Pound Puppies (1986) 3-Disc Box Set DVD

Premiering in 1986, Pound Puppies brought heart and humor to Saturday mornings with its message of kindness, friendship, and second chances. Based on the popular Tonka toy line, the animated series followed Cooler, Nose Marie, Bright Eyes, Howler, and the gang as they secretly helped homeless dogs find loving families. The show was notable for its compassionate tone and clever writing, which combined slapstick comedy with lessons about loyalty and acceptance. At a time when many cartoons focused on action, Pound Puppies stood out for its warmth and focus on community, making it an emblem of 1980s childhood values.

Several episodes tackled surprisingly deep or controversial topics for a children’s series. “Bright Eyes, Come Home” explored themes of jealousy and belonging as Bright Eyes ran away after feeling unappreciated, while “Whopper Cries Uncle” examined manipulation and the importance of honesty in family relationships. “The Captain and the Cats” even touched on discrimination, using animal species as a metaphor for prejudice, showing the show’s subtle way of teaching morality without being heavy-handed.

Equally memorable were the series’ most heartwarming moments, such as “How the Pound Puppies Saved Christmas,” where the dogs raced to save the holiday and remind viewers of the joy of giving, and “Whopper Gets the Point,” which taught perseverance and courage when a small puppy dreamed of becoming a hero. The recurring theme of every dog deserving love struck a chord with viewers, creating a lasting emotional bond between audiences and the animated pups.

This complete Pound Puppies (1986) DVD Collection is the perfect way to relive those tender adventures. With all your favorite episodes restored for vibrant viewing, this set captures the laughter, tears, and tail-wagging hope that made Pound Puppies a Saturday morning favorite. Whether you grew up with Cooler’s charm or Bright Eyes’ optimism, this box set is a heartfelt addition to any classic cartoon library—proof that good friends (and good dogs) never go out of style.

26 Total Episodes on 3 DVDs:
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 1 Bright Eyes, Come Home
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 2 How To Found A Pound
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 3 From Wags To Riches
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 4 Snowbound Pound
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 5 The Fairy Dogmother
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 6 Whopper Cries Uncle
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 7 In Pups We Trust
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 8 The Captain And The Cats
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 9 Secret Agent Pup
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 10 Wagga-Wagga
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 11 The Star Pup
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 12 Happy Howlidays
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 1 Episode 13 Ghost Hounders
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 1 Whopper Gets The Point / The Bird Dog
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 2 Tail Of The Pup / King Whopper
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 3 Tuffy Gets Fluffy / Casey, Come Home
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 4 Where Do Puppies Come From? / Pups On The Loose
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 5 The Invisible Friend / Kid In The Doghouse
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 6 Little Big Dog / The Bright Eyes Mob
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 7 Good Night, Sweet Pups / The Rescue Pups
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 8 Nose Marie Day / Snow Puppies
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 9 Where's The Fire? / The Wonderful World Of Whopper
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 10 Bright Lights, Bright Eyes / Dog And Caterpillar
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 11 Garbage Night: The Musical
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 12 Peter Pup
Pound Puppies 1986 Season 2 Episode 13 Cooler, Come Back