Go, Dog. Go! (TV series)

Go, Dog. Go!
Season 1 promotional poster
Based onGo, Dog. Go!
by P. D. Eastman
Developed byAdam Peltzman
Voices of
Theme music composerPaul Buckley
Opening theme"Go, Dog. Go!" by Paul Buckley, Reno Selmser and Zoe D'Andrea
ComposerPaul Buckley
Country of origin
  • United States
  • Canada
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons4
No. of episodes40 (75 segments)
Production
Executive producers
  • Adam Peltzman
  • Lynn Kestin Sessler (seasons 1–3)
  • Chris Angelilli
  • Josh Scherba
  • Stephanie Betts
  • Amir Nasrabadi (season 1–3)
  • Anne Loi (season 4)
ProducerMorgana Duque
Editors
  • Ken Mackenzie
  • Gina Pacheco
  • Ryan Valade
Running time23 minutes (two 11-minute segments)
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseJanuary 26, 2021 (2021-01-26) –
November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)

Go, Dog. Go![1] is an animated children's educational television series based on the 1961 children's book of the same name by P. D. Eastman, which was developed for Netflix by Adam Peltzman.

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 and final season was released on November 27, 2023.[6] On August 5, 2024, Adam Peltzman announced on a YouTube podcast Kartoon Kreators that the show was wrapped up.

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 American dub and Maisie Marsh in the British 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 American dub and Toby Fullman in the British 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 American dub and Petra Letang in the British dub) is a lavender dog resembling a Beagador. She is one of the Pawston blimp pilots, and is the mother of Tag, Cheddar Biscuit, Gilber, Spike and Yip Barker.
  • Paw Barker (voiced by Martin Roach in the American dub and Jude Owusu in the British 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 American dub and Hannah Hutch in the British 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) 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 American dub and James Cartmell in the British 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 American dub and Victoria Strachan in the British 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 American dub and Laurie Jamieson in the British 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 American dub and Adam Diggle in the British dub) is a yellow bespectacled dog resembling a cross between a Beagle and a Dachshund and one of Tag's arch-rivals. Frank is a very rude dog and is always scheming for selfish ends and is the brains of the duo between him and Beans. He also loves to eat nachos.
  • Beans (voiced by Anand Rajaram in the American dub and Shubham Saraf in the British dub) is a large green dog resembling an Old English Sheepdog in an aviator's flight cap and one of Tag's arch-rivals/frenemy. Beans is idiotic but kindhearted and often serves as the muscle to Frank's schemes. He still considers Frank to be his best friend despite being a bit oblivious to Frank's rude personality.
  • 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. She is based on a recurring character in the book who frequently appears wearing a new hat to which she asks for compliments on. Though despite her hat obsession, she has proven to be very helpful to the residents of Pawston and is a very close friend to Tag and Scooch.
  • 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. They all have 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.
  • Beefsteak (voiced by Tajja Isen) is a strong pink dog resembling a Chihuahua. She is an exercise coach at the Ruff and Tumble 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. In fact, she's the only dog who works there. She has a very unenthusiastic personality, but she has a very strong passion for her work, and the residents of Pawston admire her cooking. She also revealed in one episode that she's a good country singer.
  • Hambonio is a red hairdresser dog.
  • Big Dog (voiced by Matthew Mucci) is a large white dog with large grey ears, who's friends with Little Dog.
  • Little Dog (voiced by Hattie Kragten) is a small purple dog, who's friends with Big Dog.
  • Coach Chewman (voiced by Phill Williams) is a red dog.
  • Gabe Roof (voiced by Phill Williams) is a yellow dog.
  • Waggs Martinez (voiced by Linda Ballantyne) is a purple dog.
  • 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. Kelly's 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.
  • Bowser (voiced by Anand Rajaram) is a blue dog.
  • Cam Snapshot is a pink dog.
  • Early Ed (voiced by Robert Tinkler) is a green dog.
  • Jerry is a brown dog.
  • Onlooker Dog (voiced by Anand Rajaram) is a yellow dog.
  • Brutus (voiced by Patrick McKenna) is a blue dog who is Kelly Korgi's bodyguard.
  • Marcus Worms (voiced by David Berni) is a pink dog.
  • Truck Driver (voiced by Joshua Graham) is a green dog.
  • Tom Whiskerton (voiced by Paul Braunstein) is a grey cat and Kit's father who is a firefighter from Meowburquerque.
  • Darrell is a blue dog who is Muttfield's assistant.
  • Dale Mation is a dalmatian who is the firefighter of Pawston.
  • Sandwich Dog (voiced by Patrick McKenna) is a purple dog.
  • Waggles is a pink clown dog.
  • Bowowzo & Wowbowzo are a duo of purple clown dogs.
  • The Boingos are a group of teal clown dogs.
  • Soppy is a blue clown dog.
  • Struggles is a blue clown dog.
  • The Cannon Triplets are a trio of yellow clown dogs.

