Romance to the Rescue (2022)

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If I had a penny

for every time

That I thought of you

and smiled

If you were a picture

I'd paint you

all of the colors I see

When I look at you

Whoa...

Time fades

when I'm with you...

And I can't explain

The crazy things I do...

Ah!

You give me butterflies...

Excuse me?

"Mark."

Uh, could you please direct me

to the manager's office?

Just through the door,

to the other half of the store.

- Ah.

- Ah, but wait!

Before you meet with her,

you have a little something

in your...

Perfect.

Thank you.

You know...

not everyone

would tell you that.

Oh, I know.

Good luck.

Ooh...

Trust me... I would make

the best merchandiser

for your store,

because, aside from my degree,

I am detail-oriented, organized,

and I have a plan

that includes this job...

A plan I have every intention

of carrying out

to the best of my abilities.

Hey, Mark,

is this a new product?

Yes, it is.

One of the buyers

just brought it in.

Hmm.

Keener.

There you go.

Hey, Kyra, I just had a customer

asking for

"ready-made lemon curd."

I mean, I've never

seen it before. Have you?

I don't think so...

but I'll find some.

Okay.

This is a brand-new product

that I just brought in.

It's lemon curd.

It brightens up pancakes,

ice cream,

and it tastes

especially delicious in a tart.

Enjoy.

Hi! So, this is the product.

It is organic...

Check.

Wow. My to-do list

is "get the sofa cleaned"

and "pick up guacamole."

Well...

both important,

but this is a bit of

a bigger-picture plan,

because if you take control,

your life will turn out

just as you'd hoped.

So, next, is selling

and marketing your own product?

Yeah.

That's why I'm trying to learn

what sells and what doesn't.

So what about number five?

"Find the perfect partner"?

I see that's not

checked off yet.

- I'm working on it.

- And?

Who is this "perfect partner"?

Oh.

That's easy.

Ahem.

Whoever...

meets this criteria.

"Loyal, dependable,

faithful..."

"gluten-free"?

Yeah.

Well, other than that,

it sounds like

you're looking for a dog

more than a man.

I mean, what about...

fun?

Or how about

being a best friend?

- Yeah...

- How about...

love?

That will all happen, of course,

as long as he is all of this.

I just need to make sure.

I cannot end up like my mother.

But isn't your mother

traveling the world?

Because that doesn't

sound terrible!

She is, but that's only

because I convinced her to.

My mother has been miserable

for years,

ever since my father left us.

So, anything I can do in life

to minimize that type

of disappointment again,

I will.

Well, I'm rolling the dice

on Peter,

whose online profile states

that he's fun and funny.

Because as far as I'm concerned,

you can't control everything

in your life...

especially...

not love.

See you tomorrow.

Oh, Mark!

Don't stay out too late,

because, remember,

we are meeting with

the new store manager tomorrow.

And, uh, just...

watch out for signs

that this guy...

he might flake on you.

Don't worry.

I'm planning to be reckless

and fall head over heels

at first sight.

Bye!

Well, you know what,

thank you so, so much

for stopping by

with the samples,

and, uh, I'll give you a call

if we're interested.

Bye.

Hey!

You're late.

Nah, it's okay,

the new manager just got here.

Apparently,

he's been with Merils

since he was a stock boy,

now he owns

and manages two stores.

This will be his third.

Since he was a stock boy, huh?

Now, that's loyal

to the company.

He was even wooed

by our competitors

for more money.

- Now that's faithful.

- And dependable.

Hang on.

Loyal, faithful, dependable.

Check, check, check!

And no wedding ring

that I can see,

so... check!

It's gonna be really awesome.

Oh, you better get over there

because I see Lara is

on the prowl for a new man,

and she is working that.

Oh!

I'm on it.

Yeah?

Yeah, I would love that.

Hi! My name's Kyra.

I am the store's product buyer.

Kyra! Heard lots about you.

Clearly, they're true,

because this display

is fantastic.

Thank you.

You know, there's nothing

quite like showing customers

what a new product looks like

and tastes like.

I couldn't agree more.

Would you like to try some?

They're whole wheat.

I would,

but I'm doing gluten-free.

Check! Ahem.

So... tell me.

How would you go about marketing

a new brand of dog food?

Because, unfortunately, we can't

bring dogs into the store,

otherwise I'd bring mine

to work.

I hate being away from him.

Oh, me too.

It breaks my heart

being away from

my little queen Antoinette.

That's funny,

I call mine "King".

It's not because

he's royalty in the house.

Oh, my little girl

definitely rules the roost.

Here.

She even has her own Insta page.

Oh, so does my King.

Well, you know,

in terms of brainstorming

for the new dog-food brand...

- We could, uh...

- That's amazing.

Do like a little bone...

So cute.

Has these really cool

eyes, too.

- So does my King!

- Aww!

I know!

Kyra has a dog.

Uh, you do?

What kind?

Uh...

It's a like a short-hair,

but a little... long, too.

Do you have a picture?

No. He's camera-shy.

Oh, not my little queen.

In fact, she's been

in a few commercials.

Amazing.

I think I'm going to have

to meet your Antoinette.

Kyra's dog's

been in commercials.

I thought you just said

he was camera-shy.

H-He is.

When I try to take

a picture of him.

Oh. Well, Antoinette's won

more dog shows than I can count.

Really?

I'm just getting more impressed

by the minute.

Sparky's dad

is actually a champion!

"Sparky"?

Your dog.

Right.

Well, my baby

is survival-trained.

Well, my Sparky is...

um...

Agility-trained?

Agility-trained. Yes.

Well, that couldn't be

more perfect!

We'll enter him

into the "Superpups" show.

I'm sorry, what?

Head office

is sponsoring the "Superpups"...

The new canine food

that I was talking about.

Lara, what about Antoinette?

Oh, well, she's not

exactly agility-trained.

Aw, too bad.

But we still have

Kyra and Sparky.

This is gonna be great promo

for the store.

In fact, I'm gonna call

head office right now,

and have them include you

on the print ads.

Oh, I...

Do what you have to

to get me a photo.

Uh... will do!

I think you got yourself

into a corner this time, keener.

Where am I gonna get a dog?

I, I, I... don't know.

Agility-trained?

Uh, great, well, thanks anyway.

Bye.

Ah! I don't know

what I'm gonna do.

Every single breeder

I've talked to

says I can't just buy

an agility-trained dog.

I'm sorry.

Thought I was helping.

I mean, he's totally

your number five.

I know, right?

He is exactly

what I'm looking for.

So what are you gonna do?

Well, guess I'm gonna have

to grab this bull...

Or this dog...

By the horns

and find one I can train myself.

Oh, come along with me

I'll show you just how much

You're missing out on

When you're stuck

Can I help you?

Oh. Uh...

Yes, actually.

I am looking for a dog to adopt.

All right.

Why?

I'm sorry, what?

Why?

Why are you looking for a dog?

Because I like dogs

and I would like to adopt one?

Well, I'd like

a vintage Corvette,

but then I'd need

to find time to care for it,

make sure it gets out

for a spin,

clean it, put money into it,

so probably I figure

it's too much work

and end up taking it back

to the dealer.

Uh... right. Um...

- My point is...

- Oh, thank goodness.

