1 00:00:05,839 --> 00:00:10,511 Fact: the dictionary defines a hero as a person who is admired for courage, 2 00:00:10,594 --> 00:00:13,138 outstanding achievements or noble qualities. 3 00:00:13,222 --> 00:00:15,724 Now, if you ask a bunch of third-graders... 4 00:00:15,807 --> 00:00:18,685 What does "hero" mean to you? 5 00:00:18,769 --> 00:00:20,062 Someone who can fly. 6 00:00:20,145 --> 00:00:22,648 Who avenges justice in her community. 7 00:00:22,731 --> 00:00:25,359 With super hearing and super vision. 8 00:00:25,442 --> 00:00:28,111 And saves the day by throwing cars and stuff. 9 00:00:28,195 --> 00:00:31,240 I think there are a lot of different kinds of heroes. 10 00:00:31,323 --> 00:00:32,491 -But-- -I know. 11 00:00:32,573 --> 00:00:34,868 It was rude of me to cut him off. It's okay. 12 00:00:34,952 --> 00:00:36,912 That's Charles, my little brother. 13 00:00:36,995 --> 00:00:40,123 Anyway, ask those same kids who their hero is... 14 00:00:40,207 --> 00:00:43,168 -My mom. -Definitely my mom. 15 00:00:43,252 --> 00:00:45,712 -My dad. -Billie Eilish. 16 00:00:46,213 --> 00:00:47,214 Which is funny, 17 00:00:47,297 --> 00:00:50,801 because none of my friends' parents can fly or throw a car. 18 00:00:50,884 --> 00:00:54,263 You know, I'm not sure about Billie Eilish, but I doubt it. 19 00:00:54,346 --> 00:00:59,309 Tensions ran high as local residents and nearby businesses were evacuated. 20 00:00:59,393 --> 00:01:01,520 But thanks to the unwavering courage 21 00:01:01,603 --> 00:01:04,565 of the Middleton Fire Department's first responders, 22 00:01:04,647 --> 00:01:07,651 -it looks like this... -[sighs] I really hope Dad's okay. 23 00:01:07,734 --> 00:01:09,736 He could certainly use a hot shower. 24 00:01:09,820 --> 00:01:12,197 -[both] Dad! -[chuckles] Hey. Mmm. 25 00:01:12,281 --> 00:01:15,242 -Otherwise I'm great. [chuckles] -Were you scared? 26 00:01:15,325 --> 00:01:18,537 You bet I was. If I'd gotten there just a few seconds later, 27 00:01:18,620 --> 00:01:21,415 I would have missed out on the last maple Crumbdillyicious. 28 00:01:21,498 --> 00:01:22,541 -[kids chuckle] -Ooh. 29 00:01:22,624 --> 00:01:23,959 -Glad you're safe. -Mmm. 30 00:01:24,042 --> 00:01:26,128 -Mmm. -Did they sleep? 31 00:01:26,211 --> 00:01:29,089 Lizzie got eight hours. Charles, not so much. 32 00:01:29,756 --> 00:01:33,218 -He worries about you. -Did you save anyone's life? 33 00:01:33,302 --> 00:01:35,304 As a matter of fact, I did. 34 00:01:35,387 --> 00:01:39,600 A little girl, as she was trapped, hiding in the corner of the cabin. 35 00:01:40,309 --> 00:01:42,269 -You wanna meet her? -[Lizzie] Mmm. 36 00:01:44,479 --> 00:01:47,232 -[barks] -[together] A puppy! 37 00:01:48,275 --> 00:01:50,777 -[Charles] Aw. -Can we keep her, please? 38 00:01:50,861 --> 00:01:54,239 -Oh, she could be my birthday present. -[Lizzie] That's not fair. 39 00:01:54,323 --> 00:01:57,034 -She should be my dog. I'm older. -So? 40 00:01:57,117 --> 00:01:59,411 So I know way more about dogs than you do. 41 00:01:59,494 --> 00:02:02,414 -Guys, that's enough. -You know more about dogs than anyone. 42 00:02:02,497 --> 00:02:05,167 -So what? Mom, tell her I'm right. -[Lizzie] Dad, come on. 43 00:02:05,250 --> 00:02:08,044 Okay. Hey. Listen up. Your dad and I discussed this, 44 00:02:08,127 --> 00:02:10,255 and we don't think we're ready for a puppy. 45 00:02:10,339 --> 00:02:12,382 -What? -What? When did you discuss this? 46 00:02:12,466 --> 00:02:15,427 Just now. We looked at each other like this. 47 00:02:17,137 --> 00:02:18,931 How's that a discussion? 48 00:02:19,014 --> 00:02:22,976 Just like when I look at you like this, you know exactly what it means. 49 00:02:24,144 --> 00:02:27,523 -It means we can't keep her. -The station is printing up flyers 50 00:02:27,606 --> 00:02:30,734 and sending an email blast to see if we can locate her owner. 51 00:02:30,817 --> 00:02:34,238 Did you know if a missing pet's owner hasn't been located within seven days, 52 00:02:34,321 --> 00:02:36,782 there's a 90% chance that it's been abandoned? 53 00:02:36,865 --> 00:02:41,370 So, while you're looking for her owner, where is she going to stay? 54 00:02:45,165 --> 00:02:47,793 I have a great feeling about this discussion. 55 00:02:47,876 --> 00:02:48,877 Me too. 56 00:02:50,462 --> 00:02:54,883 I mean, it's only a few days. How much damage can she do to the mudroom? 