Go, Dog. Go! - Ding Dong Day (S1E12)
Paw brings Tag to the doorbell store for Take Your Kid to Work Day.
| Runtime (min) | 12 |
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| Air Date | 2021-01-26 |
| Genres | Animation, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this episode, Tag accompanies his father Paw to work for Take Your Kid to Work Day at the doorbell store where Paw is employed. Tag is excited to spend the day learning about what his dad does and exploring the many different types of doorbells on display. The store is filled with doorbells of all shapes, sizes, and sounds, providing plenty of opportunities for Tag to discover how each one works and what makes them unique.
Throughout the day, Tag learns about the importance of doorbells in helping visitors announce their arrival and how they serve homes and businesses throughout Pawston. The episode emphasizes the value of curiosity and asking questions as Tag engages with his father's work. By the end of the day, Tag gains a new appreciation for his father's job and the role doorbells play in the community, while Paw enjoys sharing his workplace with his enthusiastic son.
What kids learn
Children learn about the concept of Take Your Kid to Work Day and why parents go to work each day. The episode introduces young viewers to the idea that adults have jobs that contribute to their communities, and that work can be interesting and meaningful. Tag's curiosity about his father's workplace encourages children to ask their own parents about what they do during the workday.
The episode also teaches children about patience and observation. As Tag explores the doorbell store, he learns to pay attention to details and understand how different objects serve different purposes. This reinforces problem-solving skills and the idea that everyday items we take for granted, like doorbells, are designed thoughtfully to meet specific needs.
Additionally, the episode models a positive parent-child relationship. Tag and Paw spend quality time together, and Paw takes pride in showing his son his workplace. This demonstrates the importance of family bonds and how sharing experiences can strengthen relationships between parents and children.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| Is this episode a good way to introduce my child to the concept of Take Your Kid to Work Day? | Yes, this episode provides a gentle, age-appropriate introduction to the concept. Tag's experience at the doorbell store is presented in a fun, exploratory way that emphasizes curiosity rather than formal work tasks. The twelve-minute runtime keeps the story simple and focused, making it easy for preschoolers to understand that parents have workplaces and jobs that help others in the community. |
| Will my child understand what a doorbell store is? | The episode presents the doorbell store as a colorful, engaging place filled with different types of doorbells, which helps make the concept concrete for young viewers. While doorbell stores are not common in real life, the show uses this setting to explore variety, sounds, and how everyday objects work. Children typically accept the imaginative world of Pawston without needing real-world accuracy. |
| Does this episode encourage my child to ask about my job? | This episode naturally opens the door for conversations about what parents do at work. Tag's enthusiasm and questions about his father's job model curiosity that children may mirror. After watching, your child might ask where you work or what you do there, providing an opportunity to share age-appropriate details about your own workplace and daily responsibilities. |
| Are there any scary or intense moments in this episode? | No, this episode maintains the show's consistently gentle tone. The doorbell store setting is bright and cheerful, and Tag's experience with his father is entirely positive. The various doorbell sounds might be loud or surprising at times, but they are presented as fun and interesting rather than startling. The episode focuses on exploration and learning in a safe, supportive environment. |
| What values does this episode reinforce for young children? | The episode emphasizes curiosity, respect for different types of work, and the importance of spending quality time with family. Tag shows enthusiasm for learning about his father's job, which models positive attitudes toward work and community contribution. The story also reinforces that asking questions is encouraged and that parents enjoy sharing their worlds with their children, strengthening family bonds through shared experiences. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Tag and her new friend, Scooch, make their way across town to attend a party in a tree. |
| 1 | 2 | Mail dog Gerald is being chased and can't make his deliveries! |
| 1 | 3 | Tag helps Scooch do his chores so they can go to the Barkapellas' concert. |
| 1 | 4 | With dreams of becoming a Race Cadet, Tag asks Scooch to be her crew chief. |
| 1 | 5 | Tag and Grandpaw team up to compete in the Barker Family Talent Show. |
| 1 | 6 | It's a special day for sleeping and snoozing in Pawston... but Tag's not tired! |
