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By Ashley Moulton
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Animated Kratt special is purrfect for cat and dog lovers.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 6+?
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Wild Kratts: Cats and Dogs
What's the Story?
In Wild Kratts: Cats and Dogs, real-life zoologist brothers Chris and Martin Kratt dive into kids' favorite animals in an hour-long special episode of Wild Kratts. The animated Kratt brothers go to the African savannah to learn how wild cats and dogs compare to their domesticated counterparts. The Kratt brothers argue over whether cats or dogs are better, and they transform into different kinds of wild dogs and cats to help make their case. Meanwhile, evil genius Zach, an inventor, decides to kidnap wild dogs and cats and sell them as pets. It's up to the brothers to rescue the wild animals and return them to their homes before it's too late.
Is It Any Good?
Cat and dog-loving kids (i.e. all kids) will love seeing the beloved Wild Kratts do a deep dive on their favorite animals in this special episode. Like the rest of the animated series, the special combines solid science facts with slapstick humor and an exciting nature adventure. The Kratt brothers explain the biological features, behaviors, and habitats of wild cats and dogs in a way that's interesting and accessible to kids. Budding zoologists will be fascinated to learn how wild cats and dogs are similar and different to their cuddly pets.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the differences between pets and wild animals. How are pet cats and dogs different from wild cats and dogs? How are they the same?
Why is it important to keep wild animals in the wild?
The Kratt brothers are curious to learn more about animals and observe them in the wild. Is there anything you learned in this episode that you're curious to learn more about? How can we find out the answer together?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 12, 2021
- Cast : Chris Kratt , Martin Kratt
- Network : PBS Kids
- Genre : Educational
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Animals ( Wild Animals ) , STEM
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
- TV rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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