Donald's Dog Laundry
Donald's Dog Laundry

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Donald's Dog Laundry

1940
Movie
8 min
English

With a rubber bone as a lure, Donald Duck tries to entice Pluto to try his mechanical dog washer. When the bone gives Pluto trouble, Donald tries a toy cat as a lure only to unexpectedly fall into the washer himself, get scrubbed and then hung out on the line to dry.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Jack KingGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Donald Duck attempts to wash his nephews' unruly dog, but the dog proves to be a handful. The situation escalates as the dog, Pluto, and Huey, Dewey, and Louie become involved in a chaotic chase. Donald's frustration mounts as his attempts to manage the situation backfire spectacularly.

Critical Reception

As a classic Disney animated short from the Golden Age, 'Donald's Dog Laundry' is generally well-regarded for its energetic animation and humor. It showcases Donald's signature temper and slapstick comedy, appealing to audiences of all ages. While not a groundbreaking film, it represents the typical high quality of Disney shorts from this era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced animation and classic Donald Duck antics.

  • Appreciated for its straightforward, slapstick humor.

  • Seen as a typical, enjoyable short from Disney's prolific early period.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the cartoon's humor and Donald's relatable frustration. Many appreciate it as a nostalgic piece of animation.

Fun Fact

This short marked the first appearance of Huey, Dewey, and Louie's dog, named simply 'the dog' in this cartoon, who would later be recognized as the character 'Pueblo'.

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