Pup Academy - Izzy Gets Busy (S1E7)
As Izzy grows suspicious of Corazon's daily routine, Charlie takes D.O.G. out for the day — and leaves Morgan with a long list of responsibilities.
| Runtime (min) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2019-09-11 |
| Genres | Kids, Comedy |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7-FV |
| Network(s) | Disney Channel |
Storyline
In this episode, Izzy begins to notice peculiarities in Corazon's daily schedule and decides to investigate what the mysterious pup might be hiding. Her growing suspicion drives her to follow Corazon and piece together clues about his secretive behavior, leading to discoveries that challenge her assumptions about her fellow academy student.
Meanwhile, Charlie decides to take D.O.G., the school's robotic canine assistant, out for a day of adventure beyond the academy grounds. Before leaving, he entrusts Morgan with a detailed and extensive list of tasks and responsibilities to handle in his absence. Morgan must juggle these duties while managing the everyday chaos of Pup Academy, testing her organizational skills and ability to stay calm under pressure. The parallel storylines explore themes of trust, curiosity, and the challenges that come with increased responsibility.
What kids learn
Children watching this episode can learn valuable lessons about the importance of communication and not jumping to conclusions. Izzy's suspicion of Corazon demonstrates how easy it is to misinterpret someone's actions when we don't have the full story. The episode encourages kids to ask questions directly rather than making assumptions, showing that open conversation often clears up misunderstandings more effectively than secret investigations.
Morgan's storyline teaches children about responsibility and time management. When she's left with Charlie's long list of tasks, viewers see the challenges of balancing multiple duties and the importance of staying organized. The episode illustrates that taking on responsibility requires planning, focus, and sometimes asking for help when needed.
The episode also touches on trust between friends. Charlie's decision to leave Morgan in charge shows confidence in her abilities, while Izzy's investigation of Corazon raises questions about when curiosity crosses into distrust. Young viewers learn that healthy friendships involve both trusting others and being trustworthy themselves, and that everyone deserves the benefit of the doubt before being judged.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does Izzy discover about Corazon in this episode? | Izzy follows Corazon after noticing unusual patterns in his daily routine at Pup Academy. Her investigation stems from genuine curiosity about what he might be hiding. The episode uses her detective work to explore how suspicions can arise between friends and the importance of understanding someone's full story before drawing conclusions about their behavior. |
| Is Morgan able to handle all the responsibilities Charlie gives her? | Morgan faces the challenge of managing Charlie's extensive task list while he's away with D.O.G. The episode shows her working through the organizational demands and problem-solving required when taking on multiple responsibilities at once. Her experience demonstrates both the difficulties of increased responsibility and the growth that comes from stepping up when others depend on you. |
| Does this episode teach kids that it's okay to spy on friends? | The episode presents Izzy's investigation as a starting point for discussing boundaries and trust. While her curiosity drives the plot, the storyline ultimately encourages children to consider whether secretive observation is the best approach to understanding someone's behavior, versus simply having an honest conversation. It's an opportunity to discuss respect for privacy with your child. |
| What role does D.O.G. play in this episode? | D.O.G., the robotic dog assistant at Pup Academy, accompanies Charlie on an outing away from the school. This absence creates the situation where Morgan must take over Charlie's usual duties. The episode uses D.O.G.'s day out as a plot device to explore how the academy functions when key members are away and others must fill in. |
