Ep 5. Dog Trouble

Tom and Jerry season 1 episode 5 titled "Dog Trouble" showcases the typical cat-and-mouse chase between the beloved cartoon characters, but with a slight twist. In this episode, rather than just being outsmarted by Jerry the mouse, Tom has to deal with a hungry and ferocious bulldog.

The plot centers around Tom's efforts to catch Jerry as he scurries around the house. Tom's determination to catch Jerry is interrupted when he hears a ticking sound. Upon investigating the source of the sound, he discovers a parcel under the table, which he unwraps to find a small piece of meat. Unfortunately for Tom, the smell of the meat attracts the bulldog, who pounces on Tom, ready to eat him up.

To save himself, Tom makes a quick escape and finds his way to the garden. However, things go from bad to worse when he runs into Butch, another cat in the neighborhood. Before long, the two cats find themselves face to face with the bulldog, who has been tracking Tom relentlessly.

What follows is a hilarious sequence of events as Tom and Butch come up with various plans to outsmart the dog. At one point, they dress up as a giant mouse, hoping to distract the bulldog, but the plan fails. Tom even tries to hypnotize the bulldog with a pocket watch, but once again, the dog proves too smart for his tricks.

Meanwhile, Jerry watches on from the sidelines, enjoying the show as Tom and Butch struggle to escape the dog. At one point, Jerry even tries to help the cats by passing them a torch, but the dog soon catches on and chases them all once again.

The episode reaches a climax when Tom and Butch climb onto a tree, hoping to escape the bulldog. However, the tree turns out to be the bulldog's favorite spot for marking his territory, which leads to a series of gags as Tom and Butch try to avoid getting sprayed.

Despite their many efforts, the cats remain at the mercy of the bulldog until Jerry comes up with a plan to distract the dog with a bone. While the bulldog is occupied with the bone, Tom and Butch are finally able to make their escape, much to their relief.

In the end, Tom and Butch celebrate their victory, still not realizing how Jerry was able to save them. The episode ends with Jerry looking on with a smirk, reminding viewers that he is still the ultimate mastermind behind all the action.

Overall, "Dog Trouble" is a classic Tom and Jerry episode that delivers on all the hallmarks of the series. From the exaggerated gags to the zany sound effects, this episode is sure to keep viewers of all ages entertained from start to finish.