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By Joly Herman
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My Best Friend's an Animal
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What's the Story?
In MY BEST FRIEND'S AN ANIMAL, a Florida man named Dave lost his dog, with whom he was close. He never thought he'd be able to find such a good friend again. But he did, and his new best friend is a chicken named Sammi. He and Sammi share bananas for breakfast, travel together, and even spend the work day together on residential construction sites. Dave's not alone in having a companion whose empathy is apparent to him. People from all over the world share their experiences with creatures from all walks of life in this eye-opening documentary.
Is It Any Good?
High quality production value adds luster to fascinating stories about animals and their human friends. My Best Friend's an Animal provides endearing narratives for the whole family to enjoy. Be prepared to have your heartstrings tugged when the humans discuss their commitment to their creature friends in this show. Some of the stories have tragic beginnings, but they all end wrapped in the language of appreciation for nature's creations.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about communication in My Best Friend's an Animal. Is it possible to communicate without sharing language?
A man who lost his brother befriends a chicken, with whom he travels. How do animal companions show empathy for their human friends? How do people in this show know that their animal companions appreciate them?
Some of the animals in this show have been hunted to the extreme, making orphans of some creatures featured. Does learning about their situation inspire compassion for their plight?
TV Details
- Premiere date : January 10, 2025
- Network : Disney+
- Genre : Educational
- Topics : Activism , STEM , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Compassion , Empathy
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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