A lot of people come in here

looking for a dog, but...

they don't realize how much work

goes into them,

so, they just end up

giving up on them.

Oh, no! No. No, no, no.

I am not one of those people.

Trust me.

Well, I'd like to,

but I've heard

those words before.

So, if you're really serious,

then we can go into my office

and see if you're a candidate

for adoption.

Okay, let's do it.

All right.

Wow.

Um, you the manager

of the shelter or...?

Uh, I'm the owner.

Kevin Walker.

Uh, Kyra Fowler.

Soon-to-be dog owner, I hope.

Okay.

Well, there are

a few standard questions

we need to ask

before you can be approved.

Number one, does anyone

in the home

or building where you live

have a problem

with you owning a dog?

Nope. Just me, myself, and I.

Okay.

And how many hours a day

will the dog be left alone?

Well, let's see,

I work in eight-hour shifts.

So... uh, but I could

be home for lunch.

I will be home for lunch.

Every day.

And have you ever

owned a dog before?

No, but I did have a goldfish

when I was six.

Look.

I have a plan,

and I have every intention

on following through with it,

and recently, that plan

involves a dog, so...

Well...

even the best-laid plans

don't always work out,

and, from what

I can tell so far,

you're not really

a candidate for a dog.

Maybe a cat

would be a better fit.

No, no, no, no! Wait.

I don't think you understand.

I-I will make it work,

because I am not one

of those people who gives up,

and if you are worried

that I will bring the dog back,

you don't have to be,

because I would never abandon

anyone or anything,

because...

because I know

what that's like,

and I wouldn't wish that

on anyone.

Right.

All right.

Let's find you a dog.

So, any ideas

what you're looking for?

Breed? Size?

Um, I would like

an athletic dog.

Oh, and smart.

I would really like

to sink my teeth into training.

You know,

kind of like those "Superpups"?

The agility-trained ones?

Bingo.

Oh. Okay.

So you want a challenge?

I love a challenge.

Then I've got the dog for you.

Hey.

This here is Sam.

He's almost five.

He's a Border Collie-

Australian Shepherd mix.

Hi! Hi, Sam!

Look at you.

Look at you!

How did you end up in here? Hmm?

Sam's owner took a job overseas

and left him behind.

It's heartbreaking,

because these guys

can't understand

why the people they love

abandon them.

Wow.

I get it, Sam.

Because, years ago, my dad left,

took a job across the country,

and I still don't get it.

But you know what?

That's okay.

Because you are

coming home with me!

Yeah!

Ooh!

Sam! Home, sweet home.

Okay, here.

Why don't you try out

your nice, comfy bed?

Good, Sam! Good boy.

Good boy!

I'm gonna do some homework.

"Dog... agility."

Hmm.

That's incredible!

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes!

Sam!

What are you doing?

It is 3:00 in the morning!

Go to bed!

Or just...

go to the sofa.

Look, if this is a ploy

to get into my bed,

forget it.

Okay.

Sam.

All right,

let's get you on this walk

before I go to wo...

Ahh!

Oh, Sam!

Oh!

Sam! Whoa!

All right, Sam. I will be home

for lunch in a couple of hours.

Okay?

Very funny.

Thank you.

Now be good, Sam.

Be good.

My phone.

Oh, my gosh.

Oh, now,

don't you try to be cute.

Aw, Sam.

Are you gonna help me clean up?

This is... incredible.

Hey, Kyra!

Listen, do you think you could

cover for me today?

Are you not coming in?

I mean, you always come in.

And you have

that meeting with Trevor.

Right. I am gonna ask

to do that on a video call,

because, uh... ha.

Guess what?

I got a dog!

Really?

Is it trained?

Eh, working on it.

Uh, you know what?

I've got to go,

but I will talk to you soon.

Thank you

so, so, so, so, so, so much!

Ugh!

Hi.

What are you doing here?

Didn't you read

the adoption agreement?

I haven't had a chance yet.

Ah. Okay.

Well, it states

that you'll be getting

a house call to check in.

I was in the neighborhood

following up

with another family,

and figured

I'd see if you were home.

Guess I got lucky.

Ha. So lucky!

Hey, you know what?

It's a beautiful day outside,

- why don't we go for a wal...

- Well, actually,

we prefer to walk

through the home,

confirm that it's pet-friendly.

I have to admit,

I'm a little bit embarrassed,

because my place is a mess

right now...

Oh, I'm sure it's fine.

Sure.

Uh...

Um, hey, actually...

Wow.

There was a fly

in here earlier...

buzzing around

and, uh, uh, uh, I,

I mean, Sam, uh,

was chasing it and, uh...

I had my swatter out,

and everything was just, uh,

out of control.

Yeah, no, no, I could see

how a fly could get things

out of hand.

Question, uh...

you do have a crate

for Sam, right?

Didn't know I needed one.

Was that also in

the adoption papers?

Uh, it's not,

but it's a good thing to have.

Really, most dogs learn

to love their crate...

A place for them to go

where they don't get into

any, uh...

you know... trouble.

- Got it.

- Yeah.

I see you work at Merils?

Right! Yeah. I do.

Were you on your way in?

Because I won't keep you long.

Actually, I was planning

to stay home,

you know,

be here to keep Sam company.

Sam, no!

Sam! No! Sam, out of that!

Sam, here. Hey. Sit.

Good boy. Good boy.

What did you just do

right there?

Oh. Well,

when Sam's focus was on me,

I praised him.

That way,

whenever you say his name,

he'll immediately focus on you,

no matter what he's doing.

Huh!

Yeah.

So you're a trainer?

Oh, no, I've just learned a lot

from working with dogs

over the years.

Well, I couldn't, say,

hire you to train Sam?

No, sorry.

But, um,

just for your reference,

it's really the owner

that gets the training.

Well, that's perfect,

because I would be

the model student,

and I would be happy to pay you

whatever it is

that you wanted to charge me.

I'm sorry,

but I'm sure you can find

an actual trainer to help you

and this guy.

You hear that, Sam?

Because, although I miss you,

this is your new home now,

all right?

So you're gonna have to be

a good boy.

Well, uh, everything here

seems to be in...

some kind of order, so, uh...

I'm sure I won't need

to come back again.

Unless, of course, uh...

you wanted to come back

and say "hi" to Sam or whatever.

Thank you, but...

I find it's easier

just to say goodbye.

But, uh, good luck,

and, seriously, get that crate...

I'm sure the flies to be...

much less destructive.

All right, Sam,

please go inside your cozy den.

Go inside.

Go inside...

Um, okay, Sam,

I need you to be good

for ten minutes... ten minutes!

Please?

Kyra! There you are.

Mark told me that you were

staying home today.

Is everything okay?

Oh, um, everything is fine.

I just had a few personal things

that I had to, uh, deal with,

but, hey, why don't

we talk dog food,

since we are both

such big dog lovers?

I know you mentioned

that you couldn't bring

your dog inside the store,

so why don't

we bring the brand out?

We could set up an outdoor

doggie drinking station.

We could give away treat samples

for owners to try or take home.

Wow! You really know

how to check off all the boxes.

So do you.

I mean... you... I'm sure

that you are able to check off

all the boxes that you need to,

as well.

Uh...

Oh, that must be him...

The wonder dog

I can't wait to see in action

with his equally brilliant

owner?

