1 00:00:06,299 --> 00:00:08,802 Hello. I'm an English bulldog. 2 00:00:08,885 --> 00:00:10,720 Do you happen to have an English muffin? 3 00:00:10,804 --> 00:00:13,265 Charles, that's a French bulldog. 4 00:00:13,890 --> 00:00:14,891 Got it. 5 00:00:15,684 --> 00:00:17,686 Un french fry? 6 00:00:19,437 --> 00:00:20,689 You are ridiculous. 7 00:00:25,068 --> 00:00:27,779 Hi. I'm a cute little white puppy. 8 00:00:27,862 --> 00:00:30,448 Can I play with your tennis ball? Please? 9 00:00:31,199 --> 00:00:33,493 What kinda accent is that? 10 00:00:33,577 --> 00:00:35,537 A cute little white puppy accent. 11 00:00:36,121 --> 00:00:38,623 That puppy is a West Highland white terrier. 12 00:00:38,707 --> 00:00:40,417 The breed originated in Scotland. 13 00:00:40,500 --> 00:00:42,711 Scotland? I don't know any of their food. 14 00:00:45,755 --> 00:00:46,840 Look. 15 00:00:46,923 --> 00:00:50,552 He couldn't get the tennis ball, so he moved on to someone's sweatshirt. 16 00:00:50,635 --> 00:00:52,846 That looks like your sweatshirt. 17 00:00:53,513 --> 00:00:55,432 Wait. What? 18 00:00:55,515 --> 00:00:57,309 Oh, my goodness. Come on. 19 00:00:57,392 --> 00:00:59,352 -Where'd he go? -I don't know. 20 00:00:59,436 --> 00:01:01,062 Let's check the bushes. 21 00:01:01,146 --> 00:01:03,023 -Where are you? -Come here, boy. 22 00:01:03,106 --> 00:01:04,440 Come on out. 23 00:01:05,650 --> 00:01:06,651 Where are you? 24 00:01:10,363 --> 00:01:11,406 Charles. 25 00:01:20,040 --> 00:01:21,207 Are you okay? 26 00:01:23,084 --> 00:01:24,753 Do you think he lives here? 27 00:01:25,503 --> 00:01:27,797 No collar. He's probably a stray. 28 00:01:30,884 --> 00:01:32,844 It's okay. Come here. 29 00:01:34,930 --> 00:01:36,765 Don't worry. We got you. 30 00:01:37,724 --> 00:01:40,894 Oh, my. Hi. 31 00:01:40,977 --> 00:01:42,270 Come on. Let's go. 32 00:01:52,572 --> 00:01:54,032 Thanks. 33 00:01:55,075 --> 00:01:58,036 Madison said everyone loved our duet at Thao's karaoke party. 34 00:01:58,119 --> 00:01:59,204 Well, we did nail it. 35 00:01:59,788 --> 00:02:01,248 In tune and always in sync. 36 00:02:03,208 --> 00:02:06,836 Nice work, you two. Really impressed with the amount of research here. 37 00:02:07,462 --> 00:02:08,462 Thank you. 38 00:02:10,507 --> 00:02:13,468 I knew using only peer-reviewed sources would put us over the top. 39 00:02:13,552 --> 00:02:14,553 Which reminds me… 40 00:02:16,054 --> 00:02:17,973 The new debate team T-shirts came in, 41 00:02:18,056 --> 00:02:20,016 and they picked our design. 42 00:02:20,100 --> 00:02:21,268 Awesome. 43 00:02:21,351 --> 00:02:23,853 Wait. Why are they yellow? Didn't we decide on red? 44 00:02:23,937 --> 00:02:25,689 We did, but I decided to change it 45 00:02:25,772 --> 00:02:28,900 because yellow is a highly visible and attention-grabbing color. 46 00:02:28,984 --> 00:02:30,527 But so is red. 47 00:02:30,610 --> 00:02:33,446 May I have everyone's attention, please? 48 00:02:33,530 --> 00:02:37,951 Meet Eddie, our new class pet. 49 00:02:38,034 --> 00:02:39,911 -Class pet? -Class pet? 50 00:02:39,995 --> 00:02:42,706 Each of you will be responsible for Eddie for two weeks. 51 00:02:42,789 --> 00:02:45,208 That means feeding him, keeping his terrarium clean, 52 00:02:45,292 --> 00:02:47,168 and giving him lots of attention. 53 00:02:47,252 --> 00:02:50,171 All right? So, who wants to take care of this little fella first? 54 00:02:50,255 --> 00:02:51,298 Me. 55 00:02:52,299 --> 00:02:53,633 Okay, Maria. 