Co-produced by DreamWorks Animation Television and WildBrain Studios, the series premiered on January 26, 2021.[2] A second season was released on December 7, 2021.[3] A third season was released on September 19, 2022.[4][5] A fourth season was released on November 27, 2023.[6]
Premise
The series revolves around the lifestyle of two young canines, Tag Barker and Scooch Pooch, in their canine town of Pawston.
Characters
Main
Tag Barker (voiced by Michela Luci in the US dub and [2] Maisie Marsh in the UK dub) is a 6-year-old[7] orange dog resembling a Beagador. Tag is the only dog to appear in all episodes and segments, and is very energetic and open. She is skilled at making inventions.
Scooch Pooch (voiced by Callum Shoniker in the US dub and[2] Toby Fullman in the UK dub) is a 6-year-old[7] small blue dog resembling a Terrier. Scooch is a new neighbor in the town of Pawston (as he has moved in from a farm), and he is more shy and reserved compared to Tag. He's Tag's best friend and neighbor.
Maw Barker (voiced by Katie Griffin in the US dub and [2]Petra Letang in the UK dub) is a lavender dog resembling a Beagador. She is one of the Pawston blimppilots, and is the mother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker.
Paw Barker (voiced by Martin Roach in the US dub and [2] Jude Owusu in the UK dub) is a brown dog resembling a Beagador. He owns and runs the Ding Dong Doorbell store, and is the father of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker.
Cheddar Biscuit (voiced by Tajja Isen in the US dub and[2] Hannah Hutch in the UK dub) is a white polka-dotted dog resembling a Beagador. She is a clown and loves performing for people, and is the sister of Tag, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker. She's very supportive of Tag but often gets competitive with her. Gilber often performs with her on her acts.
Spike Barker (voiced by Lyon Smith[2]) is a red dog resembling a Beagador. Spike left the Race Cadets to join the Space Cadets, and is the brother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber and Yip Barker. He's very athletic and likes sports.
Gilber Barker (voiced by Lyon Smith in the US dub and [2]James Cartmell in the UK dub[8][9]) is a yellow dog resembling a Beagador, and is the schemer of the Barkers, and Tag's frenemy. He is the brother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Spike and Yip Barker. He often works alongside Cheddar Biscuit whenever she's performing or competing against Tag.
Grandma Marge Barker (voiced by Judy Marshak in the US dub and[2] Victoria Strachan in the UK dub) is a purple dog resembling a Beagador. She is the Barker family matriarch, and is the grandmother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker. Both Marge and Mort run a repair shop in Pawston.
Grandpaw Mort Barker (voiced by Patrick McKenna in the US dub and[2] Laurie Jamieson in the UK dub) is a beige dog resembling a Beagle crossed with a Basset hound. He runs a repair shop with Marge, and is the grandfather of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker.
Yip Barker (voiced by Diane Salemi) is a purple puppy resembling a Beagador. He is the brother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Spike and Gilber Barker.
Sgt Pooch (voiced by Linda Ballantyne) is a blue dog resembling a Terrier who is Scooch's mother and a police officer in Pawston.
Supporting
Frank (voiced by David Berni in the US dub and Adam Diggle in the UK dub) is a yellow bespectacled dog resembling a cross between a Beagle and a Dachshund and one of Tag's rivals. Frank is always scheming for selfish ends, and is the brains of the duo between him and Beans.
Beans (voiced by Anand Rajaram in the US dub and Shubham Saraf in the UK dub) is a large green dog resembling an Old English Sheepdog in an aviator's flight cap and one of Tag's rivals/frenemy. Beans is idiotic but kindhearted, and often serves as the muscle to Frank's schemes.
Lady Lydia (voiced by Linda Ballantyne) is a rose-colored Poodle who is famous in Pawston for having the most hats of any dog in town.
Gerald (voiced by Patrick McKenna) is a teal dog resembling a cross between a Terrier and a Great Dane. Gerald is one of Pawston's more recent arrivals, and works in the town delivering mail.
Muttfield (voiced by Patrick McKenna) is a purple dog resembling a cross between a Beagador and a Bulldog. He is a famous magician in Pawston.
