All Dogs go to Heaven (2019 Remake)/Transcript

Chapter 1 - The Story Begins
(Inside, a dark silhouette is sneaking through and unlocks a cage containing a bloodhound and basset hound.)

Bloodhound - Thanks.

Silhouette - Think nothing of it. (The bloodhound and Basset hound make their way to the exit as the silhouette goes through more of the cages, until He sees a German Shepherd.) Ooh... oh no... (Stifles His mouth and sneezes quietly.)

German Shepherd - Itchy? Is that You? (The silhouette comes into the light, revealing a Dachshund wearing a baseball cap.) Itchy, It IS you!

Itchy - Shh! Shh. (Quietly) I’ve been going back and forth for almost an hour, freeing the dogs, hoping I’d find you, Charlie.

Charlie - But, how did you get out?

Itchy - Well, I was lucky that I got put in a cage with weak hinges, so tackling the door open was easy. Hopefully, I’ll get You out before too long. Unfortunately, I'll have to get another set of keys. (Itchy goes to the desk and grabs a set of keys, and unlocks Charlie.)

Charlie - Thanks, Itchy. (Looks up.) Uh-Oh.

Itchy - What do you mean— (Notices a worker coming toward Itchy.) Oh, I see. (Makes a run for it from the worker as Charlie run to the hall and pulls the fire alarm, which sound a siren.)

Worker - Wha? Don’t tell Me— (Itchy makes a break for the exit, but sees the freed dogs in front of a barbed wire gate.)

Itchy - Oh. I didn’t know they had a barbed wire gate. (The worker grabs Itchy, But Charlie tackles Him.)

Charlie - In the truck! (The dogs go inside the truck as Charlie and Itchy go in the driver’s seat Of the dogcatcher’s truck.)

Worker - Hey! Those mutts are stealing our truck! (Charlie drives the truck, smashing through the gate, and drives away from the pound as gunshots are heard.)

Itchy - Ohh... Thank goodness it’s over... (The screen blacks out and fades in at Jackson Square, where the dogs exit the truck.)

Bloodhound - Thanks, Charlie. You and Itchy were a great help.

Basset Hound - Thank You.

Plott Hound - I'm going back to My family in Lafayette.

Schnauzer - Morgan City for Me. (The other dogs leave.)

Itchy - Well, I'm glad everything worked out. We escaped with our lives.

Charlie - Not Everything.

Itchy - Huh?

Charlie - Itch, There's still the matter hiding out from the authorities, and I know just the place. Come on.

Chapter 2 - At the Casino
(The Scene changes to a swampy area, where We zoom in to a run-down casino boat.)

Voice - Three... Two... One... (A small explosion is heard inside.)

Announcer - And it begins! (10 Cats go through an obstacle course.) What a Cat Race this is turning out! (the cats jumped on a trampoline and grabbed hold on roped ladders.) and the highest jump has gone to Onionhead! and He makes it up along with the others. And They're at No-Flatline Road! (The cats run at a heartbeat-based road.) Fishy Chips is going quite well, with the running, but He won't make it easy for the others.(The Cats race through an area with yarn strings) Ooh! most of them are confounded by the tight yarn strings in Yarn Jungle! (The Cats go up a spiral pipe) And leading the pack going inside the tongue-twisting tunnel is... It's Reaper! (The Cats go up a 60 degree incline.) And with the cheers and boos all around, the cats are now going up, up, up! and stamina's key. Wait! (Sees a brown cat sneak through the others.) Whoa! Slick is sneaking past and makes it first up the top! and are now at the Screen Floor! (The cats race through the floor full of screen doors as two cats are stuck.) Wait, Wait! Oh, No! Crawdaddy and Ghost are stuck! They can't get out! (Crawdaddy grabs one of the cat's tails and in a haste, races to the pillow pitfalls and goes inside Hole 6.) Crawdaddy makes it, but gets an automatic lose! (The others fall in different holes. Nine of the cats are in cages, as one lands safely on a pillow.) The Winner is Pyrite! Pyrite will be alongside Nine others at the Final Race tonight! Where only one cat will win the whole pepper plant! (The Dogs boo and cheer.) But worry not, folks. We got Three more races coming your way, and then the final race, where a winner's bet will be 50 fold!