56 00:02:53,717 --> 00:02:56,052 I know Eddie will appreciate your enthusiasm. 57 00:02:57,095 --> 00:03:00,599 I can finally have a pet that won't aggravate my dad's dander allergy. 58 00:03:00,682 --> 00:03:01,933 Isn't this great? 59 00:03:03,143 --> 00:03:04,394 Yeah, for sure. 60 00:03:10,692 --> 00:03:12,360 Maria's taking care of him first, 61 00:03:12,444 --> 00:03:15,155 but he gets passed around to someone new every two weeks. 62 00:03:15,238 --> 00:03:17,574 Seems like a lot of adjustment for a little lizard. 63 00:03:17,657 --> 00:03:19,075 -Exactly. -I don't know. 64 00:03:19,159 --> 00:03:22,037 -It sounds like a fun learning experience. -Not for Eddie. 65 00:03:22,537 --> 00:03:24,706 I'd rather have a lizard than a "grand buddy." 66 00:03:24,789 --> 00:03:26,958 Really? I thought you'd be more excited. 67 00:03:27,042 --> 00:03:29,628 About going to a retirement community? 68 00:03:29,711 --> 00:03:31,796 I loved the grand buddy program. 69 00:03:31,880 --> 00:03:35,634 Besides, you can learn a lot from somebody who's lived through ten presidencies. 70 00:03:35,717 --> 00:03:38,386 And shuffleboard does not get the respect it deserves. 71 00:03:39,095 --> 00:03:40,722 I'd rather stay here with Snowball. 72 00:03:45,310 --> 00:03:47,479 He already knows his name. Impressive. 73 00:03:48,104 --> 00:03:50,232 By the way, two bits of good news. 74 00:03:50,315 --> 00:03:53,693 Dr. Abby said Snowball's tests came back, and he's completely healthy. 75 00:03:53,777 --> 00:03:56,738 Also, she knows of two families who want to adopt a smaller dog. 76 00:04:00,116 --> 00:04:01,326 My sweatshirt again? 77 00:04:01,409 --> 00:04:03,870 There's a dog bed right there, Snowball. 78 00:04:04,746 --> 00:04:06,164 He must really like your scent. 79 00:04:06,248 --> 00:04:07,707 Which means he likes you. 80 00:04:08,792 --> 00:04:11,378 I didn't know that. That's cool. 81 00:04:12,295 --> 00:04:13,672 I like you too, Snowball. 82 00:04:20,470 --> 00:04:22,973 It's great knowing kids your age are still interested 83 00:04:23,056 --> 00:04:24,766 in joining the grand buddies program. 84 00:04:24,849 --> 00:04:29,437 -Well, it wasn't exactly my choice. I-- -It's so rewarding for our residents. 85 00:04:29,980 --> 00:04:32,232 Stella, have you gone outside today? 86 00:04:32,315 --> 00:04:33,441 Why bother? 87 00:04:33,984 --> 00:04:37,404 I'm bringing the outside inside, and I don't have to leave my chair. 88 00:04:44,995 --> 00:04:47,539 I know you know what you just did, Jerry. 89 00:04:47,622 --> 00:04:50,208 I don't know what you're talking about, Lloyd. 90 00:04:56,298 --> 00:04:57,299 Come on. 91 00:05:06,850 --> 00:05:07,851 Hey, Rose. 92 00:05:07,934 --> 00:05:10,645 Meet your grand buddy, Charles Peterson. 93 00:05:17,402 --> 00:05:19,404 Well, I'll leave you to it. 94 00:05:19,487 --> 00:05:22,157 Just a reminder, you have physical therapy at 4:30. 95 00:05:22,240 --> 00:05:26,286 Wait a minute. You know I have hiked Mount Washington. 96 00:05:26,369 --> 00:05:29,497 You know I don't need physical therapy. 97 00:05:30,123 --> 00:05:33,209 -I am as ripe as-- -As a four-dollar avocado. 98 00:05:33,293 --> 00:05:34,669 -Uh-huh. -Thank you. 99 00:05:34,753 --> 00:05:36,838 -But it's still good for you. -Yeah. 100 00:05:44,512 --> 00:05:45,931 Hi. I'm Charles. 