Manhole Dog (Todd) (voiced by Patrick McKenna) is a beige dog resembling a Golden Retriever. As his name suggests, Manhole Dog is often seen peeking out of manholes all over Pawston, and he also wears a manhole cover on his head. He is also secretly Master Wag, a master of the art known as "Tail-kwondo".
Mayor Sniffington (voiced by Linda Ballantyne) is a purple dog resembling a cross between a Beagador and a pug who is the mayor of Pawston.
Sam Whippet (voiced by Joshua Graham) is a blue dog resembling a Greyhound. Whippet is a Pawston celebrity, having several undefeated streaks in the race course. Tag idolizes him.
The Barkapellas are a trio of dogs who sing harmonically instead of speaking. A three feature mohawks and wear ties, shirt collars and suit cuffs.
Tenor (voiced by Paul Buckley) is the tall orange male of the Barkapellas.
Bass (voiced by Reno Selmser) is the short purple male of the Barkapellas.
Alto (voiced by Zoe D'Andrea) is the medium-sized cyan female of the Barkapellas.
9.5 is a strong prime number and prime number half. He is an exercise coach at the gym.
Wind Swiftly (voiced by Ava Preston) is a purple dog. She is the captain on the Race Cadets.
Tread Lightly is a teal dog.
Doug is a yellow dog.
Wagnes (voiced by Judy Marshak) is a blue dog who works at the Big Bowl Diner.
Flip Chasely (voiced by Anand Rajaram) is a brown dog.
Catch Morely (voiced by Julie Lemieux) is a blue dog.
Donny Slippers (voiced by Jamie Watson) is a red dog.
Bernard Rubber (voiced by Joshua Graham) is a little teal dog.
Kit Whiskerton (voiced by Zarina Rocha) is a purple cat who is Tom's daughter and a friend of Tag and Scooch.
Others
Fetcher (voiced by Deven Mack) is a teal dog resembling a cross between a Beagle, a Poodle, and a Labrador retriever. Fetcher has been stranded on Ball Island ever since he was a pup after he chased after his favorite ball.
Kelly Korgi (voiced by Stacey Kay) is a peach-colored dog who resembles a cross between a corgi and a shiba inu. Korgi is a well-renowned singer and popstar amongst the citizens of Pawston, and her music is very excitedly received.
Leo Howlstead (voiced by John Stocker) is an elderly grey dog who resembles a cross between Great Dane, a husky, and a German Shepherd. Leo lives in a Senior Center and used to be a row cadet, and unlike the vast majority of his fellow seniors is very active.
Yellow (voiced by Danny Smith) is a generic yellow dog resembling a beagador. He is often seen at the amusement park target stands, and awards winners with their prizes in a deadpan manner.
Sandra Paws (voiced by Deann DeGruijter) is a large icy blue dog.
Taylee (voiced by Manvi Thapar) is a teal puppy.
Rhonda (voiced by Diane Salemi) is a light blue puppy.
Chili (voiced by Anand Rajaram) is a large red dog resembling an Old English Sheepdog. He's Beans's cousin.
Franny is a brown puppy.
Franny's Mom (voiced by Tajja Isen) is a mint green dog.
Franny's Dad (voiced by Joshua Graham) is a blue dog.
Welcome to Pawston: Tag Barker meets her new neighbor Scooch Pooch, and as she shows him around town, Tag tries everything to get him to the party in a tree. Unfortunately, her impatience ends up stranding the 2 on a mountain far from the party.
Ruff Day on the Job: Tag and Scooch help Gerald, a new mail dog, deliver the mail during his first day. The only problem? They keep getting chased by rowdy dogs!
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"Dark Park Bark Lark"
Andrew Duncan
Mark Banker
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"The Fast and the Curious"
Dark Park Bark Lark: Tag wants her and Scooch to have the best seats before a Barkapella concert at the end of the day, but Scooch has to finish off a long list of chores first. While Tag offers to help, Frank and Beans want the best concert seats, and will stop at nothing to make sure they can't get them.
The Fast and the Curious: Spike Barker has left the Race Cadets, and Tag is ecstatic about filling in his spot. When she employs Scooch as her crew chief during Race Cadet tryouts, however, she doesn't listen to him until it's too late, causing them to lose a point.
