About Society Dog Show

"Society Dog Show" is a Disney film from 1939, centering around the charming and lovable Pluto, who finds himself in an unconventional setting at a high-class dog show. There, Pluto encounters Fifi, a delicate and beautiful Pekingese. Displaying his innate charisma, Pluto attempts to woo Fifi, causing a bit of chaos in the meantime. When a fire unexpectedly breaks out at the dog show, it is none other than Pluto who emerges as the hero by rescuing Fifi. Through this heroic act, Pluto is recognized and celebrated, marking a delightful turn of events for him.

Making / Production

"Society Dog Show" is a product of the Walt Disney Studio. The film was written by Carl Barks and Harry Reeves. Barks later became popular for his comic book stories about Donald Duck and Scrooge McDuck. The animation was directed by Bill Roberts.

Actors

• Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse: Creator of Disney, Walt Disney himself gave voice to the iconic Mickey Mouse in this classic film.
• Pinto Colvig as Pluto: Known for his versatile voice work, Colvig brought Pluto to life, successfully capturing the emotions and characteristics of this beloved dog.
• Marcellite Garner as Fifi: Garner lent her voice to the dainty Pekingese, Fifi, bringing sweetness to the character that caught Pluto’s eye.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is one of the few classical Disney films in which Walt Disney himself provided the voice for Mickey Mouse.
• "Society Dog Show" is notable for showcasing Pluto's full range of emotions and problem-solving skills.

Music and Soundtrack

• The background score of this short film was provided by Leigh Harline.
• While not having a traditional soundtrack, "Society Dog Show" was still praised for its use of music to accentuate the on-screen action and comedy.