Episodes

Series overview

SeasonEpisodesSegmentsOriginally released
1916January 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
2916December 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
3816September 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
41426November 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)

Season 1 (2021)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Welcome to Pawston"Andrew DuncanAdam PeltzmanJanuary 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Ruff Day on the Job"

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!
22"Dark Park Bark Lark"Andrew DuncanMark BankerJanuary 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.
33"Old Dog, New Tricks"Andrew DuncanJordana ArkinJanuary 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Snoozie-Hullabaloozie"Kiran SangherraAdam Peltzman

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.
44"Show Dog, Show"Kiran SangherraMatt SmithJanuary 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.
55"Pupcakes"Kiran SangherraAlex GanetakosJanuary 26, 2021 (2021-01-26)
"Stink or Swim"Andrew DuncanBrian Clark

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.
66"A Ball for All"Andrew DuncanMark BankerJanuary 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.
77"Ding Dong Day"Kiran SangherraNicole BelisleJanuary 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 Sam: 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.
88"Clucky Day"Kiran SangherraAdam PeltzmanJanuary 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 fetch coach 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.
99"Dog the Right Thing"Andrew DuncanMark BankerJanuary 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)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
101"Snow Dog Snow"Kiran SangherraAdam PeltzmanDecember 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
Sniffsmas 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.
112"All Paws On Deck"Andrew DuncanMatt SmithDecember 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Bonestand and Deliver"Nicole Belisle

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.
123"Catch Me If You Sam"Kiran SangherraNicole BelisleDecember 7, 2021 (2021-12-07)
"Toy Driver"Matt Smith

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.
134"Frank and Beans with Chili"Kiran SangherraBrittany AshleyDecember 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.
145"Chaser and Chewer"Andrew DuncanAdam PeltzmanDecember 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.
156"Raiders of the Lost Bark"Andrew DuncanNicole BelisleDecember 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.
167"Board Silly"Kiran SangherraMatt SmithDecember 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.
178"Fast Frank's Fixit"Kiran SangherraLucas MillsDecember 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.
189"Happy Birthday Pawston"Kiran SangherraMatt Smith & Mark BankerDecember 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?

Season 3 (2022)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
191"Big Dog Job"Kiran SangherraAdam PeltzmanSeptember 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.
202"Tag Team"Andrew DuncanMatt SmithSeptember 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!
213"Hocus Focus"Andrew DuncanNicole BelisleSeptember 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.
224"Mom for a Day"Kiran SangherraBrittany AshleySeptember 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.
235"The Itch to Switch"Shawn GulleyMatt SmithSeptember 19, 2022 (2022-09-19)
"Mismatched Socks"Andrew Duncan

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!
246"New Hat, New Tag!"Andrew DuncanNicole BelisleSeptember 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!
257"Bigpaw, Big Problem"Kiran SangherraLucas MillsSeptember 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.
268"The Pawston Chewbilee"Andrew DuncanNicole BelisleSeptember 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, when Dale Mation returns after giving 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.

Season 4 (2023)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
271"Tails in the Seats"Shawn GulleyPeri SegelNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Roadside Distraction"Mark De Angelis

Tails in the Seats: Sam Whippet needs to fill every seat in the Speedway so he can win his rematch.

