Ep 11. La Candace-Cabra / Happy Birthday, Isabella

La Candace-Cabra / Happy Birthday, Isabella is an episode from the fourth season of Phineas and Ferb, an American animated comedy television series created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh. The show originally aired on Disney Channel from August 17, 2007 to June 12, 2015.

In this episode, Candace becomes convinced that she has turned into a half-human, half-goat creature known as the La Candace-Cabra. Phineas and Ferb decide to help her by building a giant goat-catching machine, but before they can use it, they must find the elusive creature and prove that it exists. Meanwhile, it’s Isabella’s birthday, but Phineas and Ferb forgot to get her a present. They decide to build her the ultimate gift, but they must overcome some unexpected obstacles along the way.

The episode begins with Candace watching a horror movie about a mythical creature known as the La Chupacabra, which is said to suck the blood out of goats. She becomes convinced that she has turned into a similar creature known as the La Candace-Cabra, after drinking a smoothie made from goat’s milk. She starts exhibiting goat-like behavior, such as eating cans, bleating, and jumping around on all fours. Her brothers, Phineas and Ferb, are initially skeptical, but they soon realize that Candace is serious about her condition.

Phineas and Ferb decide to help Candace by building a giant goat-catching machine, which can trap and analyze any creature that gets caught in it. They enlist the help of their friends, Buford and Baljeet, who are experts in goat-catching and monster-hunting respectively. Together, they set out to find the La Candace-Cabra, but they have to overcome some obstacles along the way, such as mistaking a tree for the creature, and getting caught in a tree by a goat.

Meanwhile, it’s Isabella’s birthday, but Phineas and Ferb forgot to get her a present. They decide to build her the ultimate gift, a giant treehouse with all the amenities and features she could ever want. They enlist the help of their pet platypus, Perry, who is also a secret agent known as Agent P. Perry has to deal with his nemesis, the evil Dr. Doofenshmirtz, who has built a giant robot with the ability to turn everything it touches into melted cheese.

The episode features the show’s signature mix of humor, adventure, and musical numbers. The characters break into song several times, with catchy tunes that are both funny and entertaining. The animation is colorful and lively, with a unique style that sets it apart from other cartoons. The voice acting is also top-notch, with each character having their own distinct personality and mannerisms.

Overall, La Candace-Cabra / Happy Birthday, Isabella is a fun and entertaining episode of Phineas and Ferb, that showcases the show’s unique blend of humor and creativity. It’s a great example of what makes the show so popular with both kids and adults.