101 00:05:50,268 --> 00:05:51,811 So, wanna go for a walk? 102 00:05:51,895 --> 00:05:53,271 No. 103 00:05:53,897 --> 00:05:55,815 Okay, maybe we can play a board game? 104 00:05:55,899 --> 00:05:57,859 Not feelin' it. 105 00:05:58,985 --> 00:06:00,737 Is there anything you wanna do? 106 00:06:02,405 --> 00:06:03,531 Look, Charlie… 107 00:06:04,991 --> 00:06:09,246 I didn't sign up for this buddy thing. I've been independent all my life. 108 00:06:09,329 --> 00:06:12,499 It's okay. I didn't really sign up for it either. 109 00:06:12,582 --> 00:06:14,668 I had to for school. 110 00:06:14,751 --> 00:06:17,796 Well, you should never let other people tell you what to do. 111 00:06:18,588 --> 00:06:19,798 I'm in third grade. 112 00:06:20,382 --> 00:06:21,424 Got it. 113 00:06:23,718 --> 00:06:28,014 Well, I have to be here for an hour. So I can just read or something. 114 00:06:28,098 --> 00:06:31,351 Then I get to go home and play with my new foster puppy. 115 00:06:33,311 --> 00:06:35,105 Fostering a puppy. 116 00:06:35,188 --> 00:06:37,524 Well, that's a noble pursuit. 117 00:06:38,191 --> 00:06:40,694 Yeah. Me and my sister love it. 118 00:06:41,194 --> 00:06:42,737 What do you think of this? 119 00:06:43,863 --> 00:06:50,453 I once chained myself to a 400-year-old oak tree for three days 120 00:06:50,537 --> 00:06:52,956 just to keep it from being cut down. 121 00:06:57,669 --> 00:07:00,547 -That's so cool. -I thought so. 122 00:07:09,264 --> 00:07:11,766 Okay, Snowball. Ready? Go get the rope. 123 00:07:16,897 --> 00:07:18,982 I get it. You like to pick your own toys. 124 00:07:22,152 --> 00:07:25,447 Hey. So, how was your grand buddy? 125 00:07:26,114 --> 00:07:29,910 She's okay. I'm definitely bringing some manga next time. 126 00:07:30,952 --> 00:07:32,871 Did the first family like Snowball? 127 00:07:33,622 --> 00:07:37,125 Well, they loved him at first, but he wasn't that into them. 128 00:07:37,208 --> 00:07:39,377 Especially when they tried to pick him up. 129 00:07:41,755 --> 00:07:43,965 Okay, Snowball, here's your second chance. 130 00:07:44,049 --> 00:07:46,301 Time to be on your best behavior. 131 00:07:47,844 --> 00:07:49,221 Hey, Snowball, stop. 132 00:07:56,102 --> 00:07:59,940 Okay. Come on, Snowball. Do you wanna play? Do you wanna play? 133 00:08:01,274 --> 00:08:03,693 He just takes a minute to warm up. 134 00:08:04,194 --> 00:08:06,529 That's fine. We're in no rush. 135 00:08:08,823 --> 00:08:10,867 He is tired. 136 00:08:12,577 --> 00:08:13,787 Come here, you. 137 00:08:18,750 --> 00:08:21,294 I don't think he wants to be held right now. 138 00:08:22,295 --> 00:08:23,964 No worries. 139 00:08:24,047 --> 00:08:27,384 We'll just pet you, Snowball. Is that okay? 140 00:08:31,972 --> 00:08:33,472 Doesn't want that either. 141 00:08:50,699 --> 00:08:53,952 -Hey, Maria, I'm actually glad you called. -Lizzie, check this out. 142 00:08:56,288 --> 00:08:58,748 I got Eddie a warming rock, a hollow log hidey-hole 143 00:08:58,832 --> 00:09:00,792 and a ton of fresh vegetation to munch on. 144 00:09:00,875 --> 00:09:02,544 Right. About that. 145 00:09:02,627 --> 00:09:05,088 I've been doing some research, and I'm gonna be honest. 146 00:09:05,171 --> 00:09:07,841 I don't think the class pet program is such a great idea. 147 00:09:08,675 --> 00:09:11,052 Really? I think it's a great program. 148 00:09:11,136 --> 00:09:14,806 Well, if you're considering the welfare of Eddie or any animal, 149 00:09:14,890 --> 00:09:16,474 it's not such a great program. 150 00:09:16,558 --> 00:09:20,729 I am considering Eddie's welfare, and I'm taking really good care of him. 151 00:09:21,605 --> 00:09:23,440 That's not what I'm saying. 