White Samoyed Dog - (Russian Accent) Well, Syn, You're right. I think the House is podstroyennyy.

Chinook - Ugh. It's times like this that I wish I'd pay attention to ALL the cats at the same time.

Newfoundland - Hey, what are the odds on... Lava Tongue?

Doberman - 50 to one.

Newfoundland - 50? Okay... I'll select Jittery Jimmy for the win. (Gives three bones to the doberman as a Beagle gives a squeaky toy to the doberman.)

Beagle - Obsidian Claws to Win! (The doberman swats the squeaky toy away.)

Doberman - No Squeaky Toys, Sneak. real food only.

Announcer - OK, bets are over! Race Eight begins in Three... Two... One-- (A Howl is heard, startling all inside the Casino. They all see Charlie and Itchy coming in.)

Charlie - Hey, There! Did I come at a bad time?

Itchy - Yeah, what He said.

Charlie - Itchy, I wasn't told they would look like They saw a ghost.

Itchy - Come on, Charlie. Ghosts don't exist. If they were, the world would be filled with them a very long time ago.

German Wirehair - Charlie... Is that You? Weren't You on death row?

Charlie - No. I wasn't supposed to the second I was sent to the pound.

Itchy - "I"? Hey, I got caught too, but I broke Him out and a few others. Charlie, Your patrons look like They lost more than just their winnings.

Charlie - I'll remedy that. Let Me somehow and someway, make them feel like Their lucky day... They say the Games are rigged today, I'll reimburse them, That I'll say... (Tosses a marble at a roulette wheel which lands on "Double Zero") Ha Ha! (A Pile of bones falls on the table as the patrons cheer and gather.) Come on, Itchy! (Itchy comes to the piano and dances on it.)

Charlie - ''Oh you can't keep a good dog down! ''

Itchy - No, sir!

''Charlie -No, you can't keep a good dog down! I've seen pain and hurt.''

Itchy -That's right!

Charlie - I've eaten dirt.

Itchy - Big Yuck!

''Charlie - It's hard to buy but even I. Have been rejected by a skirt? (Why?) Look out, I'm still around. 'Cause you can't keep a good dog down. Ya can't keep a good dog down (Of course Not!) No no no no, you can't keep a good dog down. I've been bought and sold. (He goes for Gold.) And once I'm old as You'll see. (The destinations that He'll be.)''

Dog - And what are they? (The Music stops with a needle scratch.) I'm just saying.

Charlie - Good question. (Music builds up) I could Say so long, at the Great Hong Kong.

Itchy - I couldn't say no, to go to Rio.

Charlie - Cha-cha-cha in St. Lucia.

Itchy - All play and no work, going to New York.

Dogs - New York?!

Charlie (and Itchy) - There's No denial going to the Nile. ''But the places I'd go where Gambling is Good. Monte Carlo!''

Itchy - Reno!

Charlie - Macau!

Itchy - Singapore!

Charlie'' - Vegas! To name a few.''

Dogs - (Singing) ''But, Ya can't keep a good dog down, Ha ha ha ha! Ya can't keep a good dog down, Ha ha ha ha! (A Schnoodle wakes up and sees the dogs dancing. in His point of view, He sees blurs. and when the Schnoodle puts on His glasses and sees Charlie and Itchy, He panics as He is grabbed by Charlie and Itchy at the bar.)''

Itchy - (Singing) Through the Thick and Thin.

Charlie - (Singing) And in Life, I win.

Itchy - (Singing) Sharper than a safety pin.

Charlie - (Singing) As I live a life of Sin.

Itchy and Charlie - (Singing) ''So tonight when we own this town... I've known hunger, I've known thirst. Lived the best, seen the worst. But, the only way I know. To finish best to finish first. So, watch out when you hear this sound. (Both of them howl.)  'Cause you can't keep a good dog, Nope! Can't keep a good, I say, You can't keep a good dog down...! Yeah! (Itchy slips on a puddle of beer and lands in a broom closet. the dogs laugh with Charlie as the Schnoodle pouts in annoyance.)''

Chapter 3 - Carface's Murder Plot
(Inside a Flashy room, the Schnoodle comes in.)