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"Old Dog, New Tricks"
Andrew DuncanKiran Sangherra
Jordana ArkinAdam Peltzman
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Snoozie-Hullabaloozie"
Old Dog New Tricks: The Barker family is having a family talent show, and when Tag chooses Grandpaw to be her teammate, they set off to find a new trick to win the show.
Snoozie-Hullabaloozie: On a special day where all of Pawston get to sleep for the entire day, Tag doesn't want to sleep, and she and Scooch try to have fun without waking up the others. When they wake Frank and Beans, however, they find the 2 are far less considerate, especially when they ring a giant doorbell and wake the whole town.
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"Show Dog, Show"
Kiran Sangherra
Matt Smith
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Keys to Victory"
Show Dog, Show: Tag has made a new car she wants to show at a one-day only car show. Unfortunately, Cheddar Biscuit brings along several of her clown friends, and they end up being later and later, which causes everyone to miss her car show until Tag and Cheddar Biscuit had an idea.
Keys to Victory: Sam Whippet, the Pawston racing champion, loses the car keys for his race car before a big race. The Race Cadet candidates are therefore needed to find it or Sam will lose for the first time in history. But in the end, it's Tag And Scooch who found Sam's car keys.
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"Pupcakes"
Kiran SangherraAndrew Duncan
Alex GanetakosBrian Clark
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Stink or Swim"
Pupcakes: Scooch has made a delicious pupcake and Tag wants everyone in Pawston to try one. Unfortunately, her gusto ends up making an absolute mess of the kitchen.
Stink or Swim: A competition is in progress to clean the beach, and the winners get the entire beach to themselves for one day. Unfortunately, Frank and Beans have no interest in cleaning the mess, and they set out to make the place an absolute pigsty.
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"A Ball for All"
Andrew Duncan
Mark Banker
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
Tag and Scooch forgot to give balls to their moms on Ballentines day, and he sets off to a legendary island full of balls to correct their big mistake where they meets a dog named Fetcher, who has been stranded on the island ever since he was a puppy.
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"Ding Dong Day"
Kiran Sangherra
Nicole Belisle
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Grand Sam"
Ding Dong Day: Paw Barker brings Tag to his doorbell store for Take Your Child to Work Day, but although she means well, Tag finds that she has yet to develop to required skills to sell doorbells.
Grand 79: The Race Candidates are undertaking an obstacle course to further his chances to become official Race Cadets, but while Cheddar Biscuit and Gilbert get a paw on teamwork, Tag and Frank are determined to beat each other, and they end up losing points for abandoning their teammates.
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"Clucky Day"
Kiran Sangherra
Adam Peltzman
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Take Me Out to the Fetch Game"
Clucky Day: Scooch is feeling down as he is missing a special day about chickens on his old farm. While Lady Lydia distracts him, Tag sets out to bring the holiday to Pawston, and sets out to get chickens with Beans's help.
Take Me Out to the Fetch Game: When Pawston's local fetchcoach mixes up game days, Tag and Scooch must find the players for the day's big fetch game before the team automatically loses, but one particular player is proving hard to find.
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"Dog the Right Thing"
Andrew Duncan
Mark Banker
January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
On the final challenge to become Race Cadets, Tag is giving it her all, but she succeeds in a way she never expects.
Season 2 (2021)
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"Snow Dog Snow"
Kiran Sangherra
Adam Peltzman
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
Christmas is headed for a disaster when Sandra Paws crash lands and his sleigh can't be fixed. While Tag and Scooch head off to save the holiday, Beans tries hard to get local scrooge Frank to understand the true meaning of the holidays.
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"All On Deck"
Andrew Duncan
Matt SmithNicole Belisle
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Bonestand and Deliver"
All Paws on Deck: A thoughtful Tag tries to re-create the first time her parents met for their anniversary, but her attempts only send the family towards chaos.
Bonestand and Deliver: Tag rallies a crew to rebuild the Bonestand for Pawston's 100th birthday, but Frank and Beans makes things difficult as the days go by.
