Ep 11. It's Raining Cats and Dogs

In FETCH! With Ruff Ruffman season 1 episode 11, titled It's Raining Cats and Dogs, Ruff sends his contestants on a mission to learn about animal behavior and develop a new toy for cats and dogs. The episode begins with Ruff introducing the challenge and inviting the contestants to meet a veterinarian who specializes in animal behavior.

The veterinarian teaches the contestants about the natural instincts and behavior of cats and dogs and how toys can help engage and stimulate them. She explains that cats are hunters, and they enjoy toys that mimic prey, such as mouse-shaped toys or toys with feathers. Dogs, on the other hand, are social animals that enjoy playing with their owners and toys that involve interaction, such as balls or frisbees.

After learning about animal behavior, the contestants split into two teams and set out to design their toys. One team decides to create a cat toy that mimics a bird, complete with feathers and a chirping sound. The other team focuses on a dog toy that can be played with in water, such as a floating frisbee.

As the contestants work on their toys, they also face a series of challenges that test their knowledge of animal behavior and problem-solving skills. One challenge involves using a remote-controlled car to guide a toy mouse through a maze, mimicking the hunting behavior of cats. In another challenge, the contestants have to build a shelter for a dog using only cardboard boxes and duct tape.

Throughout the episode, Ruff keeps the contestants on their toes with his wacky personality and humorous antics. He also sends them on bonus challenges that involve gathering information on animal behavior from experts and staging a fake dog show to test their presentation skills.

In the end, the two teams present their toys to a panel of judges, including the veterinarian from earlier in the episode. The judges evaluate the toys based on their ability to engage and stimulate the animals, as well as their creativity and functionality. The winning team receives a prize, and Ruff congratulates all the contestants on a job well done.

It's Raining Cats and Dogs is a fun and educational episode that teaches children about animal behavior and problem-solving skills. With its engaging challenges and quirky host, FETCH! With Ruff Ruffman is the perfect show for kids who love animals and love to learn.