That is us... the dynamic duo.

Okay, Sam, time to meet

some trainers.

Training dogs

is like training soldiers...

It takes discipline!

To communicate with your animal,

you have to speak

their language.

Hmm.

Mm...

aura... it's all about the auras.

Uh... huh.

Wow. Um, thank you.

Trust me, this always works.

It's okay.

A-woo, ooh!

Please, join.

A-woo-oo-oo... ooh?

Woo-ooh?

Ow-woo.

How's the training going?

It's not.

I didn't connect

with any of the trainers.

And I read that smart dogs

need the mental stimulation

of training,

or else they get bored,

and after being cooped up

at that shelter for so long,

I just want to do

what's best for Sam.

Not to mention you want Trevor.

Yeah, well, that too, of course.

Well, I'm sure you'll find

a trainer you connect with.

Yeah, that's the thing.

I think

maybe Sam and I already have.

Knock-knock? It's me!

Don't worry,

I'm not here to bring Sam back.

Is everything okay?

Yeah... everything is great.

I mean...

not really.

I mean, I'll be lucky

if there's not

another small disaster

by the time I get home.

Did you get a crate?

I did, I got a wire one,

which Sam refused to go inside,

so I got a soft, padded one,

which he would go inside,

but he would not

stop barking in,

so now I have one that's shaped

like a little house,

and I even took the time to draw

little pictures for the inside,

for ambience,

but no, it's a no-go.

Yeah, it sounds like

he might be suffering

from some separation anxiety.

Huh.

So you're saying

the crates are reminding him

of the fact that I'm leaving.

Exactly.

That makes total sense.

And even more amazing

is the fact

that none of the trainers

I talked to picked up on it.

And that is exactly why

you are the man for the job!

I'm sorry, okay?

I already told you.

I just, I don't have the time...

I know, I know, I know,

you are not an official trainer,

but I am begging you...

Because you are right,

Sam is super-smart,

and a dog like that needs

major mental stimulation,

kind of like

the agility training

that I was talking about,

but the problem is,

I don't even know

basic training.

And...

I was honest in that

I don't want to give up on Sam,

but I just need

a little bit of help.

So what do you say?

Please?

Will you help me and Sam?

You have to take

some responsibility

for letting me adopt him.

I mean, I know I can be

very convincing, but...

All right, fine.

I'll run you

through some basics.

Thank you!

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

And like I said,

I will be a model student.

Great. Sit.

Okay.

Now stay, and I'll grab my keys.

Won't go anywhere.

Not bad.

What?

Oh...

"Sit, stay."

Yeah, sorry, I couldn't resist.

Very funny.

Well, in that case,

I want my treat.

That's a good one.

I was serious, I am very hungry,

so maybe after we pick up Sam,

we could pick up something,

like a taco?

So, the easiest way

to train your dog

is by using the tastiest treats

that you can find.

- Hmm.

- Assuming, of course,

that your dog is food-motivated,

which, from the way that Sam

keeps eyeballing your taco...

You have some... uh...

A little...

Oh.

Uh... got it!

Now, always make sure that

you have some treats on hand.

That way, you can

reward Sam right away,

so he makes the association.

Now, a lot of previous owners

already trained their dogs,

so let's see

if that's the case with Sam.

Sam... sit.

Sam, down.

Paw?

- Good boy!

- Look at that!

It's like

he's already fully trained.

Yeah, I'd say

he's pretty advanced, actually.

Then why's

he acting out so much?

Because even the most

well-trained dogs will act out

if they're suffering

from some emotional issues...

Like the separation anxiety.

But, don't worry,

if you gain his trust

by showing him

that you're always coming back

if you leave,

then he'll let it go.

Now, let's see

how he behaves with you.

That might be

a bit of a problem.

How so?

Whoa! Sam! No!

Got it.

- Sam!

- Here. Here, here.

I got it, I got it.

I got it.

Hey. Hey.

It's like doing the Iditarod

every time.

Yeah. You can't let him lead,

is the thing.

- Right.

- Watch.

Sam? Walk.

Just like that.

So, every time Sam pulls,

you tell him to sit, stay,

and then you walk again. Okay?

Okay. Ahem.

Okay, Sam?

Walk.

And walk.

And sit!

Well, look at that...

He's really getting it.

Well, actually,

you're really getting it.

Right, because

you are not only training him,

you are also training me.

Tch. There you go.

So, because

this is going so well,

do you think that

Sam could be agility-trained?

I have no doubt that Sam

could be agility-trained,

but it takes a lot of dedication

and motivation

to get a dog to that level.

Oh, I am motivated.

Yeah. I can see that.

Why?

Because...

I may have exaggerated a wee bit

about how smart Sam is,

and because Merils

is sponsoring it,

we have been entered

as contestants

into an agility show.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, wait.

Not the Superpups show?

- That's the one.

- Oh...

No, no, it's...

I mean, I know,

it's a little crazy,

but you said it yourself...

Sam is very smart,

so this could be an opportunity

for him to work

that big brain of his.

Again, I have no doubt

that Sam could handle it...

Really? That's great.

When can we start?

I am off Saturday,

Thursday after 3:00...

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.

I didn't say

that I would help you

agility-train Sam.

But this, us...

All of this has been so great.

Yeah, it went

relatively smoothly,

and now I can feel good

about the adoption,

knowing that you know how

to manage Sam moving forward.

Well, I guess we will just

have to carry on to greatness

without you.

Nice try.

Is it working?

Huh?

I'll think about it, okay?

Great! Because I know

you are the best one

to train Sam...

And me, of course.

Okay, okay, I said

I'd think about it.

Just so you know, the show is

coming up in a couple of weeks...

- No pressure, of course.

- Right.

Well, I need to get back

to the shelter, but, um...

I will be in touch.

Um, don't wait too long.

Because, you know,

it's a couple weeks!

He'll be back.

I think.

Good, Sam. Good.

Oh, hey, Kev.

Brought you some leftovers.

John's away on business

and there is no way

I'm gonna finish them all,

which is good,

because your fridge

is seriously empty.

I swear, Mom dropped the ball

by not teaching you how to cook.

It's only empty

because I've been

busier than usual.

Oh, shelter getting full?

That, and, you know,

I'm just keeping busy.

And just today I was helping

someone train their dog.

Really?

Who?

Just this woman, Kyra.

She came in to the shelter

looking for a dog,

and I honestly wasn't even

going to let her adopt, but...

But?

But I don't know.

What she said,

she just seemed so sincere,

and I got the feeling

she wouldn't give up, so.

Wow.

You never let emotion

get in the way of adoptions.

It wasn't emotional, okay?

It was just my gut.

Your gut... same thing.

So? Was your gut right?

Yeah, I think so.

Great! I mean, it's great

that you're having

a little human interaction,

plus, I think you would make

an excellent trainer.

I just gave her a few tips,

and now she's gonna have

to find someone else.

Why? Why?

Because I'm happy

doing what I do.

Look, Kev.

You've done an amazing thing

with that shelter,

you really have,

but you can't just

spend your entire life

surrounded by dogs and animals.

There are

some good people out there

and I think a good start

would be helping this Kyra girl

train her dog.

I'll think about it.

Hi, Mom!

How's the European tour going?

It's spectacular.