57 00:02:54,967 --> 00:02:56,844 -Yes! [chuckles] -Yes! Thank you. 58 00:02:56,927 --> 00:02:58,762 -Told ya. -Aw. 59 00:02:58,846 --> 00:03:01,765 I just thought of a great name. Ashley. 60 00:03:01,849 --> 00:03:05,310 We can call her Ash, since Dad found her in the ashes. 61 00:03:05,394 --> 00:03:08,564 Or, since she rose from the ashes, we could call her Phoenix. 62 00:03:08,647 --> 00:03:11,149 I'm reading a book on mythological creatures. 63 00:03:11,733 --> 00:03:14,194 -But I like the name Ash too. -[chuckles] 64 00:03:14,778 --> 00:03:18,323 Anyway, I have a work deadline, so she's your responsibility. 65 00:03:18,407 --> 00:03:20,868 Feeding, cleaning, keeping her out of trouble. 66 00:03:20,951 --> 00:03:22,202 We got it covered, Mom. 67 00:03:22,286 --> 00:03:28,333 And let's keep her off the new rug. Your dad gets a pass this one time. 68 00:03:28,917 --> 00:03:29,918 [chuckles] 69 00:03:30,002 --> 00:03:32,671 Since it's Ash's first day in a strange new place, 70 00:03:32,754 --> 00:03:36,341 I think it would be a great idea for Charles and I to stay home from school 71 00:03:36,425 --> 00:03:39,678 -and keep her company. -Yeah, that's a great idea. 72 00:03:39,761 --> 00:03:41,471 -Can we? -[Ash whimpers] 73 00:03:42,848 --> 00:03:43,849 [sighs] 74 00:03:46,894 --> 00:03:47,978 [Charles sighs] 75 00:04:03,368 --> 00:04:04,369 [scoffs] 76 00:04:05,621 --> 00:04:07,789 What? [groans] 77 00:04:08,332 --> 00:04:10,667 [electricity crackles] 78 00:04:18,634 --> 00:04:21,345 -Debate club? -Just handed in my closing statements. 79 00:04:21,428 --> 00:04:23,805 -Cooking class? -They ran out of flour. 80 00:04:23,889 --> 00:04:26,266 -Excellent. Bus stop at 3:00? -Copy that. 81 00:04:30,103 --> 00:04:32,105 [barks, whines] 82 00:04:32,689 --> 00:04:35,317 What a good pup. [chuckles] 83 00:04:35,400 --> 00:04:37,778 Who's a good pup? You are. 84 00:04:37,861 --> 00:04:39,571 -[clears throat] -Huh? 85 00:04:40,280 --> 00:04:43,867 I've been called many things, Mr. Peterson, but a good pup... 86 00:04:43,951 --> 00:04:47,120 that's a first. Hope you had a lovely nap. 87 00:04:49,122 --> 00:04:51,333 [ticking] 88 00:04:53,544 --> 00:04:56,296 [bell rings] 89 00:05:01,969 --> 00:05:04,012 Hey, uh, Charles, what's in the bag? 90 00:05:04,096 --> 00:05:07,975 Uh, some vegan chili, pretzel dust, half a grilled cheese sand-- 91 00:05:08,058 --> 00:05:10,727 You can't just feed a puppy random leftovers. 92 00:05:10,811 --> 00:05:14,314 -It has to have a well-balanced diet. -Yeah, I know that. 93 00:05:14,940 --> 00:05:16,817 Okay, we can't make any mistakes. 94 00:05:16,900 --> 00:05:19,903 If we wanna convince Mom and Dad to let us keep Ash, 95 00:05:19,987 --> 00:05:22,322 -everything has to be perfect. -Oh. 96 00:05:26,201 --> 00:05:27,452 Oh, boy. 97 00:05:27,536 --> 00:05:30,122 -[Charles] Oh, God. -What did you do? 98 00:05:32,165 --> 00:05:34,585 Oh, yuck! You still smell like smoke. 99 00:05:34,668 --> 00:05:37,087 Okay. We have half an hour before Mom gets home. 100 00:05:37,171 --> 00:05:39,089 I'll give her a bath. You clean the room. 101 00:05:39,173 --> 00:05:41,967 Why can't I give her a bath and you clean the room? 102 00:05:42,050 --> 00:05:45,637 Charles, we don't have time to argue. We have to work together as a team. 103 00:05:45,721 --> 00:05:47,472 That's the only way we'll keep her. 104 00:05:47,556 --> 00:05:49,808 Okay, but is she gonna be my dog or your dog? 105 00:05:49,892 --> 00:05:51,852 Neither. She'll be our dog. Okay? 106 00:05:51,935 --> 00:05:54,479 Okay. Why can't I give her a bath and you clean the room? 107 00:05:54,563 --> 00:05:57,691 You might get soap in her eyes. We'd have to rinse it out with saline, 108 00:05:57,774 --> 00:06:00,736 which we don't have, because Mom threw it out after Dad got LASIK. 109 00:06:00,819 --> 00:06:03,488 -Although we could make some with two-- -It's fine. 110 00:06:03,572 --> 00:06:06,408 [sighs] You wash the dog and I'll clean the room. 111 00:06:06,491 --> 00:06:08,243 Perfect. Come on, Ash. 112 00:06:10,245 --> 00:06:11,455 [sighs] 113 00:06:17,461 --> 00:06:21,465 [gasps] Mom just pulled up. The mudroom's clean. How was Ash's bath? 114 00:06:25,511 --> 00:06:27,012 Surprising. [chuckles] 115 00:06:27,095 --> 00:06:30,265 -No way! -Very much way. 116 00:06:30,766 --> 00:06:34,102 She was covered in soot. Turns out she's actually a golden retriever. 