Pick of the Litter Season 1 Episode 2

Ep 2. Off to Puppy College

  • December 27, 2019
  • 7.8  (17)

The second episode of Pick of the Litter season 1, titled "Off to Puppy College," introduces us to the concept of puppy college, where the puppies go to receive their formal training before they become guide dogs. The episode picks up from where it left off in the previous episode, with the six puppies starting their official training to become guide dogs.

The first few moments of the episode have a cheerful and upbeat tone as we see the puppies playing and jumping around eagerly. The trainers explain that the pups have been divided into two groups, with each group having three puppies. From here onwards, the puppies will be trained together, and their behavior and progress will be monitored closely over the coming weeks.

As the puppy groupings are announced, we see the trainers match each puppy's personality and temperaments to optimize their training and bring out the best in them. For example, we see that Paco and Pacino are placed in the same group because of their high energy levels and playful personalities.

Next, the trainers explain the importance of socialization and how it plays a crucial role in a guide dog's life. They introduce the puppies to a variety of new and unfamiliar stimuli to help them acclimate to new environments and learn how to interact with different people and animals. The puppies are taken through a local park where they encounter a group of children playing and a few dogs playing fetch. It's fascinating to see how the puppies react when they're exposed to new things for the first time.

In the next scene, we see the puppies in the classroom, where they begin their formal training. The trainers teach the puppies how to walk in a straight line, how to navigate stairs, and how to use elevators. It's a joy to watch the puppies progress and respond positively to their training treats and praise.

The episode also highlights the importance of consistency and routine in a guide dog's training. We see the trainers repeating commands and routines, reinforcing the concept of consistency to the pups. The trainers explain that guide dogs need to be able to follow commands consistently to keep their blind companions safe and secure.

Towards the end of the episode, we see the puppies arriving at their puppy raiser's homes, who will help them further with their training outside of the college. The raisers are introduced to the puppies and briefed on how to work with the guide dog trainers to integrate gaining skills for social interaction, getting into a car or a pool, etc. before the puppies are returned to the college in a few months.

Overall, "Off to Puppy College" is another uplifting and educational episode of Pick of the Litter season 1. We get an insight into what guide dog training involves and see the positive impact that socialization and consistency have on the puppies' progress. As we see the pups head off to their raiser's homes, it's exciting to think about the next few episodes and how much these puppies will grow, develop and mature over the upcoming months.

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Description
  • First Aired
    December 27, 2019
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.8  (17)