Schnoodle - Boss? Hello? Carface, Could I conversate with You? It's about, You-know-Who. We had Him set up and imprisoned in the animal shelter--

Carface - Killer, Four things. One, Conversate Isn't a word. Two, I know Who You-Know-Who is, Three, The only bad thing about an Animal Shelter is that if You're not adopted within an amount of Time, It's death. and Four and most importantly, I will not share half of My industry with My business partner.

Killer - You want Me to stuff onions down His throat? strangle Him with piano wire? maybe crush His head with pliers? Huh?

Carface - Killer, That's no way to treat an old friend. Besides, I'll deal with Charlie, Accordingly. But, Killer, Why Onions? (Reads a notepad.) An Icepick? No. Paint Thinner? I don't think so. Chocolate? Nah, too Gruesome. Hmm.

Charlie's Voice - Carface? (laughs.) I want a word with You.

Carface - We'll talk Later, Killer. (Puts away His notepad.) and get the hemlock berries ready.

Charlie - Carface? (Laughs heartily, then a door to Carface's room opens as a Violet Whippet enters.)

Carface - Ah. Charlie! Has it been too long?

Charlie - "Too Long"? Ha ha ha! (jumps over Carface.) Oh. You lost some weight. (Laughs) I guess You decided to eat some blueberries, huh? (turns on a radio playing jazz.)

Carface - Charlie, This is not the time to talk about diet. (Turns off the radio.) And what reason did You have coming here?

Whippet - Boss, One of Our customers won big at a slot machine.

Carface - Don't remind Me.

Charlie - Well, I'm thinking about some renovating. (Turns on the radio to Dixieland music.) Maybe some curtains, and a place where gamblers can leave their puppies when They can't afford pupsitters. maybe, get others interested in culture. to make others forget the scary concept of the war still going on. but, why dogs aren't accepted in the war, I'll never know.

Carface - Dut, Dut, Dut. Charlie. (Turns off the radio, then pulls the radio's plug) If I could speak, I'm not getting many customers. I mean, You did time in the clink. That could put a dent in Our business.

Charlie - In other words?

Carface - In other words, any dog with a criminal record, is guaranteed failure on any business.

Charlie - Whoa, I was framed.

Carface - Understandable. So, I figured, We could disband the casino.

Whippet - Huh?

Charlie - Disband?! After all We did?

Carface - Yeah. and One of the customers told one of the workers, that You and that Dachshund buddy of Yours helped over 70 canines escape from the Pound. and can You imagine if Those accursed humans found this casino? Look, Why don't We talk outside? (To Whippet) And You, take the rest of the night off. It's Mardi Gras, Don'cha know?

Whippet - Ugh... (Walks off) I have a name, You know.

(Inside another part of the casino, Itchy walking around, then He sees two Dogs' shadows.)

Dog 1 - What? Why should I feed Carface's monster? I did that already 2 hours ago.

Itchy - (Quietly) Monster?

Dog 2 - Just go already. and no arguments. (Killer's shadow is seen)

Killer - Okay, Okay, Knock off the fighting. Carface just ordered Charlie's death. so get the garbage can ready, and You get the poisoned berries. Now, come on. (The shadows walk away as Itchy begins to scratch.)

Itchy - Ohh, This isn't happening. (Scratches Himself and runs to save Charlie.) Charlie!

(Outside the casino, Carface and Charlie are outside.)

Carface - Now, just between friends, At sunrise, You'll go somewhere, remote. like... Wyoming. or maybe the Catskill Mountains. along with 50% of the Casino's winnings. What do You say? You don't want to land in Jail again, right?

Charlie - I was going to suggest 30%, but This seems too good an offer. (Killer quietly gives Carface what He thought was hemlock berries are really Blueberries.)

Carface - And for good measure, I want to offer You this. (Gives Charlie a Silver pocketwatch with a red ribbon.) It’s kind of a shame You won’t use it much. (Stuffs blueberries down Charlie’s throat.) and with that—Huh? (Charlie belches) Blueberries? Killer, What's wrong with you? I expected Blackberries, and You give Me Blueberries? (reacts.) Du-- of all the... (Charlie is stuffed in a garbage can.)

Charlie - Wha-- What's going on? (One dog welds the garbage lid closed with a blowtorch.)