117 00:06:34,186 --> 00:06:36,396 Lizzie? Charles? 118 00:06:36,480 --> 00:06:37,731 In here. 119 00:06:38,273 --> 00:06:40,442 Okay. Time to introduce Mom to... 120 00:06:40,526 --> 00:06:43,403 -Goldie. -Goldie? 121 00:06:43,487 --> 00:06:46,031 Well, she doesn't look like an Ash anymore, does she? 122 00:06:46,114 --> 00:06:48,450 Goldie the golden retriever? 123 00:06:50,285 --> 00:06:51,495 I like it. [chuckles] 124 00:06:51,578 --> 00:06:54,414 So, how was Ash's first day-- 125 00:06:55,541 --> 00:06:56,542 Who's that? Uh-- 126 00:06:56,625 --> 00:06:58,377 [pants, whines] 127 00:06:59,211 --> 00:07:00,212 [Goldie yips] 128 00:07:00,295 --> 00:07:02,297 [sniffing] 129 00:07:03,507 --> 00:07:04,508 [whimpers] 130 00:07:04,591 --> 00:07:07,302 We were really worried about smoke inhalation. 131 00:07:07,386 --> 00:07:09,137 It can be really bad for dogs. 132 00:07:09,221 --> 00:07:10,973 I think she knows that. 133 00:07:11,056 --> 00:07:13,642 Oh! I do see something in here. 134 00:07:14,268 --> 00:07:17,312 A cute little pink puppy eardrum. [chuckles] 135 00:07:17,396 --> 00:07:19,356 Her lungs are good. Her heartbeat's spot on. 136 00:07:19,439 --> 00:07:20,941 She is healthy and good to go. 137 00:07:21,024 --> 00:07:23,318 So, how much do we owe you? 138 00:07:23,402 --> 00:07:24,570 Let me see. 139 00:07:24,653 --> 00:07:28,949 Checkups on adorable puppies rescued from burning buildings are on the house. 140 00:07:29,032 --> 00:07:30,450 -[Charles chuckles] -Thanks. 141 00:07:30,534 --> 00:07:31,743 -Mmm. -Thank you. 142 00:07:31,827 --> 00:07:34,830 Thank you both for taking such good care of Goldie. She's perfect. 143 00:07:34,913 --> 00:07:38,917 -Now all she needs is a lot of PLC. -You mean TLC? 144 00:07:39,001 --> 00:07:42,629 No, PLC. Patience, love and consistency. 145 00:07:42,713 --> 00:07:45,382 I know she's not gonna get a shortage of love from you two, 146 00:07:45,465 --> 00:07:49,094 -but puppy training can take time. -If you have any tips... 147 00:07:49,678 --> 00:07:53,265 Well, I am a huge fan of early interspecies socialization. 148 00:07:53,849 --> 00:07:55,475 Introducing her to other dogs. 149 00:07:55,559 --> 00:07:57,936 There has been some debate in the pet care community, 150 00:07:58,020 --> 00:08:00,439 -but I feel they're-- -Debate. 151 00:08:00,522 --> 00:08:02,608 -No, I'm late for the tournament. -Oh. 152 00:08:02,691 --> 00:08:03,775 Uh, I gotta go. 153 00:08:03,859 --> 00:08:06,778 Hey, please promise me you will take her straight home. 154 00:08:06,862 --> 00:08:09,114 -Yeah. Promise. -Bye. 155 00:08:09,198 --> 00:08:11,241 -Bye. -[Goldie whines] 156 00:08:11,325 --> 00:08:13,785 -Get her all to yourself. -[both chuckle] 157 00:08:13,869 --> 00:08:15,412 [Goldie panting] 158 00:08:15,495 --> 00:08:16,830 Goldie, look. 159 00:08:17,414 --> 00:08:19,291 [Goldie whimpers] 160 00:08:22,085 --> 00:08:23,086 Hi. 161 00:08:24,421 --> 00:08:27,090 I saw your golden retriever sitting in the window, 162 00:08:27,174 --> 00:08:30,469 and I thought that maybe they could socialization-ize. 163 00:08:30,552 --> 00:08:34,472 Socialize? With Rufus? [chuckling] Oh, no, no, no. 164 00:08:34,556 --> 00:08:38,894 The only thing Rufus wants to do is sit by himself and stare out that window. 165 00:08:40,437 --> 00:08:41,355 Why? 166 00:08:41,438 --> 00:08:46,026 He's been that way ever since my beloved Henry passed away last year. 167 00:08:47,569 --> 00:08:48,946 I-I'm sorry. 168 00:08:52,741 --> 00:08:57,871 Look. I know you don't know me or Goldie, but could we try? 169 00:08:57,955 --> 00:09:01,708 I mean, I think it could be really good for her and Rufus. 170 00:09:01,792 --> 00:09:04,503 And then my parents might let me keep her. 171 00:09:04,586 --> 00:09:07,422 It couldn't hurt if they just meet, right? 172 00:09:07,506 --> 00:09:09,591 Oh, it could hurt all right. 173 00:09:09,675 --> 00:09:13,470 Rufus has gotten kind of prickly in his old age, 174 00:09:13,554 --> 00:09:17,933 and your pup is much more likely to end up a chew toy than a protégée. 175 00:09:18,016 --> 00:09:19,935 -Now, you should go home... -[Goldie barks] 176 00:09:20,018 --> 00:09:23,230 -...and I need to get back to-- Rufus! -[both barking] 177 00:09:23,313 --> 00:09:25,440 Oh, no! Oh, no, no! Rufus! 178 00:09:25,524 --> 00:09:27,860 -Goldie, stop! -[woman] Rufus, no! Rufus! 