Ep 5. Madeline and the Singing Dog

Madeline and the Singing Dog is the fifth episode of the first season of the animated television series, Madeline. The show is based on a popular children's book series of the same name, written by Ludwig Bemelmans.

In this episode, Madeline and her classmates at the boarding school are excitedly preparing for the upcoming Pet Day. All the girls have planned for their pets to show off their unique talents, except Madeline, who does not have a pet.

One day, Madeline and Pepito, her neighbor and mischievous accomplice, go for a walk and meet a singing dog called Genevieve. Genevieve is a friendly and cuddly poodle, and she is an instant hit with Madeline and Pepito. The dog is also an excellent singer, which Madeline and Pepito love.

Madeline brings Genevieve back to the boarding school and introduces her to her friends, who are immediately charmed by the canine's singing prowess. The girls invite Genevieve to sing at Pet Day, and they all start practicing together. During their rehearsal, the school's cook, Mrs. Murphy, overhears them singing and decides she wants Genevieve to perform at her restaurant.

The problem is that Genevieve's owner, a kind-hearted street musician named Jean-Pierre, does not want Genevieve to perform for strangers or make a spectacle out of her gift. Madeline and her friends want to respect Jean-Pierre's wishes, but they also want to help Genevieve, who they believe deserves to be heard and admired by more people.

While Jean-Pierre is away performing on the street, Madeline and her friends try to sneak Genevieve out of the school and take her to Mrs. Murphy's restaurant. However, Genevieve gets spooked by the busy traffic and runs away. The girls are heartbroken and worried about what will happen to Genevieve.

Thankfully, Madeline figures out where Genevieve might have gone and leads her friends on a wild chase through the city streets to find her. In the end, they find her safe and sound, and they realize that Jean-Pierre is the best person to take care of Genevieve and her talent.

Madeline and her friends return Genevieve to her owner, and they all have a heart-to-heart conversation about why Genevieve should not be made to perform and should instead be given love and affection just like any other pet. Jean-Pierre agrees, and Madeline and her friends learn an important lesson about respecting others' wishes and treating animals with kindness and compassion.

Overall, Madeline and the Singing Dog is a heartwarming episode that highlights the important themes of empathy and respect for animals. The episode captures the essence of the beloved book series and is sure to delight children of all ages.