Ep 17. Avery's First Breakup
- TV-G
- June 23, 2013
- 21 min
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7.1 (18)
Avery's First Breakup is an episode from the first season of the popular Disney Channel show Dog with a Blog. The episode centers around Avery, the teenage daughter of a blended family, as she experiences her first breakup.
At the start of the episode, Avery is devastated after her boyfriend Wes breaks up with her. Despite being heartbroken, Avery tries to hide her tears from her family and puts on a brave face. Meanwhile, Tyler, Avery's stepbrother, attempts to help her rebound by setting her up on a date with a boy from school. Despite Tyler's good intentions, Avery isn't ready to move on and ends up canceling the date.
As the episode progresses, Avery becomes increasingly emotional and her family becomes concerned. Her parents, Ellen and Bennett, give her advice on how to handle the feelings of heartbreak, while her siblings, Tyler and Chloe, try to cheer her up in their own unique ways (including dressing her up as a clown).
The family dog, Stan, tries to offer his own brand of comfort throughout the episode. As a talking dog, he's able to communicate with the family and acts as a sounding board for Avery's problems. Stan advises Avery to talk to Wes and clear the air between them, but she's hesitant at first.
Eventually, Avery decides to take Stan's advice and confront Wes about the breakup. The two have a heart-to-heart conversation where they both apologize for their mistakes and agree to remain friends. Avery finally begins to come to terms with the end of her relationship and moves on with a newfound sense of maturity and self-awareness.
In the end, the family celebrates Avery's newfound strength by throwing a party for her. Everyone comes together to dance, eat pizza, and celebrate Avery's growth. The episode ends with a touching scene where Avery confesses to Stan that she doesn't know what she would do without him, highlighting the close bond the dog has formed with the family.
Overall, Avery's First Breakup is a heartwarming episode that deals with themes like young love, friendship, and resilience in a relatable, age-appropriate way. It's a great addition to the first season of Dog with a Blog and provides a valuable lesson for young viewers about how to handle difficult emotional situations.