152 00:09:23,523 --> 00:09:25,275 Then what are you saying? 153 00:09:26,401 --> 00:09:30,614 Eddie deserves consistent care, not to be passed around every two weeks. 154 00:09:30,697 --> 00:09:34,242 I'm going to Mr. Griffin to ask him to end the class pet program tomorrow. 155 00:09:34,326 --> 00:09:37,662 I can't believe you'd go to Mr. Griffin without talking to me first. 156 00:09:37,746 --> 00:09:39,080 That's what we're doing now. 157 00:09:39,164 --> 00:09:43,460 No, we're not talking. You're just telling me what you've already decided to do. 158 00:09:43,543 --> 00:09:45,295 Like you did with the debate T-shirts. 159 00:09:46,129 --> 00:09:47,964 You're still mad about the T-shirts? 160 00:09:48,048 --> 00:09:51,301 No. I'm mad at you because we're supposed to be best friends, 161 00:09:51,384 --> 00:09:53,220 but you don't seem to care what I think. 162 00:09:53,303 --> 00:09:55,096 That's not true, Maria. 163 00:09:55,180 --> 00:09:57,307 I'm just trying to do what's right for Eddie. 164 00:09:57,390 --> 00:09:58,725 And I'm not? 165 00:10:00,310 --> 00:10:01,770 I need to feed him. 166 00:10:16,952 --> 00:10:18,328 Ready to head out? 167 00:10:20,538 --> 00:10:21,623 If we have to. 168 00:10:22,874 --> 00:10:25,085 That excited to see your grand buddy? 169 00:10:25,168 --> 00:10:28,838 She just sits in a chair and reads. But it's cool. 170 00:10:28,922 --> 00:10:30,257 It's cool? 171 00:10:30,340 --> 00:10:33,552 I mean, it's no big deal. She doesn't want me there anyway. 172 00:10:34,886 --> 00:10:36,888 Charles, if she didn't want you to come back, 173 00:10:36,972 --> 00:10:38,557 I'm sure we'd have heard about it. 174 00:10:38,640 --> 00:10:41,560 I don't know. We have nothing in common. 175 00:10:41,643 --> 00:10:43,436 Everyone has something in common, 176 00:10:43,520 --> 00:10:47,107 no matter how old or young you are, what you look like or where you come from. 177 00:10:47,190 --> 00:10:50,193 Sometimes it just takes a minute to figure it out. 178 00:10:50,819 --> 00:10:52,279 I know you, Charles. 179 00:10:52,362 --> 00:10:54,990 If you want to find that connection, you will. 180 00:10:55,073 --> 00:10:57,492 But if you don't, it's cool. 181 00:10:58,451 --> 00:10:59,828 Meet you in the car. 182 00:11:08,336 --> 00:11:09,880 Hi, Rose. 183 00:11:09,963 --> 00:11:11,423 Charlie. 184 00:11:13,884 --> 00:11:15,886 Good. You brought lunch. 185 00:11:15,969 --> 00:11:17,387 Anything but kebabs. 186 00:11:17,470 --> 00:11:20,265 Every other day here is some type of kebabs. 187 00:11:20,849 --> 00:11:23,393 It's not lunch. This is Snowball. 188 00:11:23,935 --> 00:11:25,812 He's the foster dog I wanted you to meet. 189 00:11:26,396 --> 00:11:30,525 Charles, I did not approve of a second guest. 190 00:11:30,609 --> 00:11:32,986 I mean, I barely approve of you being here. 191 00:11:33,069 --> 00:11:35,196 Well, I thought that you might wanna meet him. 192 00:11:35,280 --> 00:11:36,615 I'm sorry. 193 00:11:37,324 --> 00:11:39,284 I am not a dog person. 194 00:11:41,453 --> 00:11:44,497 Don't worry. I mean, you won't even notice he's here. 195 00:11:47,000 --> 00:11:49,044 See? Kinda does his own thing. 196 00:11:49,127 --> 00:11:50,295 Clearly. 197 00:11:54,341 --> 00:11:56,760 We actually found him in the park. 198 00:11:56,843 --> 00:11:59,804 He built his own home in the bushes and everything. 199 00:12:00,388 --> 00:12:01,932 You think that's something? 