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"Catch Me If You Sam"
Kiran Sangherra
Nicole BelisleMatt Smith
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Toy Driver"
Catch Me If You Sam: On Tag's first day as a race cadet, she tries to break the rules to win, but learns a lesson when her actions rack up guilt and almost cause harm.
Toy Driver: Ma accidentally donates Tag's old toys to puppies, and Tag hurries to get them back, but quickly learns how hurtful it can be to swipe something from a young one.
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"Frank and Beans with Chili"
Kiran Sangherra
Brittany Ashley
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Little Hound on the Prairie"
Frank and Beans with Chili: Beans feels left out when his stunt-dog cousin, Chili, comes to town and spends time with Frank, and is determined to get his best friend back. However, he takes some questionable risks doing so.
Little Hound on the Prairie: Tag learns all about her ancestors, and how they named -and built- the town of Pawston 100 years in the past.
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"Chaser and Chewer"
Andrew Duncan
Adam Peltzman
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Recipe for Adventure"
Chaser and Chewer: Tag and Scooch plays Superheroes while waiting for their next issue, but they have to stop Frank and Beans as the bad guy.
Recipe for Adventure: Tag tries to gather ingredients for a famous family recipe for some delicious cookies (which have never been made successfully in the past), but he finds that they may be biting off more than he can chew.
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"Raiders of the Lost Bark"
Andrew Duncan
Nicole Belisle
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Slow Dog Slow"
Raiders of the Lost Bark: Gilber finds an ancient golden slipper, but despite his warnings Tag and Scooch touch it and it breaks, and go on an adventure to find the other one, before Gilber figures out the truth.
Slow Dog Slow: The Race Cadets pair up with senior dogs they have to take care of them on a relaxing day, but Tag and Scooch's senior is anything but relaxing. In fact, he's still full of youthful energy and refuses to sit around or go slow.
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"Board Silly"
Kiran Sangherra
Matt Smith
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Sing for the Fences"
Board Silly: Tag and her friends turn the streets of Pawston into an interactive board game, but Frank and Beans keep cheating, wanting to win more than have fun.
Sing for the Fences: The dogs compete to write an anthem for pop star Kelly Korgi to sing at the town's anniversary bash. However, they have tough competition.
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"Fast Frank's Fixit"
Kiran Sangherra
Lucas Mills
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Tail-kwondo"
Fast Frank's Fixit: The Pawtomotive Garage (The Barker family's garage) has some competition when Frank builds a new car fixing shop nearby in an effort to get treats. Unfortunately for Frank, his fixes focus on efficiency rather than quality, and the cars he repairs fall apart not long after.
Tail-kwondo: The mysterious Master Wag invites Scooch to train at his secret cave to help him become a Tail-kwondo master, but Tag first tries a method that doesn't involve the typical training régime.
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"Happy Birthday Pawston"
Kiran Sangherra
Matt Smith & Mark Banker
December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
It's the day of the big party (Pawston's 100 anniversary bash), but Tag doesn't know if Kelly Korgi is coming to perform. Can she and Scooch fetch her in time, or will it be too late?
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"Big Dog Job"
Kiran Sangherra
Adam Peltzman
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"The Case of the Slobbery"
Big Dog Job: Tag tries to prove she’s a big dog by puppysitting Yip and cousin Rhonda all day.
The Case of the Slobbery: A giant, bone-shaped ride goes missing at the Amusement Bark.
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"Tag Team"
Andrew Duncan
Matt Smith
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Cattitude Adjustment"
Tag Team: Tag builds a robot to help Mayor Sniffington spruce up the town.
Cattitude Adjustment: The dogs roll out the welcome mat for Pawston's new fire chief — a cat!
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"Hocus Focus"
Andrew Duncan
Nicole Belisle
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Furricane"
Hocus Focus: Scooch discovers he has a gift for magic, but it doesn't come easy for Tag.
Furricane: A big storm headed straight for Pawston threatens to ruin the town picnic.
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"Mom for a Day"
Kiran Sangherra
Brittany Ashley
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Kitty in the City"
Mom for a Day: When Maw's home sick, Tag offers to take on all her jobs — but it's harder than she thought!
