Ep 4. Dino Disappears

The Flintstones season 4 episode 4, titled "Dino Disappears," begins with the Flintstone family bracing themselves for the arrival of their relatives, the Flagstones. Fred and Barney are in the midst of preparing their backyard for a barbecue when they realize that their beloved pet dinosaur, Dino, has disappeared.

The two best friends begin a frantic search for Dino, questioning their neighbors and friends in hopes of finding some clues. However, as the day progresses, they still have no luck. Meanwhile, Betty and Wilma are left to prepare the food for the barbecue, but they are concerned about Fred and Barney's absence. Little do they know, the two men are scouring the town for any trace of Dino.

Just as they begin to lose hope, Fred and Barney overhear a man talking about a "dino roundup" and decide to investigate. They soon learn that a man named Colonel Stonehart is holding a dino roundup event at his ranch, where he plans to capture and sell dozens of dinosaurs. To their horror, they discover that Dino is one of the captured dinosaurs.

Without hesitation, Fred and Barney take action. They disguise themselves as cowboys and infiltrate the ranch, determined to rescue Dino before it's too late. They successfully locate Dino and break him out of his pen. However, their escape doesn't go unnoticed, and soon they find themselves being chased by Colonel Stonehart and his men.

In a heart racing chase scene, Fred and Barney manage to evade their pursuers and make it back home safely with Dino in tow. They are greeted with a hero's welcome and a grateful Dino shows his appreciation by giving Fred and Barney big, slobbery kisses. The barbecue is a success, and all is well in Bedrock once again.

Overall, "Dino Disappears" is a classic episode of The Flintstones that showcases the strong bond between Fred and Barney, as well as the love and loyalty they have for their pet dinosaur. It also touches on themes of animal rights and conservation, as the two men put themselves in harm's way to protect Dino and the other captured dinosaurs.