179 00:09:27,943 --> 00:09:29,319 [both growling] 180 00:09:29,403 --> 00:09:31,446 Grandma, what's going on? 181 00:09:32,030 --> 00:09:34,575 [chuckling] That's what's going on, Sammy. 182 00:09:34,658 --> 00:09:37,828 -No way. -Very much way. 183 00:09:40,038 --> 00:09:42,332 It's weird we've never seen each other at school. 184 00:09:42,416 --> 00:09:46,003 I don't know too many kids. My grandma and I just moved here four months ago. 185 00:09:46,670 --> 00:09:49,965 -Was that after your grandpa died? -My grandpa? 186 00:09:50,048 --> 00:09:51,800 Your grandpa. Henry. 187 00:09:51,884 --> 00:09:56,054 Oh. No. Henry was our other dog. He was really old. 188 00:09:56,138 --> 00:09:57,347 Oh. 189 00:09:58,640 --> 00:10:02,519 -Goldie really loves that bone. -I can't believe Rufus let her have it. 190 00:10:02,603 --> 00:10:05,856 The peanut butter ones are his favorite. He must really like her. 191 00:10:05,939 --> 00:10:08,650 -I think she likes him too. -[Goldie grunts] 192 00:10:09,318 --> 00:10:11,528 Um, does Rufus do any tricks? 193 00:10:11,612 --> 00:10:14,281 A few. Hey, Rufus. Paw bump. 194 00:10:15,532 --> 00:10:18,368 [chuckles] Cool. Do you think you could teach Goldie? 195 00:10:18,452 --> 00:10:20,245 I don't know. But we can try. 196 00:10:25,125 --> 00:10:26,752 So, how was the debate? 197 00:10:26,835 --> 00:10:29,796 Your sister was amazing. I think you would have enjoyed it. 198 00:10:29,880 --> 00:10:32,424 -Where were you? -It's a long story, but-- 199 00:10:32,508 --> 00:10:34,676 -Morning. -You slept late. 200 00:10:34,760 --> 00:10:36,386 -[barks] -Oh. Morning. 201 00:10:36,970 --> 00:10:38,430 Rough night at the station. 202 00:10:38,514 --> 00:10:41,391 Took me forever to beat Lt. Fleckman at Mega Cart Racer. 203 00:10:41,475 --> 00:10:44,937 Congrats. I know how hard you've been working on your brake drifting. 204 00:10:45,020 --> 00:10:46,480 -[chuckles] -Any puppy updates? 205 00:10:46,563 --> 00:10:50,108 Ah. As a matter of fact, I have both good news and bad news. 206 00:10:51,610 --> 00:10:53,195 Uh, bad first, please. 207 00:10:53,278 --> 00:10:56,823 No one has come forward to claim her, so it looks like you were right. 208 00:10:56,907 --> 00:10:58,408 Goldie might have been abandoned. 209 00:10:59,535 --> 00:11:03,539 -So, the good news is? -A newlywed couple saw the flyer, 210 00:11:03,622 --> 00:11:06,250 and they are very interested in adopting Goldie. 211 00:11:07,417 --> 00:11:10,504 -They're coming this weekend to meet her. -You said good news. 212 00:11:10,587 --> 00:11:12,464 That's the worst news ever! 213 00:11:12,548 --> 00:11:16,635 -Honey, we said a few days. -No, you said a few days. 214 00:11:16,718 --> 00:11:21,306 Come on. Goldie is such a good puppy. And smart. Watch. 215 00:11:23,100 --> 00:11:25,102 Wait, what are you doing? 216 00:11:25,686 --> 00:11:27,980 Charles, I told you to keep her off the new rug. 217 00:11:28,063 --> 00:11:30,440 I taught her a trick. Trust me. 218 00:11:31,400 --> 00:11:33,151 Okay, Goldie. Paw bump. 219 00:11:34,570 --> 00:11:35,863 [sighs] 220 00:11:35,946 --> 00:11:37,531 Come on, you know this. Paw bump. 221 00:11:37,614 --> 00:11:40,158 -[liquid splashing] -Goldie, no! 222 00:11:40,993 --> 00:11:43,370 Come on, little girl. Hey. Let's go outside. 223 00:11:43,453 --> 00:11:45,372 Charles, meet me in the kitchen. 224 00:11:45,455 --> 00:11:47,916 And bring both of your piggy banks. 225 00:11:48,876 --> 00:11:51,003 -[sighs] -Great trick, Charles. 226 00:11:51,086 --> 00:11:53,630 Thanks for ruining any chance we ever had. 227 00:11:53,714 --> 00:11:56,049 -[kids laughing, chattering] -[sighs heavily] 228 00:11:56,133 --> 00:11:59,094 So, yeah. I totally blew it. 229 00:12:02,097 --> 00:12:04,600 [sighs] Lizzie won't talk to me... 230 00:12:05,726 --> 00:12:08,687 which I guess isn't all bad, but still. 231 00:12:08,770 --> 00:12:10,939 Wait, no. Here, use this. 232 00:12:12,191 --> 00:12:14,359 It's the only straw you'll ever need. 233 00:12:14,443 --> 00:12:17,696 I mean, do you know how many trees that saves? And turtles. 234 00:12:17,779 --> 00:12:20,282 I bet my parents won't even let me have a turtle now. 235 00:12:20,365 --> 00:12:23,744 That's a good thing. Turtles are much happier in their natural habitats, 236 00:12:23,827 --> 00:12:25,913 and they can live for over a hundred years. 