Carface - Farewell, Charlie. I was hoping to give You death by Hemlock Berries, but drowning to death is more scary. (The dogs toss the garbage can in the swampy waters as Itchy pushes through two dogs.)

Itchy - Charlie! Where is He?

Carface - Gone. Far gone. And just so He won't be lonely... (Snaps His digits to deal with Itchy, but Itchy makes a run for it to the city as the other dogs pursue Him.) Never Mind Him, boys.

Killer - What? But, He's--

Carface - The second We see Him, We'll deal with Him accordingly. No one in the city will Help Him anyway. (the Scene changes to Pirates' Alley, Where Itchy watches in sorrow at the Mardi Gras Celebration.)

Itchy - (thinking) Ohh... Charlie. I wish I had come to Help you sooner. (Watches the floats, but in Itchy’s point of view, They slowly become that old Charlie’s likeness, as He began to cry.)

Female Voice - Are You crying? (Itchy gets startled and sees a Female Cocker Spaniel.)

Itchy - Wha-- Don't-- don't startle Me! I-- (Notices Her.) Oh. (Blushes.) I... I’m sorry. I didn't mean to...

Female Canine - It's alright. I didn't mean to spook You. I’m Winifred Bessimay de Winkerville. But, I prefer to be called Bess. So, Why are You crying at a Mardi Gras Parade?

Itchy - I... I don’t want to talk about it.

Bess - So, You've come to the parade to grieve?

Itchy - Yes. But, Don't You have a home to go to, before the mistake You for a stray?

Bess - Well, Despite My appearance, I AM a stray. are You?

Itchy - Yes. since I was born. but, since My folks died, My friend took Me in, We had quite a bit of fun.

Bess - He must be kindhearted.

Itchy - Well, He is a bit on the greedy side, but Yes. he’s kindhearted.

Bess - One of the best friends a dog could ever have?

Itchy - The Very best.

Chapter 4 - Charlie in Heaven
Voice - Charlie...? Charlie... (In Charlie's viewpoint, He opens His eyes to see an ethereal world. then a blue sphere appears and inside is a beautiful Whippet Dog playing with a spherical gem.) Hello, Charles. I am Annabelle.

Charlie - Wha-- You know my name? And Why are there marshmallows almost all around?

Annabelle - Silly Charles. They’re not marshmallows. they’re clouds. (Charlie makes a double take at Annabelle and wags His tail.) You must be quite excited.

Charlie - Huh? (Sees His tail wagging, so He stops it from wagging.) Sorry. Excited for what?

Annabelle - Well, for the next world. Here, you can do just about anything. (Singing) In this realm, whatever your mind desires, it is more beautiful than colorful sky fires...

Charlie - Oh, You mean firecrackers. Sure, they’re loud like mad, but when you look at them, it’s quite beautiful. But, I’m glad there are kinder canines here.

Annabelle - Well, I wasn't this kind when I was alive. I chased Cats, Rabbits, anything that was smaller than Me. My Father was a Terrier and My Mom was a greyhound.

Charlie - What? What happened to You to get here?

Annabelle - Well, I was chasing a cat, at a country club, and before I knew it, I was bitten by a snake and after a few minutes, well... you know.

Charlie - Oh... How tragic. Do you miss your family?

Annabelle - Yes. But, they’re here. (Annabelle’s Parents, a Female Greyhound and a Male Terrier wave as Annabelle waves back.Well, mostly here. Sigh. I only wish My brother was here, too. In any case, come along with Me. (She floats to a library as Charlie follows and sees dogs of all sizes and ages.) As You can see, whether You're bad or not, All Dogs can go to Heaven, even You. (Grabs a blank book and passes it to Charlie, which turns Violet) Ooh. It's violet. Thank You. (takes the book back and opens it.)

Charlie - You can see color?

Annabelle - Of course, In heaven, Dogs can see in color. The violet color signifies that Your greatest vice in your earthly life was Greed. Hmm. "Charlie Barkin, Son of Burt Barkin and Loni Bowzer, born in September 13, 1937, Died in February 21, 1939. And on Mardi Gras. Elder brother of Deidra--"

Charlie - Wait-- I have a sister?

