at his owner's house.
07:15 Animal Cops Houston 14/14s.
Liberty County Battle. Investigator Jennifer Francis helps police seize four emaciated horses and a calf following a heated exchange with the owner.
08:10 Animal Cops Houston 14/15s.
Slick. The SPCA responds to a call about two dogs that have been callously abandoned by their owner. Investigator Kirstie Franks goes to the rescue.
09:05 Animal Cops Houston 14/16s.
Cats in Trouble. When it becomes apparent that a group of cats are in peril, the investigators from the Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals swoop into action.
10:00 Animal Cops Houston 14/17s.
Wild Cats. Follow the work of the Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals as they tackle cases of cruelty and neglect, and promote animal welfare.
10:55 Animal Cops Philadelphia 12/1s.
Midnight Raid. After a midnight call out the crew are shocked to find a grim menagerie of hundreds of birds, roosters and dogs. Have they been bred for fighting?
11:50 Earthquake: Panda Rescue
China's Centre for Conservation and Research of the Giant Panda at Wolong was near the epicentre of the 2008 earthquake. What happened to the pandas at the centre?
12:45 The Vet Life 1/3s.
No Goats, No Glory. Dr Blue and Dr Ross treat a kid goat and Dr Lavigne tends to a pup with an obstruction in his intestines. Plus, who will win the 'best on the grill' cook-off?
13:40 Extinct Or Alive 1/2s.
White Wolf Of Newfoundland. Forrest teams up with an expert in Newfoundland seeking the white wolf, which was declared extinct in 1930. They meet a hunter convinced he shot one.
14:35 Alaska Monsters 1/3s.
The Otterman. The team investigates the Otterman who is believed to have the ability to shape-shift. Todd builds a Ring of Fire trap, while the rest of the team utilises an airboat.
15:30 Whale Wars 4/8s.
Battle Stations. After the Bob Barker and Gojira launch a successful attack on the harpoon ship that has been following them, they continue their search for ultimate target, the Nisshin Maru.
16:25 Animal Cops Houston 14/12s.
Insulin Injection. Investigator Trischa Price is called out on an animal cruelty case with sinister undertones. She finds a sick horse, and nearby, some needles. What is going on?
17:20 A Panda Is Born
We focus on the struggle of two pandas to become parents, and also cover the 30-year history of giant pandas at the National Zoo from the original pair to the present day.
18:15 Shark Attack File
What is the science behind shark attacks? This terrifying documentary looks at real-life examples of attacks and asks how such clashes between man and shark can be avoided.
19:10 Intruders 1/2s.
The Walls Have Eyes. In Texas, a deadly predator is targeting a family's beloved pets. In Kansas City, a single mother is hit by a series of horrifying animal invasions.
20:05 Wildest Islands 2/1s.
Japan: Islands Of Extremes. Japan is an expansive archipelago covering a range of climatic zones. Explore the unique array of Asian and Arctic species that inhabit this country.
21:00 Alaska Monsters 1/4s.
The Northern Giant. The team heads deep into the Alaskan Interior outside of Fairbanks to investigate reports of a gigantic bear-like creature known as the Northern Giant.
21:55 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/6s.
Hounded. When an adopted dog mysteriously appears in a Mississippi shelter, Tania and Earl go to the rescue. Parolee Joe is shaken after separating two stray dogs fighting.
22:50 Shark Attack File
What is the science behind shark attacks? This terrifying documentary looks at real-life examples of attacks and asks how such clashes between man and shark can be avoided.
23:45 Intruders 1/2s.
The Walls Have Eyes. In Texas, a deadly predator is targeting a family's beloved pets. In Kansas City, a single mother is hit by a series of horrifying animal invasions.
00:40 Alaska Monsters 1/4s.
The Northern Giant. The team heads deep into the Alaskan Interior outside of Fairbanks to investigate reports of a gigantic bear-like creature known as the Northern Giant.
01:35 A Panda Is Born
We focus on the struggle of two pandas to become parents, and also cover the 30-year history of giant pandas at the National Zoo from the original pair to the present day.
02:25 Shark Attack File
What is the science behind shark attacks? This terrifying documentary looks at real-life examples of attacks and asks how such clashes between man and shark can be avoided.
03:15 Intruders 1/2s.
The Walls Have Eyes. In Texas, a deadly predator is targeting a family's beloved pets. In Kansas City, a single mother is hit by a series of horrifying animal invasions.
04:02 Wildest Islands 2/1s.
Japan: Islands Of Extremes. Japan is an expansive archipelago covering a range of climatic zones. Explore the unique array of Asian and Arctic species that inhabit this country.
04:49 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/6s.
Hounded. When an adopted dog mysteriously appears in a Mississippi shelter, Tania and Earl go to the rescue. Parolee Joe is shaken after separating two stray dogs fighting.
05:36 Animal Airport 2/2s.
Episode 2. A parrot poses a problem for Debs, and Stuart hurries to help a Yorkshire terrier catch his flight. Plus, can Ross rescue a muntjac deer that is hiding near the runway?
Episode 3. Will comes to the aid of some shaken cats. Meanwhile, Ross races against the clock to pack a shipment of Tortoises safely. But will he get them ready in time for their departure?
06:25 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/9s.
New Arrivals. The rescue team gets a call for help to assist a stray dog trying to deliver puppies. With two pups delivered alive and more to come, will she get help in time?
07:15 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/10s.