237 00:12:25,996 --> 00:12:28,874 I mean, like, who would take care of it then? 238 00:12:28,957 --> 00:12:31,543 -[sighs] -I'm-- I'm just saying. 239 00:12:31,627 --> 00:12:35,547 [sighs] I'm gonna have to wait until I'm a grown-up to get a puppy. 240 00:12:35,631 --> 00:12:36,632 Well, 241 00:12:36,715 --> 00:12:40,594 if you wanna bring Goldie to my house, we can maybe teach her more tricks. 242 00:12:40,677 --> 00:12:42,930 Then maybe your parents will change their minds 243 00:12:43,013 --> 00:12:45,849 -before those people come to meet her. -I don't know. 244 00:12:45,933 --> 00:12:50,938 Please. Rufus is sad. He spends all day just staring out the window. 245 00:12:51,021 --> 00:12:53,106 But he loved playing with Goldie. 246 00:12:53,190 --> 00:12:56,068 And so did I. She reminds me a lot of Henry. 247 00:12:56,652 --> 00:13:01,240 Why not? I guess the worst that can happen is she pees on your grandma's rug. 248 00:13:01,323 --> 00:13:02,449 [both chuckle] 249 00:13:02,533 --> 00:13:04,201 -Paw bump? -Yeah. 250 00:13:12,501 --> 00:13:15,003 -It's me. -That's why I locked it. 251 00:13:15,087 --> 00:13:19,466 Come on, Lizzie. I know I messed up. But I think I know a way I can fix it. 252 00:13:20,300 --> 00:13:25,180 [sighs] But I can't do it without you. We're a team, right? 253 00:13:27,474 --> 00:13:28,934 [lock clicks] 254 00:13:34,606 --> 00:13:36,400 Okay, Rufus. Sit. 255 00:13:37,192 --> 00:13:39,361 Ah, there you go. Your turn. 256 00:13:39,444 --> 00:13:42,030 -Hey, Goldie. Up, and then sit. -[Charles] Up. 257 00:13:42,698 --> 00:13:45,868 To sit you gotta stand up. So, up and then sit. 258 00:13:48,161 --> 00:13:51,582 [no audible dialogue] 259 00:13:51,665 --> 00:13:54,960 [barks] 260 00:13:55,043 --> 00:13:56,336 [Rufus barks] 261 00:13:56,920 --> 00:13:59,381 She really loves those peanut butter bones. 262 00:13:59,464 --> 00:14:00,757 [Rufus barks] 263 00:14:01,341 --> 00:14:02,968 [no audible dialogue] 264 00:14:03,051 --> 00:14:05,053 [whines] 265 00:14:16,315 --> 00:14:17,316 [Charles sighs] 266 00:14:17,900 --> 00:14:19,151 Hey, Charles. 267 00:14:19,735 --> 00:14:23,906 Listen, I feel bad for getting so mad at you. You didn't deserve it. 268 00:14:23,989 --> 00:14:24,990 -[sighs] -I mean, 269 00:14:25,073 --> 00:14:28,160 a lot of the times you do, but... not this time. 270 00:14:28,243 --> 00:14:31,538 It's okay. You thought we were gonna lose Goldie. 271 00:14:31,622 --> 00:14:34,583 -I'd be mad too. -Not just that. 272 00:14:34,666 --> 00:14:38,086 I think... [chuckles] ...sometimes I like to feel in control. 273 00:14:38,170 --> 00:14:39,546 Sometimes? 274 00:14:40,214 --> 00:14:44,426 Anyway. [chuckles] As part of a team, I know I can't control everything. 275 00:14:44,510 --> 00:14:46,261 You get a pass this one time. 276 00:14:46,845 --> 00:14:48,096 Thanks. 277 00:14:48,180 --> 00:14:52,100 Okay. We have three days to train Goldie until those people come. 278 00:14:52,184 --> 00:14:54,811 And then when Mom and Dad see how amazing you are, 279 00:14:54,895 --> 00:14:56,813 you get to live with us forever. 280 00:14:56,897 --> 00:14:58,315 [Goldie whines] 281 00:14:59,775 --> 00:15:00,776 [Lizzie] Come on. 282 00:15:00,859 --> 00:15:02,653 Come on. Come on. 283 00:15:03,362 --> 00:15:05,614 [chuckles] And here they are. 284 00:15:05,697 --> 00:15:07,324 -And this must be Goldie. -[gasps] 285 00:15:07,407 --> 00:15:09,409 [woman] You are so cute. 286 00:15:09,493 --> 00:15:10,577 Kids, meet the Lus. 287 00:15:10,661 --> 00:15:14,957 I thought they weren't coming till Saturday. 288 00:15:15,040 --> 00:15:18,418 We've been staring at Goldie's picture every day. We couldn't wait. 289 00:15:18,502 --> 00:15:21,338 -Can we pet her? -[Charles] Yeah. Uh... 290 00:15:21,421 --> 00:15:25,509 Just, right now she-- she's thirsty. 291 00:15:25,592 --> 00:15:28,971 -Yeah, thirsty. -Yeah. She-- You know, you gotta hydrate. 292 00:15:29,054 --> 00:15:30,055 [Lizzie chuckles] 293 00:15:31,431 --> 00:15:33,851 Okay. So, couple questions. [chuckles] 294 00:15:33,934 --> 00:15:35,352 Is your yard fenced in? 295 00:15:35,853 --> 00:15:38,814 It is. Three acres, so there's plenty of room for her to run. 296 00:15:38,897 --> 00:15:43,193 Mmm. I mean, that's good, but she can't just run around all the time by herself. 297 00:15:43,277 --> 00:15:46,154 It's important that there's someone home most of the day. 298 00:15:46,238 --> 00:15:49,241 -Lizzie. -I work from home. 299 00:15:49,324 --> 00:15:52,327 I'm an organic chef, and you'll be happy to know I plan on cooking 300 00:15:52,411 --> 00:15:53,704 all Goldie's food myself. 