200 00:12:02,515 --> 00:12:07,270 I spent 13 months freezing my tail off in Denali, Alaska, 201 00:12:07,354 --> 00:12:11,608 marching with the Athabascan tribe to protect their land rights. 202 00:12:12,359 --> 00:12:13,526 Wow. 203 00:12:14,444 --> 00:12:16,821 "Wow" is right. And you know what? 204 00:12:20,492 --> 00:12:24,204 The tribe made me this as a thank-you. 205 00:12:30,877 --> 00:12:32,212 What do you think? 206 00:12:33,922 --> 00:12:37,467 Isn't that somethin'? You be careful with that, huh? 207 00:12:44,641 --> 00:12:47,310 He got that ball from Jerry's walker. 208 00:12:50,146 --> 00:12:51,731 Snowball, no. 209 00:12:52,357 --> 00:12:54,192 No, no, it's fine. 210 00:12:54,276 --> 00:12:56,778 He has a sock drawer full of 'em. 211 00:13:07,372 --> 00:13:09,082 Oh, boy. 212 00:13:11,293 --> 00:13:13,628 That's the most I've laughed in quite a while. 213 00:13:17,090 --> 00:13:19,593 What kind of dog is that, anyways? 214 00:13:19,676 --> 00:13:21,720 He's a West Highland terrier from Scotland. 215 00:13:23,388 --> 00:13:24,848 Are you now? 216 00:13:25,807 --> 00:13:30,562 Well, how 'bout you get that ball just a wee bit closer 217 00:13:30,645 --> 00:13:32,522 so I can kick it back for ya? 218 00:13:36,735 --> 00:13:39,070 Well, he's a stubborn one, isn't he? 219 00:13:39,154 --> 00:13:40,280 He sure is. 220 00:13:41,656 --> 00:13:43,742 Reminds me of someone I know. 221 00:13:43,825 --> 00:13:45,076 Who? 222 00:13:57,088 --> 00:13:58,465 You ready for a break, hon? 223 00:14:00,508 --> 00:14:02,677 Been working on your homework for quite a while. 224 00:14:03,929 --> 00:14:04,930 I'm good. 225 00:14:05,013 --> 00:14:07,557 And it's not homework. It's a pros and cons list. 226 00:14:08,141 --> 00:14:10,685 -What are we "pro-ing" and "con-ing"? -Class pets. 227 00:14:12,229 --> 00:14:13,730 I'm trying my best to be fair, 228 00:14:13,813 --> 00:14:16,983 but I'm having a really hard time coming up with any pros, 229 00:14:17,067 --> 00:14:19,861 except that I'd still be talking to my best friend. 230 00:14:20,654 --> 00:14:22,906 You know, if you listen to Maria's side of things, 231 00:14:22,989 --> 00:14:25,450 I wouldn't be surprised if you came up with a few more. 232 00:14:25,533 --> 00:14:26,534 But she's wrong. 233 00:14:26,618 --> 00:14:30,038 I'm not saying you need to agree with her, but it never hurts to listen. 234 00:14:31,581 --> 00:14:35,585 Mom, why did you wash this? It's Snowball's favorite. Remember? 235 00:14:35,669 --> 00:14:38,505 Hate to break it to you, but I think Snowball's moved on. 236 00:14:48,306 --> 00:14:49,474 Come on, Snowball. 237 00:14:55,981 --> 00:14:57,274 Hey, you're back. 238 00:14:58,775 --> 00:15:01,236 You know you're only required to be here twice a week. 239 00:15:01,861 --> 00:15:04,781 Well, I wanted to return this. Snowball took it. 240 00:15:06,283 --> 00:15:07,659 I wondered where that went. 241 00:15:07,742 --> 00:15:10,245 And he's been sleeping with it ever since we left. 242 00:15:10,328 --> 00:15:11,705 Really? 243 00:15:11,788 --> 00:15:13,707 Yeah. It means he likes you. 244 00:15:14,291 --> 00:15:15,292 A lot. 245 00:15:17,460 --> 00:15:19,796 Well, I'd love to give it to ya, hon, but-- 246 00:15:19,880 --> 00:15:23,258 No, you should keep it. And you should keep Snowball too. 247 00:15:23,341 --> 00:15:26,261 Me? Adopt a dog? 248 00:15:26,344 --> 00:15:28,179 No, no, no, no. I can't. 249 00:15:28,263 --> 00:15:29,264 Yes, you can. 250 00:15:29,347 --> 00:15:31,600 Snowball is the easiest puppy I've ever met. 251 00:15:31,683 --> 00:15:33,518 You'd barely have to do anything. 