Honestly, I haven't felt

this alive in ages,

so thank you

for pushing me to go.

Mom, that is so great.

Oh, uh... you'll never guess.

I got a dog.

A dog?

I didn't know

that was in your plans.

Oh, it wasn't,

but it is kind of tied to them.

See, the new store manager, Mom,

he is, like, perfect

and he is a dog-lover, so...

I see.

Well, he must be perfect

for you to go to such measures

and get a dog.

Oh, he is.

He is loyal, dependable...

Trevor is nothing like Dad.

Right...

well, just remember, sweetheart,

no one's perfect.

Hmm.

Oh, I'm sorry, but I should go.

I've got a river cruise

in 30 minutes with Valentin,

but we'll talk again

in a few days.

Valentin?

Valentin! Mom?

I love you, sweetheart!

Talk to you soon.

Guess who's doing

the announcing

for the Superpups show?

Yours truly!

"And now

for our next dynamic duo...

Kyra and her Superpup!"

Mark!

That's so great.

Now I just have to get a handle

on this whole agility thing.

Right.

Maybe you can just

tell Trevor that you...

I mean, "we" may have

exaggerated just a bit.

Yeah. Really?

Can I?

Oh.

- Yeah.

- Wow.

Yes, absolutely...

Kyra! Hey!

- Hey!

- Isn't it great?

Yeah!

Sure is.

You and Sparky

must be so excited.

Oh... yeah, we, um,

really, really are.

Well, I'm just

on my way to grab

some sandwiches from Stefano's.

- Can I get you one?

- Actually, I'm okay.

I brought

my own gluten-free bars.

Actually, do you want one?

Because I have to warn you,

Stefano's does not have

a gluten-free option.

That's okay.

Today's not my gluten-free day.

Oh. "Day"?

So...

you're not actually gluten-free,

or...?

Just on Thursdays.

And then, on Tuesdays,

I am faithfully vegetarian,

and on Monday, Wednesdays,

and Fridays,

I am loyal to that Reuben on rye

at Stefano's.

So enjoy,

and I'll see you after lunch.

Great.

Sure.

So, uncheck "gluten-free."

Is that a deal-breaker?

No. No, no, no. No. No.

No, because he still checks off

everything else on the list.

You know? The important things.

Uh-oh.

What?

It's the guy from the shelter.

Could you just watch

the customers for me? Great.

- Hi!

- Hey.

Wow. So, this is, uh...

really happening, huh?

Uh, sure is.

Full-steam ahead.

Right.

So, uh, look.

If you and Sam still

need someone to train you,

then, uh, I would be willing

to take you on as clients.

Really?

Yeah.

That would be so great!

Ah! Sam and I are, like,

the luckiest human and dog ever!

Who's Sam?

Sam is my dog... obviously!

Thought your dog's name

was "Sparky".

Uh, yes... it is.

That is the nickname

that I gave him...

because he is so smart,

you know?

Like, a lightbulb.

Like, bing-bing-bing-bing!

Like a... like a...

Oh.

Um, just to avoid confusion

in training,

you should really refer to him

by just one name only.

"Training"?

Yeah, Lara, well, you know

what dogs are like...

The training never stops.

And...

are you the trainer?

Oh, my gosh!

Lara, did you just

post a new picture

on Antoinette's Insta page?

I did, actually.

It is a-maz-ing!

So many likes!

Oh, my gosh, really?

Let me see!

Um... well.

You know what?

Why don't we just take

some of these treats

and get started?

Right now?

Don't you have to...

I don't know, work?

Nah, I can knock off

a few hours early

for the sake of the show.

Okay, yeah, I mean,

I guess I don't need to be

back at the shelter

for a few hours, so...

Perfect.

Mark, can you cover for me?

Thank you.

All right, let's go.

Okay. You are already

on your way.

All right,

let's get some of those treats

into this pouch here

and we'll get started.

Oh.

Like that.

There. So it doesn't...

slide off.

Yeah. Just like that.

That looks great.

Okay, so first things first.

You're gonna want to get

Sam's full attention on you.

- So, grab a treat.

- Right.

Okay.

Sam... sit.

Good boy!

Uh...

That's weird.

The box of new treats

says "irresistible".

Huh. He must not be hungry.

Arf!

Or maybe

he just doesn't like them.

I know!

I'll try

one of my gluten-free bars.

Uh... 'kay.

Okay.

Woof!

Sam, sit.

Good boy!

Oh, look at that!

I think he likes it.

Huh.

Here, let's try this again.

Here.

We'll use it

to lead him around the cones.

Come on.

Oh, good boy!

That's it!

Around here. Around here.

There you go! Good boy.

This is working great!

- Huh!

- Great!

Except that was my last one.

I guess I'll have to make

a whole whack more.

You made these?

Yeah! It's my very own recipe.

Maybe I could get that from you.

Sure, why?

Are you gluten-free or...?

I am, actually.

When I was a kid,

I would get these rashes

every time I ate wheat.

I know exactly

what you're talking about.

Those rashes are the worst!

I know!

Between that

and the stutter I had,

it didn't help

my popularity any.

Huh.

If you've got some time,

we could go inside

and make some more.

Uh, actually, you probably have

to get back to the shelter.

Well, I... my assistant

is actually there today,

so, it should be okay.

Except I have to warn you,

I'm not the best in the kitchen.

Perfect.

Now I can teach you something.

Sam? Wanna come in?

I don't think so.

Okay.

Okay, so,

it will just take me a second

to get all the ingredients.

Okay.

Wow. It's much tidier

than last time.

I guess no more flies, huh?

Come on,

you know that wasn't a fly.

Maybe.

Plus, you don't

strike me as the messy type.

In fact,

you seem quite organized.

In every aspect.

Oh. Um...

Yeah...

That is just

a silly motivational...

thing.

Right.

Why don't you help me

in the kitchen?

Kitchen.

Yeah.

Okay! Uh, I will start off

by getting you

to add some water...

Okay.

Some oats.

Oats. 'Kay.

I will get

the other ingredients.

- Okay.

- Perfect.

Nut butter will thicken it up.

So do you have

a to-do list for Sam,

to get him motivated

for the big show?

Of course.

He has to learn

to jump, weave, turn.

Jump, weave, turn...

Well, you've really done

your agility homework.

Would you expect anything less?

No.

Gotta put some elbow into that.

- Elbow?

- Yeah.

- Too much elbow.

- Perfect!

Here, I'll add

the gluten-free peanut butter.

Is it always this messy?

No, actually, it's not!

Gonna have to wash

my hands here.

All right, that's it.

Now... for the taste test.

Hmm.

Wow! Very funny.

What? I thought this batch

was for Sam.

Yeah. No, I see where I stand

on the, uh, totem pole here.

Uh-oh.

What's Sam's getting into?

What? Where?

Oh. O-Okay. Very funny.

I see what you're doing...

Get the dog in trouble

so you could eat his treats.

Sorry, but these are good.

Really good!

Oh, what's Sam got?

You really think I'm gonna

fall for that again?

No, seriously.

What's in his mouth?

Sam.

I swear, he's obsessed

with my car keys.

Maybe he's trying to tell you

he wants to go for a car ride.

Sam?

Do you want to go for a ride?

Arf!