Roadside Distraction: Kelly Korgi hosts a contest to find the best roadside attraction.
282"Tough Cookies"Katrina HadleyPeri SegelNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"More Than Meets the Tie"Marty Johnson

Tough Cookies: Sam Whippet challenges the race cadets to deliver his cookie boxes as fast as they can.

More Than Meets the Tie: Muttfield the Magnificent disappears before Yip's birthday party.
293"Tail to the Chief"Shawn GulleyAdam PeltzmanNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Chaser and Chewer: Part Chew"Mark De Angelis

Tail to the Chief: Tag takes over running Pawston so Mayor Sniffington can take a day off.

Chaser and Chewer: Part Chew: Thunder kidnap Scooch's stuffed chicken, Cluckles.
304"The Puppy Whisperer"Katrina HadleyPeri SegelNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Doggy Book of World Records"Marty Johnson

The Puppy Whisperer: When Beans offers to babysit Yip, Tag has a hard time getting her baby brother back.

Doggy Book of World Records: Tag and Scooch try to get into the "Doggy Book of World Records."
315"The Pawmazing Race"Katrina HadleyMark De Angelis & Adam PeltzmanNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
Tag enters the Barkers to compete on their favorite TV game show, "The Pawmazing Race." She wants to win, but her family just wants to have fun.
326"Bridge to Meowbuquerque"Shawn GulleyMarty JohnsonNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"No Part Harmony"Adam Peltzman

Bridge to Meowbuquerque: Tag must figure out a way across the river so her cat friends can celebrate Yarn Ball Day.

No Part Harmony: The Barkapellas won't perform their concert without new ties.
337"Happy Pawtomotiversary"Shawn GulleyPeri SegelNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Winner, Winner, Lasagna Dinner"Marty Johnson

Happy Pawtomotivesary: Tag surprises her grandparents by recreating an old photo of their garage.

Winner, Winner, Lasagna Dinner: Wind and Tag compete in lasagna challenges to become Sam's new crew chief.
348"Bites, Camera, Action!"Katrina HadleyMark De AngelisNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Stay, Dog. Stay!"Adam Peltzman

Bites, Camera, Action!: Tag makes a movie to help Pawston win the chance to host the Dogcathalon.

Stay, Dog. Stay!: Frank and Beans stay at the Barkers' house while Tag repairs their roof.
359"Whatever It Cakes"Shawn GulleyMarty JohnsonNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Haturday"Peri Segel

Whatever It Cakes: Scooch needs help transporting a cake to Chew York City for his favorite cooking show.

Haturday: Tag searches all over town for Lady Lydia's missing hat feathers.
3610"Trick or Thief"Katrina HadleyAna SaniNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Meow-Lo-Ween"Saurin Choksi

Trick or Thief: On Howl-oween, Tag investigates the case of the missing pup-clairs.

Meow-Lo-Ween: Tag assembles a team of Howl-oween experts to put on a parade in Meowbuquerque.
3711"The Trouble with Kibbles"Shawn GulleyMark De AngelisNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Road to Kindness"Peri Segel

The Trouble with Kibbles: Maw recounts the day she saved the entire city of Pawston by flying a blimp.

Road to Kindness: Frank enrolls in a kindness class so he can attend Roller Disco Night.
3812"How Tag Got Her Tag"Katrina HadleyAdam PeltzmanNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Blankie Blaster"Marty Johnson

How Tag Got Her Tag: The Barkers recount the story of how Tag got her race flag tag as a puppy.

Blankie Blaster: Tag promises Spike she'll deliver his blankie before his space mission.
3913"Chaser and Chewer: Part Flea"Shawn GulleyPeri SegelNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)
"Sing for Your Pupper"Marty Johnson

Chaser and Chewer: Part Flea: Flea plans to do "bad guy" stuff all over town, but not if Chaser, Chewer - and Thunder - can stop him.