Annabelle - Yes. She was born some time after You ran away from home. “Lived in New Orleans, never got married, You chased five cats, killed no cats, and death by suffocation in trash can and drowning?

Charlie - I have a sister... and I never got the chance to meet Her...? I shouldn't be here.

Annabelle - Well, in the old days, You'd be right. if it were up to them, you’d be going down there. (Points at a scary place with fire and brimstone.) but times have changed, since the vices of Extravagance, Arrogance, Sorrow, and Negligence became archaic. And You can do just about anything here.

Charlie - What’s “Archaic” mean?

Annabelle - Well, have You heard that Russian Blues used to be called the Archangel Cat?

Charlie - So, it means, They’re not called Archangels anymore?

Annabelle - Righty-o.

Charlie - Um, that's the catchphrase of a certain monochrome cartoon cat. of course, He's not all that detailed... but, what do You mean next world?

Annabelle - Well... (A pink cloud lifts up Charlie and Annabelle.) In this world You can wish for just about anything... be it food, your own house, perhaps your own wings. (Charlie grows wings.) And Charles. I've a feeling You'll be quite happy here since You're now deceased.

Charlie - Deceased? What's that mean?

Annabelle - It means You passed away. (Long pause.) You're dead.

Charlie - WHAT?! DEAD?! As an "I'm .....I am....

Annabelle - Stone Cold, I'm afraid. (Charlie checks His neck for a pulse.) Ha ha ha. You don't have a physical form, anymore, Charles.

Charlie - I can't believe it! That two-faced double-crossing rat DID murder me! (starts to shed a tear) And I never had a chance to say goodbye to Itchy and all of my friends... Please, Annabelle, isn't there a way for me to return to earth to give a proper good-bye to all of my friends, especially Itchy? Anything?

Annabelle - Well, there is one way, but, no dog ever wanted to.

Charlie - Why?

Annabelle - Well, not many dogs would want to return to earth, unless they have unfinished business. (Plucks a hair from Charlie’s Head.)

Charlie: OUCH!

Annabelle - Sorry. In the event that a puppy is about to be born in the world of the living, (drops the hair in a cloud, which turns into a newborn puppy soul, and goes to planet earth.) this happens. Also... (Points at a pocket watch.) Charles, this is your life clock And it stopped, meaning You died. But a word of caution. Any canine who winds up his or her life clock can go back to Earth. But, can never return to heaven. and I would never wish that on My worst enemy. Charles? (Sees Charles depressed)

Charlie - Never return...? As in I’ll be immortal?

Annabelle - Charles, Eternal life in the world of the living is just a delusional fantasy. (Charlie manages to grab some floating watches including his own, but tosses some away, while Annabelle was distracted.) All we know is, that in the future in this century, there will be colorful televisions, games you can play on a television, and in almost 6 years, a young kitten will try to escape punishment by traveling 60 miles to Salt Lake City, but will return home a kinder cat, also, computers will be big within half a century. (Charlie hides His life clock in a cloud after winding it up.) as a matter of— huh? (Notices Charlie looking up) What are you staring at?

Charlie - Huh? Oh, well, why are some of the life clocks hourglasses, and modern clocks?

Annabelle - Well, most Dogs lives vary. Avaricious or rich dogs have a pocket watch. Some of the artistic, would have these. (Points at a Curio clock)

Charlie - A grandfather clock?

Annabelle - No, it’s called a Curio clock. Grandfather clocks are for those that don’t believe in technology. The Amish, for one. (Shouting ) get with the times! you can’t stop progress! Now... (pulls Charlie to a place where a sign says “Shooting Stars”)

Charlie - Shooting Stars?

Annabelle - Yes. Shooting Stars can be seen in the sky. But, if there wasn't any obstructing light, where You lived, You'd see them better. Like these. (Some of the spherical gems zoom to the sky as an Orchestral version of "Let Me be Surprised" plays.)

Charlie - Wow! It’s better than those fireworks displays. quieter, too. You know, I’ve been thinking. What do You do in heaven?

Annabelle - Well, like I said, You can do just about anything. (She floats up on a pink cloud as another picks up Charlie.)

Charlie - Wha-- I can stand?