252 00:15:33,602 --> 00:15:35,645 He's really independent. He's just like you. 253 00:15:36,354 --> 00:15:37,856 Well, Charlie, I-- 254 00:15:37,939 --> 00:15:40,400 And I know you like him, even if you say you don't. 255 00:15:40,483 --> 00:15:41,818 Of course I like him. 256 00:15:41,902 --> 00:15:43,403 I like him a whole lot. 257 00:15:44,112 --> 00:15:45,864 So why won't you adopt him? 258 00:15:47,908 --> 00:15:50,452 They don't allow dogs here. 259 00:16:10,472 --> 00:16:13,141 Did you really make a class pets pros and cons list? 260 00:16:13,225 --> 00:16:15,227 Of course I did. And you did too. 261 00:16:16,061 --> 00:16:17,062 Obviously. 262 00:16:17,145 --> 00:16:19,981 All right, debaters. Let's open up the floor. 263 00:16:20,065 --> 00:16:23,568 Our two co-captains, Lizzie and Maria, will start us off. 264 00:16:23,652 --> 00:16:24,861 Have you picked a topic? 265 00:16:26,029 --> 00:16:27,364 Class-- 266 00:16:27,447 --> 00:16:29,157 Pets? 267 00:16:29,241 --> 00:16:32,077 I mean, technically, we don't have an actual "no pets" rule. 268 00:16:32,160 --> 00:16:35,372 -Wait-- Where did my pen go? -Well, then Rose can adopt Snowball. 269 00:16:35,997 --> 00:16:38,875 -I don't think it's a good idea. -But you just said that-- 270 00:16:38,959 --> 00:16:40,669 I know. But… 271 00:16:42,087 --> 00:16:46,007 I'm worried Rose doesn't have the stamina to take care of a dog on her own. 272 00:16:46,091 --> 00:16:48,260 Yeah, but Snowball takes care of himself. 273 00:16:48,343 --> 00:16:51,930 And that's why he's perfect for her. You won't even notice he's here. 274 00:16:52,013 --> 00:16:55,892 Charles, I appreciate you looking out for Rose. 275 00:16:55,976 --> 00:16:57,018 Thank you. 276 00:16:57,102 --> 00:17:00,480 And trust me, our residents' best interests are my top priority too. 277 00:17:01,147 --> 00:17:03,275 But my staff is stretched thin as it is, 278 00:17:03,358 --> 00:17:06,945 and I'm afraid a dog would mean one more thing for us to worry about. 279 00:17:16,371 --> 00:17:19,373 Our first topic is class pets. 280 00:17:19,457 --> 00:17:22,043 Lizzie and Maria have asked to go head-to-head. 281 00:17:22,127 --> 00:17:24,629 Maria is pro, Lizzie is con. 282 00:17:25,255 --> 00:17:27,340 -Good luck. -Don't need it. 283 00:17:27,424 --> 00:17:30,427 The pro side begins. Maria? 284 00:17:30,510 --> 00:17:31,678 Thank you, Mrs. Dunn. 285 00:17:31,761 --> 00:17:33,263 Fellow debate club members, 286 00:17:33,346 --> 00:17:35,724 a class pet is a great addition to any classroom, 287 00:17:35,807 --> 00:17:37,934 benefiting both students and teachers. 288 00:17:38,018 --> 00:17:39,519 -Wh-- -What about the pet, Maria? 289 00:17:39,603 --> 00:17:40,937 How does it benefit them? 290 00:17:41,021 --> 00:17:42,606 The answer? It doesn't. 291 00:17:42,689 --> 00:17:45,984 Lizzie, you know you have to wait to give your rebuttal. 292 00:17:47,027 --> 00:17:49,195 Yeah, you're right. I know that. 293 00:17:49,696 --> 00:17:51,489 She knows that, but she doesn't care. 294 00:17:51,573 --> 00:17:54,826 She's already made up her mind like she always does. 295 00:17:55,327 --> 00:17:57,495 Always, Maria? Really? 296 00:17:57,579 --> 00:17:58,580 -Pretty much. -Okay. 297 00:18:01,625 --> 00:18:05,128 I'm not sure what's going on here, but if you wanna continue, 298 00:18:05,212 --> 00:18:08,089 you both need to listen and treat each other with respect. 