301 00:15:53,787 --> 00:15:57,249 Puppies have very different nutritional needs from adult dogs. 302 00:15:57,332 --> 00:16:00,627 -I think we've got it covered. -[adults laughing] 303 00:16:00,711 --> 00:16:02,880 Don was actually in his third year of vet school 304 00:16:02,963 --> 00:16:05,465 when he left to start up his own eyeglass company. 305 00:16:05,549 --> 00:16:07,301 For every pair of glasses we sell, 306 00:16:07,384 --> 00:16:10,220 we donate one to a needy child from an underdeveloped country. 307 00:16:10,304 --> 00:16:15,017 -So, college dropout? I don't know. -Lizzie, that's enough. 308 00:16:15,726 --> 00:16:19,396 I'm sorry. They've grown quite attached to the puppy. 309 00:16:19,479 --> 00:16:21,899 It's totally understandable. 310 00:16:21,982 --> 00:16:24,401 -Sorry, here's Goldie. -[panting] 311 00:16:25,485 --> 00:16:26,737 [Mrs. Lu chuckles] 312 00:16:26,820 --> 00:16:29,781 -Wish me luck. -[Lizzie] Peanut butter? 313 00:16:29,865 --> 00:16:32,409 -[chuckles] -[chuckles] Hi! So cute. 314 00:16:32,492 --> 00:16:35,037 Hey, uh, Mom, is it okay if we let Goldie off the leash? 315 00:16:35,120 --> 00:16:39,249 I think it would be good for the Lus to see her when she's more relaxed. 316 00:16:39,333 --> 00:16:41,960 -You know a lot about dogs. -Sure do. 317 00:16:42,044 --> 00:16:43,128 Okay. 318 00:16:46,673 --> 00:16:47,591 Oh, cute. 319 00:16:51,970 --> 00:16:54,723 -[growling] -Oh! My purse. Uh... 320 00:16:54,806 --> 00:16:56,141 -Oh. -Oh. 321 00:16:56,225 --> 00:16:57,184 [Mrs. Lu] Uh... 322 00:16:57,267 --> 00:16:59,770 Just being a puppy. Okay, Goldie. Put it down. 323 00:16:59,853 --> 00:17:01,063 [Mrs. Lu grunts] 324 00:17:01,146 --> 00:17:02,105 -Goldie. -Uh, okay. 325 00:17:02,189 --> 00:17:03,732 -[Mrs. Lu] Um, uh... -[grunts] 326 00:17:03,815 --> 00:17:04,858 -Oh. -[dad] I-- Goldie. 327 00:17:04,942 --> 00:17:06,234 -[both yell] -[fabric rips] 328 00:17:06,984 --> 00:17:08,569 -[all exclaiming] -[dad] Oh, God. 329 00:17:08,654 --> 00:17:11,573 Goldie, you definitely have a wild streak. 330 00:17:12,241 --> 00:17:13,242 [sighs] 331 00:17:13,325 --> 00:17:15,327 [crickets chirping] 332 00:17:16,744 --> 00:17:18,539 That will go down in history. 333 00:17:18,622 --> 00:17:21,750 The great puppy peanut butter prank of the twenty-first century. 334 00:17:21,834 --> 00:17:24,962 I don't think the Lus will be getting a puppy for a long time. 335 00:17:25,045 --> 00:17:26,547 [Lizzie chuckles] 336 00:17:27,798 --> 00:17:29,591 You know, I hope you're wrong. 337 00:17:29,675 --> 00:17:33,011 They'd be a great family, just for the right dog. 338 00:17:33,095 --> 00:17:36,765 As long as it's not Goldie. She's ours. 339 00:17:36,849 --> 00:17:40,227 -Well, that was something. -I know. 340 00:17:40,310 --> 00:17:44,439 It's so interesting how dogs behave around people they just don't like. 341 00:17:44,523 --> 00:17:49,111 And look how she acts around the people who she does like. 342 00:17:49,194 --> 00:17:50,946 You're not mad at her, are you? 343 00:17:51,029 --> 00:17:53,907 Of course not. It's not Goldie's fault. 344 00:17:53,991 --> 00:17:56,410 We had no idea what a handful she was. 345 00:17:56,493 --> 00:17:59,788 What do you mean? And why do you have Goldie's leash? 346 00:18:00,706 --> 00:18:04,334 Your dad and I found a wonderful animal shelter right here in Middleton. 347 00:18:04,418 --> 00:18:07,588 They're better equipped to handle an energetic puppy like Goldie. 348 00:18:07,671 --> 00:18:10,382 -[chuckles] -And it really is the best option for her. 349 00:18:10,465 --> 00:18:13,552 -I'm gonna drop her off tomorrow. -Dad, you can't! 350 00:18:13,635 --> 00:18:17,306 Honey, this is a debate you're not going to win. 351 00:18:17,389 --> 00:18:19,641 You two can say goodbye in the morning, okay? 352 00:18:20,559 --> 00:18:21,768 Come on, sweetheart. 353 00:18:26,148 --> 00:18:27,691 -[whines] -[dad] Come on. 354 00:18:29,151 --> 00:18:32,821 I messed up... again. 355 00:18:41,330 --> 00:18:42,331 Hey. 356 00:18:44,416 --> 00:18:46,877 [sighs] Couldn't wait until the morning either? 357 00:18:46,960 --> 00:18:49,922 You know how I can never sleep when Dad's out fighting a fire? 358 00:18:50,005 --> 00:18:50,923 Yeah? 359 00:18:51,006 --> 00:18:54,593 -Well, Goldie has a mom and dad too. -[whines] 360 00:18:54,676 --> 00:18:56,553 Probably brothers and sisters. 