The episode “Doggy Daddy” (Season 2, Episode 5) of the series “Fuller House” is a humorous and touching story revolving around the members of the Fuller family, as they face the challenges and joys of raising children and pets.
Full video here!
1. Setting and Opening
The episode opens with the bustling atmosphere of the Fuller household. DJ Tanner-Fuller, a single mother of three boys, is always busy with her job at her veterinary clinic as well as taking care of her family. Stephanie, DJ’s younger sister, is trying to build a music career and often helps her sister with taking care of her grandchildren. Kimmy Gibbler, DJ’s best friend, lives with the Fullers and is also Ramona’s mother.
In this episode, the main story focuses on the relationship between Fernando Hernandez-Guerrero-Fernandez-Guerrero, Kimmy’s ex-husband and Ramona’s father, and the Fuller family, especially Max Fuller, DJ’s second son.
2. Fernando and the Wanting of a Pet
Fernando is a humorous, quirky, and somewhat eccentric character who returns to Kimmy and Ramona’s lives after relocating to San Francisco to try to mend the family relationship. In this episode, Fernando feels the need to be a better father figure, not only to Ramona but also to Kimmy’s grandchildren.
One day, Max asks for a pet dog. Max is a smart, organized, and rule-abiding boy. Having a dog has been Max’s dream for a long time, but DJ is hesitant because she worries that the responsibility of taking care of a dog might be too much for Max, as her family already has too much to manage.
However, Fernando, with his enthusiasm and desire to impress, decides to help Max get a dog. He believes that this will not only make Max happy but also bring him closer to the Fuller family. However, Fernando’s approach is not simple and causes many funny and sad situations.
3. Max and His Love for Cosmo the Dog
Max not only wants a dog but also has a very specific image of his ideal dog. He wants a Golden Retriever, friendly, cute and easy to train. Max believes that he can be a good owner and will take good care of the dog.
After some discussion and negotiation, DJ finally agrees to let Max have a dog, and Fernando promises to help Max find the perfect dog. The whole family is excited about the idea, and Max can’t wait to meet his new dog.
4. A Challenging Encounter
However, things don’t go as planned. When Fernando takes Max to meet the dog he has chosen, they discover that this dog, Cosmo, is adorable but extremely mischievous and difficult to control. Cosmo is not only a dog full of energy, but also likes to cause trouble and destruction.
Max quickly realizes that having a dog is not as easy as he thought. Cosmo often makes a mess around the house, causing all kinds of trouble from spilling food to destroying furniture. Max, who is usually serious and likes order, feels quite confused by the chaos that Cosmo brings.
Fernando, despite his best efforts, cannot control this mischievous dog. He begins to question whether this decision was the right one, and whether he should continue to help Max keep Cosmo. Meanwhile, DJ begins to doubt whether Max is truly ready to take care of a dog.
5. Learning Acceptance and Responsibility
Despite the challenges, Max is unwilling to give up on Cosmo. He decides that he must learn to manage the situation and figure out how to best care for the dog. With the help of DJ, Stephanie, and Fernando, Max begins to learn how to train Cosmo, and he also realizes that caring for a dog requires a lot of patience and love.
During this process, Max also learns that having a pet is not only fun, but also a big responsibility. He must make sure that Cosmo is properly cared for, has enough food, is taken for walks, and is trained. Max also realizes that, like nurturing a family, caring for a dog requires genuine care and love.
DJ, witnessing Max’s growth through this process, feels proud of her son. She also realizes that Cosmo has become an important part of the family, bringing joy and love to everyone, despite the troubles this dog causes.
6. Conclusion and Message of the Episode
The episode ends with Cosmo lying comfortably next to Max, as the two have become close friends. Although there were many difficulties at first, affection and patience helped Max overcome everything. The episode “Doggy Daddy” not only brings humorous moments but also contains a profound message about responsibility, love and family ties.
The episode also emphasizes the importance of being aware of the responsibility when deciding to have a pet, and that love is theWith perseverance and patience, we can overcome any challenge. Through this, “Fuller House” continues to convey strong family values, creating a touching and meaningful ending.