299 00:18:08,673 --> 00:18:11,968 You're co-captains. Leaders. 300 00:18:12,761 --> 00:18:14,304 Can we please act like it? 301 00:18:16,681 --> 00:18:20,560 You know, we're also best friends. At least I hope we still are. 302 00:18:21,394 --> 00:18:23,271 Maria, do you wanna continue? 303 00:18:24,773 --> 00:18:28,443 As I was saying, class pets give teachers a built-in educational tool 304 00:18:28,526 --> 00:18:31,404 teaching kids responsibility and empathy. 305 00:18:31,488 --> 00:18:34,407 Taking care of small animals can lead to kids being more prepared 306 00:18:34,491 --> 00:18:37,410 to take care of larger ones like cats and dogs. 307 00:18:38,370 --> 00:18:40,997 Also, for kids who aren't allowed to have pets at home, 308 00:18:41,081 --> 00:18:44,000 they get to experience something they wouldn't have been able to. 309 00:18:44,668 --> 00:18:47,921 While some kids might take better care of their class pets than others, 310 00:18:48,547 --> 00:18:51,299 they will all learn the invaluable lesson of compassion. 311 00:18:54,678 --> 00:18:58,306 While well-intentioned, the class pet program is disorienting for the animal. 312 00:18:58,390 --> 00:19:01,643 Animals of all sizes need time to build up a sense of trust, 313 00:19:01,726 --> 00:19:05,355 and they can't do that if they're being passed around from house to house. 314 00:19:11,528 --> 00:19:14,864 But Maria made some pretty good points I hadn't thought of. 315 00:19:14,948 --> 00:19:19,035 Taking care of another living creature is the most important thing we can do. 316 00:19:19,119 --> 00:19:20,120 For them… 317 00:19:21,496 --> 00:19:22,539 and for us. 318 00:19:23,331 --> 00:19:26,793 But not if it risks hurting the living creature in question. 319 00:19:29,254 --> 00:19:31,673 I'm sorry, did you two just switch sides? 320 00:19:34,092 --> 00:19:37,554 No, actually, I think we're on the same side. 321 00:19:44,019 --> 00:19:45,395 Well, now I'm torn. 322 00:19:46,104 --> 00:19:48,231 The class pet program has a lot of merit, 323 00:19:48,315 --> 00:19:51,902 but an animal's well-being does take precedence. 324 00:19:55,363 --> 00:19:57,782 Mr. Griffin, what if we replaced the class pet… 325 00:19:57,866 --> 00:19:59,159 With a class plant? 326 00:19:59,993 --> 00:20:03,246 They also need TLC, and it'll teach responsibility. 327 00:20:03,330 --> 00:20:06,750 And a plant won't get upset about moving from home to home. 328 00:20:07,542 --> 00:20:10,045 I actually love that idea. 329 00:20:11,838 --> 00:20:15,717 Here you go. Just please take better care of him than I did. 330 00:20:16,343 --> 00:20:17,969 Don't worry. He's in good hands. 331 00:20:19,512 --> 00:20:23,892 -Now, what are we gonna do about Eddie? -I think that Maria should keep him. 332 00:20:25,477 --> 00:20:28,271 I would love that, and so would my dad. 333 00:20:28,772 --> 00:20:30,815 He and Eddie have gotten pretty tight. 334 00:20:31,441 --> 00:20:32,525 Sounds perfect. 335 00:20:33,193 --> 00:20:34,402 Thank you. 336 00:20:35,070 --> 00:20:37,447 And moving forward, anytime we disagree on something, 337 00:20:37,530 --> 00:20:39,449 no matter how right we may think we are… 338 00:20:39,532 --> 00:20:41,618 We will always hear each other out. 339 00:20:42,244 --> 00:20:44,955 On that note, the shirts do look better in red. 340 00:20:45,538 --> 00:20:46,539 Really? 341 00:20:47,540 --> 00:20:50,335 I don't know. The yellow is starting to grow on me. 342 00:20:54,631 --> 00:20:56,758 Charles, have you seen… 343 00:20:59,302 --> 00:21:00,387 anybody? 