An unnamed man is house-sitting for his friend Imogen. Imogen calls to remind him to take her dog Rothko for a walk, but Rothko takes him for a walk instead.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Paddy ConsidineHim | Him |
 Chris MorrisRothko (voice) | Rothko (voice) |
| MMiranda PleasenceImogen/Mum | Imogen/Mum |
 Simon GreenallFather in Church | Father in Church |
 Richard LumsdenFather in Park | Father in Park |
 Christopher EttridgeBus Conductor | Bus Conductor |
 Geoffrey BeeversCleric | Cleric |
 Phil CornwellGerbil (voice) | Gerbil (voice) |
| GGed DaySeventies Dad | Seventies Dad |
| TTom PantonDog Warden | Dog Warden |
| HHayley BirdGirl in Park | Girl in Park |
| EEve Darby MacLellanGirl in Church | Girl in Church |