Annabelle - Yes. It's kind of a shame that I couldn't, when I was alive. but, I'm used to Heaven. You can, too.

Charlie - Hmm. Maybe. But look there. (Points at a fireworks display) That's something a shooting star can't do. Sure, They're loud, but beautiful to watch.

Annabelle - No pun intended, right? However... (Grabs Charlie's paw, as they float over the cloudscape.) With such white spots on certain areas on Planet Earth, They pale in comparison to the stars in the sky, and this. (They float near the moon.)

Charlie - Wow! I'm this close to the moon!

Annabelle - Yes, and a canine will be the first animal to go into orbit in 18 years. And in less than 35 years, There will be the first Sled Dog Race around Alaska.

Charlie - What's Alaska?

Annabelle - Oh, Yeah. A Cold place where it will become a state in the 1950s. Now, You’re going to enjoy this. (Charlie and Annabelle float in the sky. Annabelle turns into a Siamese Cat.)

Charlie - Whoa! What in--

Annabelle - As You can see, We can turn our souls into that of other animals. You should try it. imagine Your own being as a cat. (Charlie closes His eyes and turns into a Maine Coon Cat.) Well, It's something. (Charlie dances with Annabelle in a tango.)

Charlie - Annabelle, It’s great that We can turn our souls into animals, but... where are the real cats?

Annabelle - Sadly, Cats aren’t as good as dogs. They rely too much on humans, they think they’re more superior, and they can see better in the dark. So, they get sent down there. (They return back as Dogs as they return to the cloud where Charlie hid the watch.)

Charlie - Really? They don’t deserve this. Just because They’re cats.

Annabelle - True, and it’s a shame You never married or have puppies of your own, But Your dachshund friend will in the future. (Charlie reacts and sees Itchy having a conversation with Bess.)

Charlie - Itchy... (sighs.) What a time for Him to have a girlfriend, While I’m dead.

Annabelle - No, no, no. Your friend was sorrowing over your death. And it’s normal for a dog to worry about others.

Charlie - I see. Have you wanted to have puppies when You were alive?

Annabelle - Well, I never got the chance.

Charlie - Well, I’m very sorry, too. (wraps His arms around Annabelle and places His silver pocket watch around Annabelle’s neck.)

Annabelle - That watch isn’t from heaven. Why are you...? (Charlie grabs the watch inside the cloud and Activates it, warping Them back to the world of the living.) Wha-- You activated the Life Watch......?!

Chapter 5 - Charlie's Feline Friend
(outside the casino, a cat is quietly searching for food, when a thump is heard. Then, He sees a garbage can rise from the water then Charlie breaks out of it, spooking the cat, making Him screech, and goes to run but twists His ankle. Annabelle rises from the water as well.)

Annabelle - Charles, why’d You bring me here with You?! I'm stuck here— and You pulled Me to the world of the living as your way of showing Me— (Notices the cat.) Ah! Tasty cat! (Goes to get the cat, but, Charlie restrains Her.) What are You doing?!

Charlie: Sorry, Mr. Cat. I guess old habits can't die that easily. Who are You?

Cat - I... I'm Tabasco.

Charlie - Nice to Meet You, I'm Charlie Barkin. Annabelle, this is Tabasco. (Annabelle calms down.)

Annabelle - Ugh. Don't even talk to Me. It's bad enough that You pulled Me out of Heaven, but, stopping Me from mauling this cat--

Tabasco - Your girlfriend must be quite spiteful.

Annabelle - Spiteful?

Charlie - Do You want to stay somewhere, Tabasco? I have a place.

Tabasco - Actually, I've been looking for My girlfriend for 4 days, and I can't rest.

Charlie: Where did You last see Her?

Tabasco - Well, Last I saw Her, a Pudgy gray dog took Her and a few other cats away.

Charlie - Carface. I thought as much.

Annabelle - Charles, If You think that getting back at Your murderer will give You the satisfaction-- (Notices Tabasco.) We'll continue the conversation later. (Notices the silver pocketwatch over her heart amulet.) I guess it makes Me an earth dog from now on.

(The scene changes to Don's Auto Wreckers, where Itchy lives. Inside a small steel building, Itchy is shaking in His sleep as Bess is sleeping alongside Him.)