Well, great, now

I've gotten him all excited.

I'm game if you are.

How about this?

No plan

and look where we ended up.

Yeah. It really is beautiful.

Guess this is one of

those off-leash dog parks, huh?

Sure is.

And I think he knows it.

Okay. Sam, ready?

Go play!

- Go. go!

- Go, Sam!

You see, this is what I love...

Just dogs just being dogs,

you know?

Not a care in the world.

Must be pretty fun

to be a dog, huh?

Yeah, well, that's why

it's nice having a dog.

Because all the things

that are great

about being a dog,

they can teach us, you know?

Like just taking a moment

to play,

or enjoying a car ride,

like Sam just did.

I mean, he didn't know

where we were going

or what the plan was,

he was just

living in the moment.

I mean, that would be great,

but the reality is,

we will never be

as carefree as dogs.

Oh...

I just think life is easier

if you have a plan,

because, if you don't,

then things just turn out...

not as planned.

Well, then

I guess the good news is

that, according

to your to-do list,

you seem to be well on track...

Except for one thing.

Hey, look, if you are talking

about the "partner" thing,

that is not...

I was talking about Sam,

because I didn't see

"getting a dog" on there.

Right.

I mean, getting a dog

was a part of the plan,

it was just part of

a bigger plan.

Right.

Did you see that?

Um...

Hey, let's, uh, let's try this.

Ooh.

All right, Sam, ready?

Ready? Go!

Oh! Good boy!

Oh, come on, that was amazing!

Uh, he's definitely got

some Superpup in him.

That's right.

That is my Superpup.

Come on, Sam! Come on!

Bring it back. Bring it here.

Come on.

Come on. Bring it to me.

Bring it to me.

Pick it up.

Yeah! Good!

Good! Good, Sam.

Do you wanna go again? Okay.

Try again. Ready?

Good... and go!

Good boy! Good boy.

Well, I guess we didn't really

get a lot of training in.

Ah, it's okay.

We'll, uh, make up for it

this weekend.

You know, maybe I'll set up

a proper course at my place

and then you can

bring Sam over there.

Great.

And then

I get to meet your dog...

Or dogs, I'm assuming.

Uh, well, actually,

I don't have a dog.

But...

you're the dog guy!

How do you not have a dog?

I mean,

I had one growing up, but...

I mean, I guess now that I have

so many at the shelter,

every time I think about

bringing one home,

I start thinking that

I should bring them all home,

and...

it's just too hard.

Huh. Yeah. I mean, I get it.

Just so you know,

I think what you're doing

at the shelter...

Finding these dogs

their forever homes...

Is incredible.

Ah, they're

the incredible ones...

For giving us humans

another chance.

Hmm.

But, on that note,

I should get going.

I still need to pop

by the shelter.

So, uh, this weekend...

Serious work?

- Serious work.

- Serious work.

See ya, Sam.

Bye-bye.

Hey!

- Hi!

- What do you think?

I mean, it's not

totally up to speed,

- but it's getting there.

- Okay, go play.

Oh, go, play.

Wow. This whole space

is perfect for dog training.

Yeah, I mean,

it's not why I moved here,

but I just kind of like

that it's tucked away, you know?

Even better, because then

the dogs can't bother anybody.

Yeah.

Kevin, you should

seriously consider this

as a side business.

But just not yet,

because I wouldn't want

to share you.

Right. Well, I don't

have any plans right now

to take on any more clients,

so...

Good!

Now, I did a little research

and this course

is fairly accurate,

but on a beginner scale.

That being said, if I do...

this...

we can easily

adjust the difficulty.

I love it.

Yeah. Should we get

started with Sam?

Absolutely.

- Sam! Come on!

- Come on, Sam.

Come on. Come on.

- All right. Here we go.

- All right.

So, first thing you want to do,

you want to get Sam

to come around on your left...

- Right.

- As you start the course.

So... sit. Good.

But we want to go...

- come around...

- And around.

Sit.

And we're gonna jump...

Whoo!

Good job!

And now we are going to...

What's the best way?

So the poles

are just like the cones.

You're just gonna want

to get him weaving through.

- Look at... look at Kevin.

- Just like that.

- Look at Kevin.

- See that, Sam?

Just like that.

And then around...

and then around...

- Good boy!

- Good job. Good job.

- And around... and then sit.

- Here we go.

Good, Sam!

That was great!

Okay, so...

Okay, so next, you want to get

a lot of momentum,

- so you hit the first jump...

- Yep.

Go up the A-frame

and then hit the second jump.

Get him on your side.

Okay. Come on. Sit.

Okay, ready? And... go!

Good job! And up!

We're gonna go...

Walk, walk, walk, walk,

walk, walk, walk!

Good boy!

And jump!

Jump!

Good job! We did it!

I mean, Sam did it!

Good job.

- Good boy, Sam! Good boy!

- Good job.

Come here.

You're such a good boy!

Hey, Kev.

Hey!

What is all this?

Uh...

Kyra, this is Heather,

my sister. Heather...

This is Kyra and her dog, Sam.

Hi!

It is so nice to meet you.

So nice to meet you.

And you, you little cutie.

So, are you doing some training

or just having fun

with all of this?

- Uh, well, we...

- Yeah! We are.

Doing some serious training...

Very serious.

Actually, Kevin is amazing,

he's kind of like

the dog whisperer of trainers.

Well, I am not surprised.

You know, um...

I brought a half a roast chicken

from home,

if you want to join us

for a little dinner.

Oh...

That would be lovely.

Thank you.

I'll just heat this up.

That's so nice.

Um...

what do you say?

One more time around?

One more time.

Okay. Sam! Sam!

Hi! All right, ready?

We're gonna go.

We're gonna go.

Come on!

Good! Good!

And that is when it got crazy.

I mean, he brought home

every living creature

you can think of...

Birds with broken wings,

toads from off the road...

it's when

you brought home the skunk,

that's when Mom drew the line.

That's when we got Buddy.

Ohh. Buddy? Was that your dog?

Yeah.

Yeah, more like his best friend.

Do you have any pictures?

I would to see.

Are you kidding?

I have a whole album.

I'll go dig it up.

Oh, yeah.

Aww.

You know, I think it's...

I think it's really great

that you convinced Kevin

to help you train your dog.

No, I mean, like I said,

he is amazing!

I feel like the lucky one.

I think

that he's pretty lucky, too.

Kevin's never really had

a lot of friends

or people that he's let

into his life,

which is why I'm so happy

that you're here.

You know, I've never seen him

like this with anyone.

And if he does let you

into his life,

he's gonna be

the most loyal friend

that you've ever had.

Here it is!

Oh, hey, you know what?

I've got an idea.

Why don't you two

take that out to the porch,

and I'll make some coffee?

Oh, no, no.

Here, let me help you.

Oh, no, no, no, no.

I insist.

I got this.

Don't. Don't fight her on it.

He's right.

Okay, okay.

- Thank you.

- You're welcome.

Go, before I change my mind.

Yeah, there's a seat right here.

The two of you

were so cute.

Look!

You guys are swimming together.

That was like

his favorite thing to do.

I couldn't keep him

out of the water.

Even a puddle...

He would just plunk himself

right in the middle of it.

You know, I was thinking about

that to-do list of yours...

Um, number four...