Village Of Wolves. The crew race the clock as they undergo a tough rescue mission. With animal control ready to take over, Tia must save the group of dogs before it's too late.
08:10 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/11s.
Left For Dead. Tia rescues a neglected puppy living in filthy conditions. Can they save her before it's too late? Plus, two owners want a sibling for their 4-year-old dog, Chase.
09:05 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/12s.
Treading Water. Tania and Mariah help two puppies diagnosed with swimmer's syndrome take their first steps. Plus, Marcel rescues a stray dog trapped beneath a house.
10:00 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/13s.
A New Year For Villalobos. When a homeless man asks the shelter to take his puppies, Mariah and Marcel help people living on the streets with their dogs, by handing out goodie bags.
10:55 Pit Bulls & Parolees 9/14s.
Most Valuable Puppy. A couple who recently lost their dog are looking for a new companion to join their family. Plus, the team take Hannah and Caleb to take part in the Puppy Bowl.
11:50 A Panda Is Born
We focus on the struggle of two pandas to become parents, and also cover the 30-year history of giant pandas at the National Zoo from the original pair to the present day.
12:45 The Vet Life 1/4s.
The Vet Mobile. Dr Ross buys a mobile unit for community outreach, and at the clinic Dr Ross examines an iguana for an abscess, and a paraplegic dachshund gets a new set of wheels.
13:40 How Do Animals Do That 1/9s.
Episode 9. Experts reveal how swarms of blind bats avoid collision. Do mice really like cheese? What makes manatees' farts so special? And, why are slugs so slimy?
14:05 How Do Animals Do That 1/10s.
Episode 10. Experts examine how humpback whales leap so far out of the water. Plus, why do dogs tilt their heads? Why do animals swarm? And, how do spiders shed their own skin?
14:35 Alaska Monsters 1/4s.
The Northern Giant. The team heads deep into the Alaskan Interior outside of Fairbanks to investigate reports of a gigantic bear-like creature known as the Northern Giant.
15:30 Whale Wars 4/9s.
The Giant Enemy. After months of gruelling searching, the Sea Shepherds find the Nisshin Maru. But their target is intent on escaping the Gojira, leaving them battling the deadly Antarctic ice.
16:25 Animal Cops Houston 14/13s.
Fred the Chimpanzee. SPCA investigators are called out on a shocking case - to rescue a 25-year-old chimpanzee that has been found living alone in a cage at his owner's house.
17:20 China's Last Elephants
Follow a team from The International Fund For Animal Welfare working with locals in Yunnan Province to secure a future for one of China's most treasured symbols.
18:15 Pit Bulls & Parolees 10/3s.
My Underdog Life. Lizzy and Marcel team up to catch a stray pit bull on the streets near the centre. Tia's memoir is complete and she's ready to share the first copy with her family.
19:10 Project Grizzly 1/2s.
To Teach A Bear To Fish. Jeff begins his lifelong dream of re-wilding Bob and Screech. But fishing proves more difficult than imagined and Bob appears to be falling behind.
20:05 Wildest Islands 2/2s.
Amazon River Islands: The Floating Forests. Discover the amazing creatures that inhabit the thousands of isolated jungle islands spread along the Rio Negro and Amazon River.
21:00 Alaska Monsters 1/5s.
The Alaskan Tiger. Hot on the trail of a huge feline who has been reported in the town of Paxson, Todd devises a trap, while Levi figures out a way to wirelessly trigger it.
21:55 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/7s.
Kindness of Strangers. After great flood of 2016 devastates Louisiana, Tia and the Villalobos team help the victims. An elderly woman is hospitalised and separated from her dogs.
22:50 Pit Bulls & Parolees 10/3s.
My Underdog Life. Lizzy and Marcel team up to catch a stray pit bull on the streets near the centre. Tia's memoir is complete and she's ready to share the first copy with her family.
23:45 Project Grizzly 1/2s.
To Teach A Bear To Fish. Jeff begins his lifelong dream of re-wilding Bob and Screech. But fishing proves more difficult than imagined and Bob appears to be falling behind.
00:40 Alaska Monsters 1/5s.
The Alaskan Tiger. Hot on the trail of a huge feline who has been reported in the town of Paxson, Todd devises a trap, while Levi figures out a way to wirelessly trigger it.
01:35 China's Last Elephants
Follow a team from The International Fund For Animal Welfare working with locals in Yunnan Province to secure a future for one of China's most treasured symbols.
02:25 Pit Bulls & Parolees 10/3s.
My Underdog Life. Lizzy and Marcel team up to catch a stray pit bull on the streets near the centre. Tia's memoir is complete and she's ready to share the first copy with her family.
03:15 Project Grizzly 1/2s.
To Teach A Bear To Fish. Jeff begins his lifelong dream of re-wilding Bob and Screech. But fishing proves more difficult than imagined and Bob appears to be falling behind.
04:02 Wildest Islands 2/2s.
Amazon River Islands: The Floating Forests. Discover the amazing creatures that inhabit the thousands of isolated jungle islands spread along the Rio Negro and Amazon River.
04:49 Pit Bulls & Parolees 8/7s.
Kindness of Strangers. After great flood of 2016 devastates Louisiana, Tia and the Villalobos team help the victims. An elderly woman is hospitalised and separated from her dogs.
05:36 Animal Airport 2/3s.
Episode 3. Will comes to the aid of some shaken cats. Meanwhile, Ross races against the clock to pack a shipment of Tortoises safely. But will he get them ready in time for their departure?