Ep 16. My Blanky / With Friends Like You

Clifford's Puppy Days is an animated children's show that chronicles the adventures of Clifford, the big red dog, during his youth. In season 1 episode 16, entitled "My Blanky / With Friends Like You," Clifford and his friends embark on two playful escapades.

In "My Blanky," Emily Elizabeth, Clifford's owner, has to go to school and can't bring her beloved blanky with her. Clifford offers to stay at home with the blanket to keep it safe and warm. However, Clifford soon discovers that even though the blanket is cozy and soft, it also carries the scent of Emily's parents, making him miss his own family. With the help of his friends, Clifford is able to create a new, unique scent for the blanket that helps him feel less homesick.

In the second half of the episode, "With Friends Like You," Clifford and his pals are outside playing when a new puppy named Jetta arrives. Jetta is not friendly at first, and the other dogs find it hard to play with her. To make Jetta feel welcome, Clifford and his friends invite her to play a game, but Jetta insists on playing by her own rules. Clifford and his friends soon realize that Jetta is actually lonely and wants to play, but she's just too shy to ask properly. They help her to open up and become friends, teaching everyone a lesson about communication and understanding.

Throughout the episode, the characters learn valuable lessons about friendship, empathy, and communication. The themes explored are relatable to young children, and the cute and colorful animation, along with catchy music, makes the show entertaining for all ages.

The show, which originally aired on PBS Kids, is based on characters from the popular book series by Norman Bridwell. Clifford's Puppy Days is an adorable and heartwarming addition to children's programming and is sure to become a short-form classic.