"sell and market"

your own product.

Right. Yes.

I am still working on that.

What about those bars

we just made?

The problem is there are

just so many gluten-free bars

on the market already.

Well, I was kind of thinking

for dogs. You know?

I think that might be

a little more original.

That would be original,

but I mean, is there even

a market for that?

How many dogs are gluten-free?

I know we have

plenty of dogs at the shelter

with food sensitivities,

and I mean, I could even

help you with marketing.

I could give away

a free bag of dog treats

with every adoption.

You would do that?

Yeah, of course.

If I were to sell these treats,

I would be happy

to donate a portion of the sales

to your shelter.

You don't have to do that.

I know I don't have to,

but I want to.

This is adorable, by the way.

I don't even know

what I was doing there.

Look how cute you are!

Let's get back to...

You have

very pronounced dimples,

by the way.

It was so nice of her

to invite me.

Oh! Okay, Sam. Let's go.

- Ready to go.

- Ready to go! Come on.

Good!

Good boy.

You know, I think I saw them

setting up the agility course

the other day.

Already?

Wow.

- Are you nervous?

- A bit!

It's just gonna be me and Sam

and a bunch of people watching.

Unless, of course,

you wanted to do it with me.

Oh, not a chance.

But don't worry,

we'll keep training,

and, you know,

hopefully calm those nerves.

Great.

Uh, hey, Kevin?

I just wanted to say thank you.

And not...

Not just for the training,

but...

for letting me adopt Sam,

and for everything.

I'm just...

glad it's working out.

Me too.

Goodnight, Kyra.

Goodnight.

Sam!

Ready for your training?

Sam?

Oh.

Sam? What's wrong?

Are you sick, buddy?

Hello?

Hi. Kevin, there's

something wrong with Sam.

What? What is it?

I-I-I don't know,

he's just not moving.

All right, can you bring him

down to the shelter?

Of course.

I'll let the vet know

you're on your way.

Thank you!

Oh, no.

It's gonna be okay, Sam.

I appreciate

you running all the tests.

I'll have more

information when we're finished.

All right.

Thank you, Dr. Cormier.

Is everything okay?

How's Sam?

They are currently performing

an ultrasound

to see if there may be

an obstruction.

An obstruction of what?

I don't know, is there anything

he could've gotten into?

No, not that I can think of.

All right, well, here.

There's nothing we can do

but wait, so.

So could this be serious?

Depends what it is.

This is the worst.

I just can't imagine my life...

if Sam wasn't around.

He's become like family.

I just can't lose anybody else.

How old were you

when your dad left?

And I know that...

sounds like

it's old enough to handle it,

but it still hurt.

And the worst part was,

there was nothing I could do

to stop it.

Is that why you have the list?

So you can feel

more in control of things?

Yeah.

I mean, I know

that probably sounds crazy.

No. No.

I've been trying for years

not to get hurt, so.

Well, it must be impossible,

because look at

this situation right now.

If something happens

to Sam, I'm...

Hey, hey...

Look at me.

Sam is going to be okay.

Because he didn't wait this long

to get adopted by

the absolute perfect dog owner

just to end it like this, okay?

Okay.

- Is Sam okay?

- He's fine.

He had part of what

looked like a chopstick

lodged in his throat,

that we successfully extracted.

Oh, my goodness.

Thank you!

Thank you, thank you,

thank you, thank you!

We'll bring him out shortly.

Oh! He's gonna be okay!

- He is.

- Oh!

Thank you so much

for being here.

Yeah. Of course.

Sam!

Sam!

You're okay!

You scared me.

Well, Sam thinks you still are.

Good, good, good!

Go, go, go, go!

Looks like Sam's back to normal.

Oh, you bet.

Watch this!

Okay, Sam, ready?

Come over here.

And weave! Go, go, go!

Good job, good job, good job!

- There you go, that's it!

All right, that's great.

Now, into the tunnel...

- Tunnel!

- In!

And tunnel!

Come on.

In the tunnel!

- Oh!

- Oh, oh!

Not on top.

- Well...

- I don't know.

He keeps doing this.

Maybe he's claustrophobic.

Maybe he just needs

a little encouragement.

Ahem. Watch this.

Ohh!

Hey!

Oh! Hi!

Wow, this looks like

a circus for dogs.

- Yep.

- Can Sam really do all this?

Oh, yeah!

I mean, most of it.

Well, my hat's off to you,

because, honestly,

I didn't really think

you were gonna be able

to pull it off, but...

Did he follow me?

Oh, wow!

Sorry.

Didn't mean to startle you.

Um... uh, Kevin,

this is my colleague

and co-worker, Mark.

This is my friend and trainer.

So you're the dog trainer

I've heard so much about?

Well, actually,

I'm not an official trainer.

Well, could've fooled me.

Kevin doesn't give himself

enough credit.

Like I always say,

it's the dog owner

that gets trained,

so, Kyra deserves

a bit of credit as well.

Oh. Just a little bit?

Maybe more than a bit.

Well, seeing as you've both

been so hard at work here,

why don't you take some time

and I'll stay

and babysit Sam for a while?

- Oh...

- Let him get to know

his Uncle Mark.

I don't know if Kevin

can take any more time

away from the shelter.

Well, that would be great, actually.

I mean, I figured

we'd need a full day,

so I lined up some staff

to take over.

Really? Um...

well, in that case, all right.

Okay. Come here, Sam!

Come here!

Are you gonna stay here?

Are you gonna be a good boy?

Okay. These are for you.

Okay. Thanks.

Thanks.

Hey.

Mom and Dad are gone.

Now where are those treats?

Thank you.

Oh, h*, h*, h*.

Ohh!

Now this is a lot of ice cream.

You know, my mom and I used

to order these for dinner

before we'd go to the movies.

It would help take our mind

off things.

Mm. What about your dad?

His job transferred him

to the East Coast.

Mm.

Ah.

But we still talk. Sometimes.

But it's just been different

ever since he left.

Hmm.

What about you?

Are your parents still close?

Yeah.

My parents are, uh,

living their retirement dream

in the country

with three dogs,

all from the shelter,

which is just really ironic,

because before we had Buddy,

they never even thought

about having a dog.

I mean, that's kind of like me.

I didn't think about it,

and now look at me...

I'm like a helicopter dog-mom.

Actually kind of makes me wonder

what I'll be like

when I have kids of my own.

If they're anything like me,

they'll be wild...

You know,

running around the park,

climbing up trees,

hanging upside-down

off monkey bars.

I'd be swinging

as high as I possibly could.

Actually sounds like

a lot of fun.

'Kay.

Put that down.

What? I just started.

No. You are getting

on a swing.

Right now?

Come on!

Hurry, before we lose them!

Let's see

who can swing the highest.

Okay.

All right.

Are you ready?

For what?

We're gonna jump!

- What, from here?

- Yes!

I think we're too high.

- Oh, come on.

On the count of three.

One...

- Two...

- I...

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.

I'm gonna do it!

- No, don't!

- Three!

You good?

You good?

I'm good.

I'm good, too.

And that was easily

the most fun I've ever had

on a swing set.

Well, hey, the day's not over.

Do you wanna go see a movie?

Wow.

I don't think

I've been to see a movie

since my sister and I

went to see a screening

of The Incredible Journey.

