Films About Dog Training

Description: The original Lassie film where the loyal collie embarks on a long journey to return to her young owner, showcasing her intelligence and training.

Fact: This film launched the Lassie franchise, leading to numerous sequels and a long-running TV series.

Description: This film follows the journey of two dogs and a cat as they travel across the Canadian wilderness to return to their owners, showcasing their natural instincts and training.

Fact: The film was remade in 1993 as "Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey" with voiceovers by famous actors.

Description: A detective teams up with a German Shepherd police dog to track down a drug dealer, showcasing the training and bond between a police officer and his K-9 partner.

Fact: The film spawned a direct-to-video sequel and a short-lived TV series.

Description: Detective Scott Turner is paired with a slobbering French Mastiff named Hooch, leading to both comedic and touching moments as they solve a crime together.

Fact: Tom Hanks was bitten by the dog playing Hooch during filming.

Description: While not strictly about training, this live-action adaptation highlights the intelligence and teamwork of the Dalmatians as they escape from Cruella de Vil.

Fact: The film used real Dalmatians, with some scenes requiring up to 200 dogs on set.

Description: This film chronicles the life of a family and their unruly Labrador Retriever, Marley, who teaches them about love, patience, and the joys of pet ownership.

Fact: The film was a box office success, grossing over $247 million worldwide.

Description: Narrated by a wise old dog named Enzo, this film explores the life of his owner, a race car driver, and the lessons Enzo learns about life and racing.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling novel by Garth Stein.

Description: This animated film delves into the lives of pets when their owners are away, showcasing their adventures and the bond they form, which includes elements of training and understanding.

Fact: The film was a commercial success, spawning a sequel and becoming one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.

Description: A mockumentary about dog show competitors, this film humorously explores the world of dog training and the eccentricities of dog owners.

Fact: The film features improvised dialogue from the cast, including Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy.

Description: This coming-of-age story features a young boy and his dog, Skip, who teaches him about friendship, loyalty, and responsibility through their adventures.

Fact: The film is based on the memoir of the same name by Willie Morris.