| What age-appropriate lessons does this episode offer about handling multiple tasks? | Through Morgan's experience managing Charlie's long to-do list, children see practical examples of prioritization and staying calm when facing many demands at once. The episode demonstrates that feeling overwhelmed is normal when responsibilities pile up, and that breaking tasks into manageable pieces helps. It's a gentle introduction to time management concepts appropriate for elementary-aged viewers. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Class is officially in session after the wise D.O.G. recruits a new group of canine classmates. Elsewhere, young human Morgan learns about the academy. |
| 1 | 2 | When the pups share stories about their owners, Spark struggles with her shortcomings. But can she fake it to impress her professors and classmates? |
| 1 | 3 | Morgan's schedule gets messy when he's asked to support the academy and his own school duties. Also, the pups take a pop quiz. Let the chaos begin! |
| 1 | 4 | Corazon lands in an im-paws-ible situation when he tells a lie to impress his crush, Pom Pom. Will he come clean before the Pup Academy talent show? |
| 1 | 5 | It's a ruff day for Corazon when a surprise guest follows in his footsteps and challenges the rules. Meanwhile, Morgan tries some new gadgets. |
| 1 | 6 | A new day dawns on Wolfehead as Spark encounters King. At the academy, the pups learn about baby talk ... and try to understand why humans love it. |
| 1 | 7 | As Izzy grows suspicious of Corazon's daily routine, Charlie takes D.O.G. out for the day — and leaves Morgan with a long list of responsibilities. |
| 1 | 8 | Ready for a purr-fect rivalry? Whiz, Corazon, Spark and the rest of the pups learn how to coexist with nature's enemies: cats. |
| 1 | 9 | The pups pair off and partner up for an academy-wide scavenger hunt. But when Morgan and Spark stray from the path, things take an eerie turn. |
| 1 | 10 | While Corazon struggles with an awkward accessory, Morgan and Izzy make a major mistake that threatens the fantastic future of Pup Academy. |
| 1 | 11 | A sick day for Morgan means an adventurous day for his friendly fill-in! Meanwhile, the pups get playful with a collection of creative pranks. |
| 1 | 12 | Pup Academy celebrates a special day of student reviews, Charlie shares a meaningful gift with Morgan, and King's dark past comes to light. |
| 1 | 13 | The greatest friendship on earth is at risk when the constellation that powers Pup Academy fades out and humans no longer want dogs as best buds. |
| 1 | 14 | Spark explains her side of the story after leaving the Academy, but Corazon and Whiz soon find out it was all part of Professor Fitz's sinister plans. |
| 1 | 15 | Everyone thinks Spark is the Chosen One according to school prophecy. But since Spark spent her life as a stray, she's not used to special treatment. |
| 1 | 16 | Some uninvited guests look to stink up this year's Howlathon during the harvest moon. But Corazon has a smelly secret weapon to stop them. |
| 1 | 17 | The pups need all the extra paws they can get to help break King out of Animal Control when he's snatched up after his hideout is suddenly raided. |
| 1 | 18 | It's the Howlers vs. the Growlers on the fetchball field. Will Spark be the first stray to win the MVP trophy, or will Bite take the title once again? |
| 1 | 19 | The guard dogs haven't seen a sign of Wolf in weeks, but D.O.G. can't shake the feeling that something wicked will try to ruin the pups' Graduation Day. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | The greatest friendship on earth is at risk when the constellation that powers Pup Academy fades out and humans no longer want dogs as best buds. |
| 2 | 2 | Spark explains her side of the story after leaving the Academy, but Corazon and Whiz soon find out it was all part of Professor Fitz's sinister plans. |
| 2 | 3 | Everyone thinks Spark is the Chosen One according to school prophecy. But since Spark spent her life as a stray, she's not used to special treatment. |
| 2 | 4 | Some uninvited guests look to stink up this year's Howlathon during the harvest moon. But Corazon has a smelly secret weapon to stop them. |
| 2 | 5 | The pups need all the extra paws they can get to help break King out of Animal Control when he's snatched up after his hideout is suddenly raided. |
| 2 | 6 | It's the Howlers vs. the Growlers on the fetchball field. Will Spark be the first stray to win the MVP trophy, or will Bite take the title once again? |
| 2 | 7 | The guard dogs haven't seen a sign of Wolf in weeks, but D.O.G. can't shake the feeling that something wicked will try to ruin the pups' Graduation Day. |
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