Sing for Your Pupper: Wagnes auditions for Pupsy Cline's world tour.
4014"Dogcathalon"Katrina HadleyMark De AngelisNovember 27, 2023 (2023-11-27)

Tag must make sure Pawston looks ready to host the Dogcathalon. Crew captain Tag coaches her loved ones through the Sky, Boat and Speedway races.

Note: This is the series finale.

Production

The series was first announced back in 2019 as part of seven Netflix Original Preschool shows targeted at 2-6 year olds.[10] According to John Rivoli's Instagram, it was originally going to be released December 22, 2020, but was delayed until January 26, 2021. 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]

Accolades

Year Award Category Nominee(s) Result Ref.
2021 Leo Awards Best Direction Animation Series Andrew Duncan and Kiran Shangherra (for "Clucky Day / Take Me Out To The Fetch Game") Nominated [15]
2022 ACTRA Award Outstanding Performance – Gender Non-Conforming or Male Voice Joshua Graham as Sam Whippet (for "Dog The Right Thing") Won [16][17]
Anand Rajaram as Beans (for "Clucky Day / Take Me Out To The Fetch Game") Nominated
Canadian Screen Awards Best Animated Program or Series Go, Dog, Go! Nominated [18]

References

  1. ^ a b "NETFLIX TO LAUNCH DIVERSE SLATE OF ORIGINAL PRESCHOOL SERIES FROM AWARD-WINNING KIDS PROGRAMMING CREATORS". Netflix Media Center. Retrieved July 23, 2019.
  2. ^ a b Milligan, Mercedes (January 6, 2021). "Trailer: DreamWorks' 'Go, Dog, Go!' Speeds to Netflix Jan. 26". Animation Magazine. Retrieved January 6, 2021.
  3. ^ "Season 2 of 'Go, Dog. Go!' Debuts on Netflix December 7". Animation World Network. November 11, 2021. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
  4. ^ "Kids and Family Summer Slate Highlights 2022" (Press release). Netflix. June 30, 2022. p. 3. Retrieved June 30, 2022.
  5. ^ "Netflix Announces New Kids & Family Films and Series Every Week This Summer, Unveils First Looks, and Kicks Off US Activity Truck Tour". Netflix Media Center (Press release). June 30, 2022.
  6. ^ Birk, Libby (October 25, 2023). "Everything New Coming to Netflix in November 2023". PopCulture.com. Paramount Global. Retrieved October 25, 2023.
  7. ^ a b AJG (2022-02-04). "Go, Dog. Go! Characters: Heights and Ages". Endless Awesome. Retrieved May 21, 2022.
  8. ^ "James Cast As A Leading Voice In New Netflix Series". 4 January 2021. Retrieved 4 January 2021.
  9. ^ "Go, Dog, Go Review 2021 Tv Show Series Season Cast Crew Online". Entertaining Movies. 25 January 2021. Archived from the original on 29 September 2022. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
  10. ^ Patrick, Hipes (22 July 2019). "Netflix Boosts Preschool Slate With Seven New Series". Deadline. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
  11. ^ "Paul Buckley – Recent Work – Evolution Music Partners". 22 October 2021. Retrieved 2022-11-23.
  12. ^ Britt, Ryan (26 January 2021). "Beloved 'Go Dog. Go!' Book Is Coming To Netflix — Watch an Exclusive Clip". Fatherly. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
  13. ^ Gabby's Dollhouse (January 6, 2021). GO, DOG. GO! | Season 1 Trailer | NETFLIX. YouTube. Retrieved January 6, 2021.
  14. ^ "Go, Dog. Go! TV Review". Common Sense Media. Retrieved May 21, 2022.
  15. ^ "2021 Nominees & Winners by Name".
  16. ^ "ACTRA Toronto Announces 20th ACTRA Awards in Toronto On-camera and Voice Nominees". Newswire. January 27, 2022. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
  17. ^ "WINNERS: THE 20th ACTRA AWARDS IN TORONTO". Newswire. March 6, 2022. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  18. ^ Brent Furdyk, "2022 Canadian Screen Award Nominees Announced, ‘Sort Of’ & ‘Scarborough’ Lead The Pack". ET Canada, February 15, 2022.