| 1 | 7 | Cheddar Biscuit can't stop picking up clowns on the way to Tag's car show. |
| 1 | 8 | The not-yet Race Cadets face a second challenge: finding Sam Whippet's keys. |
| 1 | 9 | Scooch's pupcakes are amazing, and Tag is determined to sell them. |
| 1 | 10 | Scooch and Tag try to clean up the beach, but Frank and Beans keep making it messier! |
| 1 | 11 | Dogs in Pawston give balls to each other on Ballentine's Day to show how much they care. But Tag and Scooch aren't prepared and need to find balls fast! |
| 1 | 12 | Paw brings Tag to the doorbell store for Take Your Kid to Work Day. |
| 1 | 13 | The third Race Cadet challenge is an obstacle course that takes teamwork to win. |
| 1 | 14 | Scooch is sad he's missing out on a special day, so Tag plans a big surprise. |
| 1 | 15 | The Pawston Get Sox are supposed to play ball... but where are the players? |
| 1 | 16 | For the final Race Cadet challenge, the three teams must find scattered car parts, put them together at Pawston Pawtomotive and race to the finish! |
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| 2 | 1 | Sniffsmas in in the air! But when Sandra Paws crashes her sleigh, it's up to Tag and Scooch ― and a selfless act of kindness ― to save the holiday. |
| 2 | 2 | A thoughtful Tag tries to re-create the first time her parents met. |
| 2 | 3 | Tag rallies a crew to rebuild the Bonestand for Pawston's 100-year anniversary. |
| 2 | 4 | On Tag's first day as a Race Cadet, she breaks the rules to win ― then learns a big lesson. |
| 2 | 5 | Ma donates Tag's old toys to puppies in need. |
| 2 | 6 | Beans feels left out when his stunt-dog cousin, Chili, comes to town and Frank seems to spend all of his time with him. |
| 2 | 7 | Tag learns about her ancestors. |
| 2 | 8 | Tag and Scooch play heroes while waiting for the next issue of their favorite comic book. |
| 2 | 9 | Grandmaw and Tag gather ingredients for a famous family recipe. |
| 2 | 10 | Scooch and Tag go on a treasure hunt to find an ancient golden slipper. |
| 2 | 11 | The Race Cadets pair up with senior dogs for a relaxing day that's anything but! |
| 2 | 12 | Tag and friends turn the streets of Pawston into an interactive board game. |
| 2 | 13 | The dogs compete to write a new anthem for the town's anniversary bash. |
| 2 | 14 | The Pawtomotive Garage gets some competition when a new shop opens up nearby. |
| 2 | 15 | The mysterious Master Wag invites Scooch to train at his secret cave. |
| 2 | 16 | It's the day of Pawston's big party, but Tag still doesn't know if pop star Kelly Korgi is coming to perform. Can the pups fetch an answer in time? |
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| 4 | 1 | Sam Whippet needs to fill every seat in the Speedway so he can win his rematch. |
| 4 | 2 | Kelly Korgi hosts a contest to find the best roadside attraction. |
| 4 | 3 | Sam Whippet challenges the race cadets to deliver his cookie boxes as fast as they can. |
| 4 | 4 | Muttfield the Magnificent disappears before Yip's birthday party. |
| 4 | 5 | Tag takes over running Pawston so Mayor Sniffington can take a day off. |
| 4 | 6 | Flea and Thunder kidnap Scooch's stuffed chicken, Cluckles! |
| 4 | 7 | When Beans offers to babysit Yip, Tag has a hard time getting her baby brother back. |
| 4 | 8 | Tag and Scooch try to get into the "Doggy Book of World Records." |
| 4 | 9 | Tag enters the Barkers to compete on their favorite TV game show, "The Pawmazing Race." She wants to win, but her family just wants to have fun. |
| 4 | 10 | Tag must figure out a way across the river so her cat friends can celebrate Yarn Ball Day. |
| 4 | 11 | The Barkapellas won't perform their concert without new ties. |
| 4 | 12 | Tag surprises her grandparents by recreating an old photo of their garage. |
| 4 | 13 | Wind and Tag compete in lasagna challenges to become Sam's new crew chief. |
| 4 | 14 | Tag makes a movie to help Pawston win the chance to host the Dogcathalon. |
| 4 | 15 | Frank and Beans stay at the Barkers' house while Tag repairs their roof. |
| 4 | 16 | Scooch needs help transporting a cake to Chew York City for his favorite cooking show. |
| 4 | 17 | Tag searches all over town for Lady Lydia's missing hat feathers. |
| 4 | 18 | On Howl-oween, Tag investigates the case of the missing pup-clairs. |
| 4 | 19 | Tag assembles a team of Howl-oween experts to put on a parade in Meowbuquerque. |
| 4 | 20 | Maw recounts the day she saved the entire city of Pawston by flying a blimp. |
| 4 | 21 | Frank enrolls in a kindness class so he can attend Roller Disco Night. |
| 4 | 22 | The Barkers recount the story of how Tag got her race flag tag as a puppy. |
| 4 | 23 | Tag promises Spike she'll deliver his blankie before his space mission. |
| 4 | 24 | Flea plans to do "bad guy" stuff all over town, but not if Chaser, Chewer — and Thunder — can stop him. |
| 4 | 25 | Wagnes auditions for Pupsy Cline's world tour. |
| 4 | 26 | Tag must make sure Pawston looks ready to host the Dogcathalon. Crew captain Tag coaches her loved ones through the Sky, Boat and Speedway races. |
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