If you loved
Dug Days
Bob Peterson · Series · 2021
What hooked you in Dug Days was the joyful, unfiltered perspective of an animal navigating the complexities of human life.
Books on the same thread
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2023
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Friendship, Justice.
If you enjoyed the humorous, wide-eyed enthusiasm found in Dug Days, you will appreciate how this graphic novel captures that same infectious, canine-driven energy through a comedic lens.
Dog Man
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Explores: Redemption, Found Family, Optimism.
Just as Dug Days explores the world through a dog's earnest perspective, this series offers a similarly optimistic and character-driven narrative that celebrates the bond between unlikely companions.
Dog Man
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2016
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Crime-fighting, Animal Heroes.
Fans of the lighthearted misadventures in Dug Days will recognize the same spirit of discovery and playful chaos in this story about a canine hero learning his way.
Dog Man (Captain Underpants: Dog Man #1)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2016
Explores: Superhero, Crime-fighting, Transformation.
Much like the backyard escapades in Dug Days, this book features a lovable, dog-inspired protagonist whose unique outlook on the world turns every situation into a funny, heartfelt quest.
Films on the same thread
Carl's Date
Bob Peterson · Film · 2023
Explores: Second Chance Romance, Grief and Loss, Intergenerational Friendship.
Since you loved Dug Days, you will appreciate seeing Dug return to provide his signature brand of loyal, well-meaning support as he helps Carl navigate the complexities of a date.
Up
Pete Docter · Film · 2009
Explores: Grief and Loss, Second Chances, Unlikely Friendships.
If the charm of Dug Days captured your heart, you will love witnessing the origin of the touching friendship between Dug and Carl that anchors this classic animated adventure.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Human-wildlife conflict, Apex predators, Biological survival.
While Dug Days views the world through a domestic lens, this podcast provides an expert look at the nature of animals that will fascinate anyone curious about animal behavior.
Stugotz and Company
iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: absurdism, unfiltered opinion, camaraderie.
The humor in Dug Days relies on a distinct, unfiltered voice, and this podcast delivers that same sense of unpredictable, personality-driven commentary for a similarly entertaining experience.
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Common questions
What is the premise of Dug Days?
Dug Days is a series of shorts that follows the humorous misadventures of Dug, the talking dog from the film Up. The episodes focus on everyday events occurring in Dug's backyard, depicted through his unique and slightly distorted perspective on the world around him.
Who created Dug Days?
Dug Days was created by Bob Peterson. The series, released in 2021, features the lovable dog character originally introduced in the Disney and Pixar movie Up as he navigates various experiences in his own backyard.
Is Dug Days a full-length movie?
No, Dug Days is not a full-length movie. It is a series of short episodes that center on the daily life and backyard adventures of Dug. Each short provides a brief look at the world through the eyes of the talking dog.
Does Dug Days feature characters from Up?
Yes, Dug Days features Dug, the lovable dog from the Disney and Pixar film Up. The series follows his humorous misadventures and everyday events in his backyard, showcasing the world through his perspective as he continues his story after the events of the original movie.