Disney has teamed up with pet experts at Woodgreen charity to create something that’s helping families everywhere better understand their mischievous dogs, and the collaboration is more brilliant than anyone expected. Using the beloved characters of Lilo & Stitch, the partnership shows how Stitch’s troublesome behaviors like stealing food, knocking over furniture, and lashing out when scared, are actually relatable to anyone who’s ever owned a dog. The heartwarming video addresses real pet owner questions, including some hilariously unusual ones like “My dog wants to use a human toilet”.
The genius of this collaboration lies in its core message: just like Stitch isn’t bad but simply misunderstood, many dogs exhibit challenging behaviors because their needs aren’t being met, not because they’re inherently problematic. Woodgreen’s experts emphasize that “like Lilo saw the good in Stitch, we see the potential in every pet,” helping families understand that their furry troublemakers are part of their ‘Ohana (family) despite their quirks. The partnership is making pet ownership more accessible by encouraging families to reach out for advice and support, recognizing that getting a pet can be difficult as both sides learn to adapt and build bonds. This innovative approach to pet education proves that sometimes the most effective solutions come from the most unexpected places.