344 00:21:00,971 --> 00:21:01,972 Follow me. 345 00:21:10,772 --> 00:21:12,399 What's this all about? 346 00:21:12,482 --> 00:21:14,609 Proof that Snowball belongs here. 347 00:21:16,194 --> 00:21:20,532 Hey, Lloyd. Was there a dog here the whole time? 348 00:21:20,615 --> 00:21:23,577 Had I known, I would've come outside ages ago. 349 00:21:23,660 --> 00:21:26,413 Shame on you for keeping it a secret, Lloyd. 350 00:21:29,124 --> 00:21:32,043 Hey, Lloyd. Anything I can help you with? 351 00:21:32,836 --> 00:21:34,045 I mean, anything at all? 352 00:21:34,129 --> 00:21:36,548 No, Jerry, I'm good. But thanks for asking. 353 00:21:37,215 --> 00:21:38,341 Anytime, my friend. 354 00:21:38,425 --> 00:21:40,093 And by the way, by the way-- 355 00:21:40,176 --> 00:21:41,428 You dropped this. 356 00:21:42,012 --> 00:21:46,391 You know, I think Snowball would make a wonderful addition to the community. 357 00:21:46,474 --> 00:21:47,726 I get it, Jerry. 358 00:21:51,730 --> 00:21:53,690 So, what do you think? 359 00:21:53,773 --> 00:21:56,484 Everyone is so much happier with Snowball here. 360 00:21:57,485 --> 00:21:59,070 Hey, Lloyd. 361 00:21:59,863 --> 00:22:03,491 Why don't you come over here and throw the ball for Snowball? 362 00:22:04,075 --> 00:22:07,329 I would, but I'm doing my physical therapy, 363 00:22:07,412 --> 00:22:09,539 which you know I just love. 364 00:22:10,790 --> 00:22:11,791 So? 365 00:22:13,710 --> 00:22:14,961 You got it, Rose. 366 00:22:15,837 --> 00:22:18,965 Good, I'm so glad. Look at this little thing. 367 00:22:36,733 --> 00:22:39,027 -You're sure? -Yeah. 368 00:22:39,694 --> 00:22:42,822 Yeah, I don't think Ulysses S. Plant is gonna make it. 369 00:22:43,323 --> 00:22:44,866 Not with that attitude he won't. 370 00:22:44,950 --> 00:22:48,453 I've taken care of so many puppies. You'd think I'd be able to handle this. 371 00:22:48,536 --> 00:22:50,038 Maybe he needs some sunlight. 372 00:22:50,664 --> 00:22:52,624 -I'll take him out front. -Thanks, Charles. 373 00:22:54,501 --> 00:22:57,087 Hey, Charlie. I let myself in. 374 00:22:57,837 --> 00:22:59,005 I can see that. 375 00:23:00,215 --> 00:23:01,633 This is my grand buddy, Rose. 376 00:23:01,716 --> 00:23:03,134 -Hi. -Hi. 377 00:23:03,218 --> 00:23:04,553 Snowball's new owner. 378 00:23:04,636 --> 00:23:07,722 Well, more like a friend than an owner. 379 00:23:14,729 --> 00:23:16,898 Hey, look at you. 380 00:23:16,982 --> 00:23:19,568 We were just getting ready to drop him at your place. 381 00:23:19,651 --> 00:23:23,863 Well, you know, Lloyd suggested that I walk here instead 382 00:23:23,947 --> 00:23:25,407 because it was good exercise. 383 00:23:25,490 --> 00:23:27,492 And I did not fight him. 384 00:23:28,243 --> 00:23:30,495 We give him enough grief as it is. 385 00:23:31,121 --> 00:23:33,248 Okay, Snowball. Ready to go? 386 00:23:37,627 --> 00:23:39,629 From Snowball, that's a "yes." 387 00:23:39,713 --> 00:23:41,256 And that's why I love him. 388 00:23:42,048 --> 00:23:45,594 Hey, Rose. I know the grand buddies program is over, 389 00:23:45,677 --> 00:23:48,263 but maybe I could still come visit you and Snowball? 390 00:23:48,346 --> 00:23:50,849 Honey, absolutely. 391 00:23:50,932 --> 00:23:53,810 -Just, if you bring lunch-- -No kebabs. I got it. 392 00:23:53,894 --> 00:23:55,312 That's right. 393 00:23:55,395 --> 00:23:58,481 Okay, Snowball. I'm comin' for ya.