361 00:18:56,637 --> 00:18:59,515 Do you think she wonders if they're ever gonna come back? 362 00:18:59,598 --> 00:19:00,641 [Goldie groans] 363 00:19:01,141 --> 00:19:02,267 I don't know. 364 00:19:02,351 --> 00:19:06,605 Now all she has is us. And we're giving her away. 365 00:19:06,688 --> 00:19:07,940 It's not fair. 366 00:19:08,023 --> 00:19:12,402 Well, you know, Charles, so many people are gonna see Goldie at that shelter. 367 00:19:12,486 --> 00:19:15,322 They're gonna fall in love with her and wanna take her home 368 00:19:15,405 --> 00:19:18,450 -and make her a part of their family. -[Goldie groans, whines] 369 00:19:18,534 --> 00:19:20,494 Do you really think so? 370 00:19:21,745 --> 00:19:24,081 -I do. -I hope you're right. 371 00:19:24,748 --> 00:19:28,961 You know, sometimes if you believe good things will happen, they do. 372 00:19:29,044 --> 00:19:33,465 That's why I can sleep when Dad's away. I always know he's gonna come home safe. 373 00:19:33,549 --> 00:19:34,550 [chuckles] 374 00:19:35,801 --> 00:19:38,554 [birds singing] 375 00:19:40,305 --> 00:19:42,224 -[dad clears throat] -[mom] Hey. 376 00:19:42,307 --> 00:19:45,727 Morning. I just got a strange voice mail from Don Lu. 377 00:19:45,811 --> 00:19:49,147 Something about being able to make a sandwich with his pants. 378 00:19:49,231 --> 00:19:50,816 [mom] And then we found this. 379 00:19:52,860 --> 00:19:54,152 Uh-oh. 380 00:19:54,236 --> 00:19:58,115 And that was the plan: to train Goldie with Rufus every day this week 381 00:19:58,198 --> 00:20:01,702 so you could see how great she is and finally let us keep her. 382 00:20:01,785 --> 00:20:04,663 But the Lus came early and ruined everything. 383 00:20:04,746 --> 00:20:08,000 You know, if you think about it, it's actually all their fault. 384 00:20:08,083 --> 00:20:09,835 -Yeah. Mmm. -So, yeah. 385 00:20:09,918 --> 00:20:12,796 -Are you done? -One more thing. 386 00:20:12,880 --> 00:20:16,216 Charles and I will agree to a 50% allowance reduction 387 00:20:16,300 --> 00:20:21,054 for however long it takes to pay back the Lus for ruining her expensive purse. 388 00:20:21,138 --> 00:20:22,347 And his pants. 389 00:20:22,431 --> 00:20:24,474 -Yep. -Now we're done. 390 00:20:24,558 --> 00:20:25,934 -[dad] Mm-hmm. -[mom] Okay. 391 00:20:26,018 --> 00:20:28,604 Let me tell you two something about good parenting. 392 00:20:28,687 --> 00:20:31,273 -[groaning] -[mom] Okay. All right. 393 00:20:31,356 --> 00:20:35,611 Listen up. No matter how hard you try, you make mistakes, 394 00:20:35,694 --> 00:20:37,905 -a lot of them. -[mom sighs] 395 00:20:37,988 --> 00:20:40,532 At the end of the day, that's not what's important. 396 00:20:40,616 --> 00:20:44,244 Because the most important thing about being a good parent 397 00:20:44,328 --> 00:20:46,496 is doing what's best for your kids. 398 00:20:46,580 --> 00:20:50,918 [scoffs] So your point is you know what's best for us, 399 00:20:51,001 --> 00:20:53,003 and that's giving away Goldie? 400 00:20:53,086 --> 00:20:56,465 And even though we totally disagree, 401 00:20:56,548 --> 00:20:59,760 it doesn't matter, because you're being good parents? 402 00:20:59,843 --> 00:21:01,762 -You two messed up. All right? -Mm-hmm. 403 00:21:01,845 --> 00:21:05,641 Like your dad said, all good parents make mistakes. 404 00:21:06,850 --> 00:21:09,811 -Wait, we're the good parents? -[dad chuckles] 405 00:21:09,895 --> 00:21:11,063 When you were little, 406 00:21:11,146 --> 00:21:14,816 we were having a terrible thunderstorm and you could not fall asleep. 407 00:21:14,900 --> 00:21:16,735 Wanna know what your dad and I did? 408 00:21:16,818 --> 00:21:19,905 We built a blanket fort and stayed with you all night long. 409 00:21:19,988 --> 00:21:22,032 Looked a lot like the one you two built 410 00:21:22,115 --> 00:21:23,116 -for Goldie. -Mm-hmm. 411 00:21:23,200 --> 00:21:26,328 -I think we used the same blankets. -Mm-hmm. [chuckles] 412 00:21:26,411 --> 00:21:32,417 And when we saw that, we both realized you're ready for a puppy of your own. 413 00:21:32,501 --> 00:21:33,585 -[gasps] Really? -What? 414 00:21:33,669 --> 00:21:35,754 And we didn't even have to look at each other. 