You know, we could

watch a movie at my place.

That's a great idea.

I will just call Mark

and make sure Sam's okay.

Okay.

Oh! It's Mama.

Hey, everything okay?

It's great.

What about you?

We're having

a lot of fun, actually.

Really?

I wouldn't have guessed.

In fact, we are thinking

of watching a movie,

but only if

you can stay and feed Sam dinner

and maybe take him

for a quick walk?

Yeah, of course.

So, is this movie

like a date-date?

- No! No, no, no, no.

- It's a date.

Right.

So, you just keep having fun

and I will feed Sam

and order takeout for myself.

Great.

Just no chopsticks, okay?

No chopsticks. Check.

Bye-ee!

Okay. Here it is.

The Incredible Journey.

Well, our popcorn is popped

and ready to go.

Don't mind if I do.

Now,

I have to warn you,

I have seen this movie

about a thousand times,

and so I may know

some of the lines by heart.

No! No, no, no, no, no.

There's no talking

during the movie.

That is a hard rule.

Okay, but before we get started,

- my favorite part...

- No, Kevin!

You can't share spoilers.

Well, I'll just...

sit here and promise to...

not say anything.

Perfect.

Oh, wait.

Um...

That's better.

Ready?

Ready.

So what'd you think?

I think that was one of

the best movies I've ever seen.

The will to get home

to their family is just...

it's so beautiful.

Yeah.

It is an amazing bond

our pets have with us.

How do the dogs at the shelter...

How do they get over

being abandoned?

It's the love of a new owner.

That's why it's so important

to find the right person

to adopt them.

Like you.

Uh... and on that note,

I should probably get home.

I don't want Sam

to worry about me.

And besides, I have

about a hundred dog treats

to bake tomorrow.

You know, I could help you out

with the treats.

Okay. Until tomorrow.

Goodnight.

Goodnight, Kyra.

Hello?

All right, Peter,

I'll talk to you tomorrow.

Bye.

Hi, Sam!

How was your date?

Like I told you,

it was not a date.

Come on, seriously, Kyra.

Look, I know this whole exercise

was to make Trevor

another check mark

on your to-do list,

but it clearly has become

more than that.

Yeah, but I just didn't know

how much I was gonna love Sam.

Just Sam?

Look...

if you're still hung up

on your list...

"loyal, dependable, faithful"...

That's great!

Because I actually think

it worked out.

I'm not sure I'm following.

Think about it.

Without the list,

you never would've

pursued Trevor,

which prompted you to get Sam,

which led you to Kevin. See?

I don't think that's exactly

how it was meant to work.

Are you sure?

Kyra, you can't ignore

what's happening.

And what's happening is,

you've fallen

for this dog whisperer.

So just take a chance

and go with it!

If you don't believe me,

believe this guy.

Who loves Uncle Mark?

Oh!

I got it!

Please.

- Thank you.

- Here we go.

I'll take that.

I'm pretty sure

I cleaned the store

out of peanut butter and nuts.

Looks like it.

Sam! We're home!

I mean, I'm home.

We're both here.

Hi!

Here, give me that.

Oh. Thank you.

Hey!

Come on. Let's set you free.

Okay!

And I will take you

for a walk later,

when we are done here.

Oh. Check this out.

I found the cutest...

little...

cookie cutters!

Now it's gonna look like

we are making real dog treats.

Not to be confused

with people treats.

- Exactly.

- Yeah.

Although, you know,

I have to admit,

I may have sampled

some of Buddy's dog treats

when I was a kid.

For real?

Yeah, I was curious.

I mean, he seemed to like them

so much, so.

How did they taste?

Surprisingly salty.

Okay, well, in that case,

maybe we should try

the competitor brand,

see what I'm up against here.

You know what,

I think I've kinda had

my taste of dog treats,

plus, I really doubt

that they're wheat-free.

Here. Let's see. Um...

Corn, rice...

no wheat.

Still.

Oh, come on! Aren't you

just a little bit curious?

You're really serious

about this, aren't you?

Very.

Okay.

'Kay.

On the count of three.

One...

two... three.

I see what you were saying

about the salt.

Yeah, it really makes up

for the lack of flavor, but...

what is that taste I'm getting?

Liver?

Oh, my gosh!

Okay.

I think that is it.

We have more than enough

to distribute at the show,

for all of those adoptions

that I'm sure you're gonna make.

Let's hope.

So how are you

going to package all these?

Ooh. Um, I was thinking,

I would keep it simple

with some eco-friendly

brown paper bags.

But, actually, I'm still

having a bit of trouble

with the name.

I was thinking

of doing a riff on my name...

"K" for Kyra, "K9 Treats"?

It's not bad.

Yeah, but it's not

really original.

Well...

With all the help

that you're giving me,

I should probably

give you a nod.

Well, you... no.

Wait a second.

That's it.

What?

"Kevin and Kyra."

"KK9."

That's kind of different, right?

Yeah, I mean, I like it, but...

- But?

- But you don't have to.

Oh, come on,

this whole thing was your idea.

It's more than right.

Does have a nice ring to it.

What do you say?

"KK9"?

Pop!

Oh, yeah, you know,

I probably should bring Sam in

to eat his dinner,

before he starts giving me

the evil eye.

Yes, and if it's that time,

I should get going.

But I will see you two

at the show.

Right.

And hey.

Don't worry, okay?

Whatever happens

in that arena...

I think

we did pretty good.

Yeah. I think we did.

Hey, Kevin?

Um...

I just wanted to say...

And I know

you might not think so...

But you really are

great with people,

not just with dogs.

And I wanted to tell you that,

in case you ever...

I don't know...

In case you ever wanted to turn

this whole training thing

into a real thing someday.

Because any new dog owner

would be lucky to have you.

Thanks for that.

Sam.

Look at that face.

Look at that face!

Do you want a treat?

This is all because of you,

after all.

Ready?

Okay.

Good boy! Good boy, Sam.

Well, Mark?

You were right.

Hey!

- Hey.

- Oh, good.

I caught you before you left.

What's the...

Dog toys

and blankets... here...

From the kids,

collected at the daycare.

Okay. These are great, Heather.

I can give 'em away

with Kyra's dog treats.

Oh! So, how is that going,

by the way?

It's good, it's good.

I think that, you know,

she and her dog

are as ready as they'll ever be.

Hmm. I wasn't talking

about the training, Kev.

Come on!

You can't pretend

you don't feel something

for her.

So what if I do?

It doesn't mean

that she feels the same.

There's really only one way

to find out.

I can't do that.

It's no different

than what you do here every day

at the shelter.

You take a chance on people

for the sake of these dogs,

only now it's you

who needs to take a chance.

I mean, I guess

I did take a chance on her

when I let her adopt Sam, so...

Come here.

Bring it in.

Bring it in.

What is this for?

It's because I'm your sister...

And I love you.

And just know that...

I'm here for you, so...

- I know.

- That's what sisters are for.

Take the plunge, all right?

Just take the plunge.

Take the plunge!

"Take the plunge."

I just can't believe it.

You were right, Mark...

About how following the list

led me to Kevin,

and how Kevin checks off

all the important things.

See? I am not just here

to tell you

when there's something

in your teeth.

So, what are you going to do?

Ask him out

on, like, a doggie play date?