Kitty in the City: Tag and Scooch join newcomer Kit for a day of cat-tivities.
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"The Itch to Switch"
Shawn GulleyAndrew Duncan
Matt Smith
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Mismatched Socks"
The Itch to Switch: Scooch and Tag trade houses for the day.
Mismatched Socks: The Pawston Get Sox fetch team is adding two new mascots — and Frank and Beans are the perfect fit!
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"New Hat, New Tag!"
Andrew Duncan
Nicole Belisle
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Furry-Tail Ending"
New Hat, New Tag!: Tag tries on hats to figure out what type of dog she's meant to be.
Furry-Tail Ending: Sergeant Pooch starts reading Scooch, Tag and Kit a story — but the end is missing!
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"Bigpaw, Big Problem"
Kiran Sangherra
Lucas Mills
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Captain Scooch and Scally-Tag"
Bigpaw, Big Problem: Bigpaw's been spotted in Pawston... or has he? It's time to uncover the truth!
Captain Scooch and Scally-Tag: Tag struggles to take orders when Scooch plays captain for a pirate-themed race.
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"The Pawston Chewbilee"
Andrew Duncan
Nicole Belisle
September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Don't Go, Cat. Go!"
The Pawston Chewbilee: Tag and Kit want to win the Chewbilee Games and lead the parade to the Party Tree! But, after Dale Mation gave birth to her puppies, Tom tells Kit they'll be moving back tomorrow.
Don't Go, Cat. Go!: Kit must move back to Meowbuquerque but she isn't ready to say goodbye to Tag and Scooch.
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"Tails in the Seats"
Shawn Gulley
Peri SegelMark De Angelis
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Roadside Distraction"
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"Tough Cookies"
Katrina Hadley
Peri SegelMarty Johnson
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"More Than Meets the Tie"
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"Tail to the Chief"
Shawn Gulley
Adam PeltzmanMark De Angelis
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Chaser and Chewer: Part Chew"
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"The Puppy Whisperer"
Katrina Hadley
Peri SegelMarty Johnson
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Doggy Book of World Records"
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"The Pawmazing Race"
Katrina Hadley
Mark De Angelis & Adam Peltzman
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
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"Bridge to Meowbuquerque"
Shawn Gulley
Marty JohnsonAdam Peltzman
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"No Part Harmony"
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"Happy Pawtomotiversary"
Shawn Gulley
Peri SegelMarty Johnson
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Winner, Winner, Lasagna Dinner"
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"Bites, Camera, Action!"
Katrina Hadley
Mark De AngelisAdam Peltzman
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Stay, Dog. Stay!"
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"Whatever It Cakes"
Shawn Gulley
Marty JohnsonPeri Segel
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Haturday"
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"Trick or Thief"
Katrina Hadley
Ana SaniSaurin Choksi
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Meow-Lo-Ween"
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"The Trouble with Kibbles"
Shawn Gulley
Mark De AngelisPeri Segel
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Road to Kindness"
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"How Tag Got Her Tag"
Katrina Hadley
Adam PeltzmanMarty Johnson
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Blankie Blaster"
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"Chaser and Chewer: Part Flea"
Shawn Gulley
Peri SegelMarty Johnson
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Sing for Your Pupper"
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"Dogcathalon"
Katrina Hadley
Mark De Angelis
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
Production
The series was first announced back in 2019 as part of seven Netflix Original Preschool shows targeted at 2-6 year olds.[10] It was originally going to be released late 2020, but was delayed until January the following year. The first and second season consists of nine episodes with the third season of eight episodes and the fourth season of fourteen episodes, each 24 minutes in length.[1] All episodes featured 2 11-12 minute stories, though episodes 6, 9, 18, 31 and 40 are 2-parters and episode 10 is a full length episode.
Music
The series soundtrack is composed by Paul Buckley.[11]
Release
Go, Dog. Go! premiered on January 26, 2021, globally on Netflix.[2] A trailer was released on January 6, along with an array of teaser clips released by different publications.[12][13]
Reception
Critical reception
The review, which is from Common Sense Media, gives the series 4 out of 5 stars, and the disclaimer: "Dog adventures with oodles of preschool laughs."[14]