415 00:21:35,838 --> 00:21:37,047 -Yes! -Oh, my... 416 00:21:37,130 --> 00:21:39,716 But only after you call the Lus and apologize. 417 00:21:39,800 --> 00:21:43,053 And promise to keep her off the rug until we put in a doggy door. 418 00:21:43,136 --> 00:21:44,263 -Okay. Deal. -Yes! Okay. 419 00:21:44,346 --> 00:21:45,472 Come on. 420 00:21:45,556 --> 00:21:49,309 -Goldie! Goldie! Goldie! -Goldie! Goldie, guess what? Goldie. 421 00:21:50,602 --> 00:21:52,479 [Lizzie] Goldie? Where is she? 422 00:21:54,523 --> 00:21:56,942 -Goldie? -Goldie? 423 00:21:57,025 --> 00:21:58,652 Come on. It's okay, girl. 424 00:22:00,529 --> 00:22:02,573 -[Lizzie] Charles? -What? 425 00:22:04,575 --> 00:22:07,494 I think Goldie might have made her own doggy door. 426 00:22:09,204 --> 00:22:11,498 -Goldie! -Goldie! 427 00:22:11,582 --> 00:22:14,251 -[Charles] Goldie! -Goldie! Where is she? 428 00:22:14,334 --> 00:22:16,879 Do you think she knew she was going to the shelter? 429 00:22:16,962 --> 00:22:20,549 She's smart, but not that smart. Maybe she just wanted to play? 430 00:22:20,632 --> 00:22:22,885 That doesn't make sense. Why would she run away? 431 00:22:22,968 --> 00:22:25,554 -She can play with us. -I don't know, Charles. 432 00:22:25,637 --> 00:22:26,930 [gasps] 433 00:22:27,014 --> 00:22:29,224 I know where she is. Follow me. 434 00:22:31,393 --> 00:22:34,396 [dog barking] 435 00:22:40,194 --> 00:22:42,196 [Goldie growling] 436 00:22:43,822 --> 00:22:46,116 -[Sammy chuckles] -[grandma chuckles] 437 00:22:46,200 --> 00:22:49,786 Look at them playing. [chuckles] Like BFFs. 438 00:22:50,704 --> 00:22:52,915 That's how he used to play with Henry. 439 00:22:52,998 --> 00:22:54,416 -[Goldie barking] -I know. 440 00:22:56,376 --> 00:22:59,171 You must be so happy your parents are letting you keep Goldie. 441 00:22:59,254 --> 00:23:02,633 -Yeah. Yeah. -What's wrong? 442 00:23:02,716 --> 00:23:06,720 Nothing. She just looks really happy playing with Rufus. 443 00:23:07,221 --> 00:23:10,015 Yeah. [chuckles] Really happy. 444 00:23:11,767 --> 00:23:13,977 [both growling] 445 00:23:18,315 --> 00:23:20,609 My sister and I just had a discussion, 446 00:23:20,692 --> 00:23:24,571 and we were wondering how you'd feel about adopting Goldie. 447 00:23:24,655 --> 00:23:25,697 What? 448 00:23:26,990 --> 00:23:28,575 Look, we love Goldie. 449 00:23:28,659 --> 00:23:32,287 But what's most important is what's best for her. 450 00:23:32,371 --> 00:23:34,414 And for Rufus. [chuckles] 451 00:23:34,498 --> 00:23:37,125 And you, and you, Sammy. 452 00:23:37,209 --> 00:23:38,919 Really? Are you sure? 453 00:23:39,503 --> 00:23:40,504 Yeah. 454 00:23:42,130 --> 00:23:43,131 We're sure. 455 00:23:43,215 --> 00:23:45,884 Grandma, can we? Please? 456 00:23:47,469 --> 00:23:50,806 Mmm. On one condition. 457 00:23:50,889 --> 00:23:55,519 The two of you have to agree to be Goldie's godparents. 458 00:23:55,602 --> 00:23:57,980 -Deal. -[chuckles] Deal. 459 00:23:58,063 --> 00:24:00,190 I think we have a deal. [chuckles] 460 00:24:00,274 --> 00:24:03,110 Hey, Rufus, come. We've got amazing news. 461 00:24:04,528 --> 00:24:05,779 Goldie, come. 462 00:24:07,447 --> 00:24:09,700 -[Lizzie, Charles] Goldie. -[chuckling] Whoa. 463 00:24:09,783 --> 00:24:13,495 Don't worry. My friend Sammy is an excellent dog trainer. 464 00:24:14,788 --> 00:24:16,290 Ooh, I'm not worried a bit. 465 00:24:16,373 --> 00:24:19,334 -I think they're gonna be best friends. -[Charles chuckles] 466 00:24:19,418 --> 00:24:21,962 -Oh! [chuckles] -[Goldie barks] 467 00:24:22,045 --> 00:24:25,299 Anyway, if you were wondering what Charles was gonna say earlier 468 00:24:25,382 --> 00:24:27,050 when I cut him off, here you go. 469 00:24:27,134 --> 00:24:30,345 You know, he's actually pretty smart for a third-grader. 470 00:24:30,429 --> 00:24:32,139 I mean, he is my brother. 471 00:24:33,390 --> 00:24:36,518 I think there are a lot of different kinds of heroes, 472 00:24:36,602 --> 00:24:40,022 but the one thing they all have in common is helping others. 473 00:24:40,105 --> 00:24:44,359 And those others don't have to be people. They can be dogs too. 474 00:24:44,443 --> 00:24:48,280 Dogs are awesome. They give us companionship and love. 475 00:24:48,363 --> 00:24:51,617 And sometimes help us make new friends. 476 00:24:51,700 --> 00:24:55,204 But they need us to take care of them and be their heroes. 477 00:24:56,496 --> 00:24:59,499 Um... [chuckles] ...the end.