Yes, I was thinking

maybe after the show...

You know,

a little celebration for two?

That's romantic.

I mean, think of the story

you can tell

about how you met

when you adopted a dog

with the intention

of impressing your perfect man.

I think I'll leave

that part out,

but you're right,

it's a great story.

Hey.

There she is,

the owner of the Superpup.

Here I am.

Wow.

That trainer of yours

must really be something

for you to have

actually pulled this off.

Lara, I...

Don't try to convince me

that your dog, Sam,

or Sparky, or whatever,

was a Superpup

before you adopted him,

and tried to snare Trevor.

Look, I wasn't trying to...

It's okay.

You're a keener.

And once again,

you've clearly pulled it off

with how much Trevor goes on

about how amazing

you and your dog are.

So...

well played, Kyra.

Kevin?

Kevin! Hi!

Kevin?

Hey! What are you doing?

Stop. Kevin?

Hey.

What's going on?

Why are you

running away from me?

Just thought I needed

to talk to you,

but luckily,

I got clarification first.

Now I don't.

What are you talking about?

The reason you adopted Sam?

Why you hired me to train him...

It's not because

you really wanted a dog

or because you may have

over-exaggerated his abilities...

Which is... it's fine.

It's just...

I don't know,

I'm just glad

everything worked out,

- especially for Sam.

- Wait. Kevin, I don't think

- you-you understand.

- Kyra?

I don't mean to interrupt.

Um, do you have a minute?

I need some help in the back.

Actually, Trevor, I am

just in the middle of something.

No, she's not.

Enjoy the show tomorrow, because...

Kyra and Sam are really...

quite something.

Kevin! Wait! I...

Kyra...

Yes, Trevor?

What can I do for you?

To be honest,

I just wanted to ask...

Wow, this is awkward

since we all work together.

Oh...

Yeah, um, Trevor... look.

Um, I'm sorry, if you are

trying to ask me out right now...

Wow.

This is really awkward.

I was wondering

if you thought

that Lara would be interested

in going out with me?

- Lara?

- It's not often that you find

someone who checks off

all the boxes,

and she really does.

Yeah, I get that.

You know what?

I think that she would say yes.

That's great.

Thank you.

Um, you really made my day.

Well, I'm glad

I made somebody's.

Um, would it be okay

if I went home?

I just have a lot to do

before the show tomorrow.

Of course! Go.

And we'll see

the dynamic duo tomorrow.

Hey, Mom.

Are you still going on

river rides with Valentin?

No, but we're having

lunch tomorrow.

Mm.

How about you?

Oh... everything I...

great.

I can see that's not true.

Yeah.

Well, you know me.

Thought I had everything

under control,

and then I had to go ahead

and lose focus.

Now...

everything is a mess.

Does this have to do

with dog-lover?

Yeah.

Mom.

Why?

How could I let this happen?

Sweetheart!

You can't control it,

it just happens...

Like me and your father.

We were in love once.

So you're saying

that I was meant to be here,

right now, feeling horrible,

because I just lost everything

that I thought I had with him?

Before you let it go,

it's always worth a fight.

Did you fight for Dad?

I did.

For you.

For me,

because I still loved him,

so I had to at least try...

Just like you do.

Okay.

I will.

That's my girl.

I love you, Mom.

I love you, sweetheart.

Bye.

The whole doesn't act

up to its parts

There's a hairline fracture

threatening to start

I know I don't need to

But I just got to try

To fix

and make it better, though

I don't know how or why

Hi.

Can I take Sam for you?

Oh, yes, thank you so much.

So you know,

let your parents know,

there's a bit of a screening

process beforehand

to determine eligibility.

Why don't I give you this

and you can take that home

to your parents,

and let them know?

Cool.

Hey...

Hey.

So, are you finding

a lot of likely candidates?

Uh, a few, yeah.

I still need to, uh,

dig a little deeper

into their intentions

to have a dog, though.

Right, of course.

Well, here are the cookies. Ahem.

Thanks.

Um...

Good luck out there.

Yeah.

Good luck with the adoptions.

I hope you find

a lot of forever homes.

Thanks.

Kevin. Listen.

I know I wasn't

entirely truthful

as to why I adopted Sam.

And I know that

you probably don't trust me,

which I get,

because I wouldn't trust me.

And I think I have

always been so scared

of falling for someone

who might someday leave me,

that I figured

finding someone faithful

and dependable

was the most important thing.

But I was wrong.

Finding someone that you enjoy

spending time with,

finding someone who feels like

your best friend...

That is also important.

And while I might feel terrified

about what might happen

five, ten,

fifteen years from now...

all I can say

is that right here, right now,

in this moment...

I love you.

And, uh, I just...

couldn't ignore that.

All Superpups

report to the starting line-up

for the pre-show check in.

Well, there you have it.

I should probably go.

I'll see you, Kevin.

Welcome, everyone,

to the Superpups

Annual Agility Show,

sponsored by "Woof Joy" dog food

and Merils Supermarket!

Get ready to watch some of

the country's most agile dogs

and their skillful trainers.

So, please, give a big hand

to our first dynamic duo,

Leila and Paris!

We're here

to have a good time...

And Paris

is off to a fast start!

Over!

Through, yes!

And look at the balance!

That balance is incredible.

Through...

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes!

One more hurdle!

Yes! There we go!

Through the tunnel!

Paris...

Yes, Paris!

Please welcome Lucy and Dani!

Gus and Peter!

Sophie and Jenny!

Aw, look who's playing shy!

Let's hear it

for Sophie and Terri!

Now, for our final performance,

please welcome to the arena,

our very special guest

and my good friend,

Merils Supermarket's

very own Kyra Fowler

and Superpup Sam!

Come on, Sam!

Come on!

Come on, come on!

Uncle Mark loves you, Sam!

Okay, ready?

Come here.

Ready? Sit. Sit.

Good dog. Good dog.

Okay.

Sam?

Sam!

Sam? Sam! No. Sam. Sam.

Sam. Sam... Sam.

Sam, go to Kyra.

Sam. Sam! No. Sam...

It seems like Sam is very intent

on having someone else

join the show!

- Sam, come here!

- Sam, Sam. Sam, go to Kyra.

- Sam, go to Kyra. Sam.

- What is Sam doing?

- I don't know.

- Hey!

Come around. And sit.

What do you say,

should we just go with it?

Should we run it together?

Yeah, I think so.

Okay. Okay, ready, Sam?

Let's go!

Come on, Sam! Jump!

Good dog!

Up! Up, up.

And up, up, up, up, up!

Good! And good job!

And come on. Come on!

Go, Sam!

Come on, boy!

Jump!

Jump! Jump!

Jump! Jump! Jump!

- Jump! Jump! Jump!

- Come on.

Jump! Jump! Jump!

Jump! Jump!

Jump!

Yes!

Up, up, up, up, up!

Walk, walk, walk!

And weave!

Weave, weave, weave, weave,

weave, weave, weave!

And jump.

We're gonna do another jump!

Good job!

Good Sam!

- Oh. Come on! Come on. Sam?

- Come on!

Tunnel.

Come on. Come on!

Okay, I'll show you, Sam.

You sure?

Go!

Kevin, I...

I...

I love you, Kyra.

I love you, too.