Ep 18. The Trouble With Snubbull

In Pokemon the Series season 4 episode 18, titled "The Trouble With Snubbull," Ash and his friends arrive in a new town and are immediately greeted by a mischievous Snubbull. This pink dog-like Pokemon becomes fascinated with Brock's cooking and follows the group everywhere, causing trouble along the way.

As they explore the town, they learn that Snubbull is a beloved Pokémon who is loved by the town’s residents, but also tends to cause mischief and chaos wherever it goes. When Snubbull accidentally causes damage to a local festival, the town starts to turn against it.

Determined to clear Snubbull’s name and prove that it is a good Pokemon, Ash, Brock, and Misty set out on a quest to find the culprit behind the festival’s destruction. Along the way, they meet a local Pokemon trainer named Maria who also has a Snubbull.

Together, the group discovers that the true culprit behind the festival’s destruction is actually Maria’s own Snubbull. In a touching moment, Maria explains that she loves Snubbull despite its mischievous nature and seeks to help it become a better-behaved Pokemon.

With Maria’s help, Ash and his friends are able to clear Snubbull’s name and restore peace to the town. In the end, Maria decides to train Snubbull even more rigorously so that it can become a great Pokemon like Ash’s Pikachu.

Overall, "The Trouble With Snubbull" is a heartwarming episode that teaches the value of patience and understanding when dealing with Pokemon who are a bit more difficult to handle. It also showcases the strong bond between humans and their Pokemon, and how love and care can transform even the most troublesome Pokemon into loyal and loving companions.