Itchy - Charlie... where did You go? (A Shadow is coming towards Him and grey muscular arms grabbed Itchy's neck, and the shadow turned out to be Carface as He continues strangling Itchy.)

Charlie's voice - Itchy, it’s alright. It’s Me!

Itchy - Me, Who? (Itchy wakes and sees Carface's image fade into Charlie.) Charlie, is that You?

Charlie - The one and the same.

Itchy - Wow. That’s a load off my heart— AAAA! Ghosts! (Bess wakes up from Her sleep.)

Bess - Itchy, would You please...

Charlie: Itchy, calm down! I am not--

Itchy: (running around like crazy) GHOSTS!!!!! Get back! All of you! Don't you dare touch me!!! (Starts to fling things at them.) I’m warning you!

Charlie - Itch, If I am a ghost, you think I’d be able to phase through walls?

Itchy: Maybe...

Charlie: And you see through me?

Itchy: Uh....no?

Charlie: You said before that there’s no such thing as ghosts. (plucks a flea off him and puts it on Itchy's nose to show him) And do ghosts have fleas?

Itchy - Well, not really. Wait. Charlie... It IS You! Ha ha ha ha! Uh... (Notices Bess waking up) Uh-oh. Charlie, I want to introduce You to Winifred Bessemer de... Sorry. I just met You, and--

Bess - It’s okay, Itchy.

Charlie: Itchy, these are our new friends, Annabelle and Tabasco.

Itchy - Our new friends?

Charlie - Yeah. Carface tried to trap Me in a trash can and drown Me in the marsh— (Sees Annabelle shake Her head.) Ok. Annabelle will explain. (Annabelle shakes Her Head again.) No?

Annabelle: Charles, If I could speak with You...

Charlie: Ok. Sorry, We interrupted your sleep. (Annabelle and Charlie exits the shed.) Oh. (To Itchy) You don’t mind Tabasco resting up inside, do You?

Itchy - I don’t mind.

Tabasco - Thank You. of course, I'd sleep better if Praline was with Me... (Tabasco sleeps on the floor.)

Bess - Wow, Itchy. You got quite a bit of unusual friends. A smooth talking German Shepherd, a secretive Whippet, and a cat.

Annabelle - Charles, There’s reasons why activating a watch of life would have consequences. For not just the user, but also for the world of the living.

Charlie - Consequences?

Annabelle - Yes. But as long as You don’t mention anything about your trip to heaven or mention about the future, there won’t be chaos.

Charlie - Oh... so, You mean to say that the watch doesn’t really give the user eternal life.

Annabelle - Correct. Also, if the watch of life stops again, that means You’ll go down there. (Points down)

Charlie - Hmm. Living like a gopher or a Mole. Not a good lifestyle.

Annabelle - No! No. I mean really down there. Sort of like a cavernous volcano, endless anguish, crimson-colored fiends!

Charlie - You mean...? (Annabelle nods.) You... You could have told Me that before.

Annabelle - I never got a chance to explain. And since My earthly form is way too old to be of any use, I'm just a spirit in this world. a physical spirit.

Charlie - Well, in any case, I'm going to get back at Carface. Believe Me. He'll never get enough cash, and he’ll never stop. And I’ll make him pay. And... he's got something up his sleeves, and when we find out what it is; We'll ruin him, make him suffer slow....and he will wish that He didn’t kill me!

Annabelle - Sigh. How Wrathful.

Charlie - Starting tomorrow, When the casino’s empty, His casino will be underwater, like when He stuffed Me in the trash can To die.

Tabasco - Charlie? Sorry To disrupt Your conversation, but will You help find Praline, first thing in the morning?

Charlie/Annabelle - Who?

Tabasco: My girlfriend. Praline. a beautiful beige feline, with the sweetest voice.

Charlie: We'll find a way save her, Tabasco. I promise.

Annabelle - Charles, Never make promises if you won’t keep them. and how long were you listening to the conversation?

Tabasco - a few seconds. I can’t sleep with Itchy talking about that monster.

Charlie - What monster?

Tabasco - He said that A Fat Gray dog has a monster in his basement, just as he's got muscular thugs with teeth like daggers.

Charlie: Wait a minute, I'm sorry, what?

Tabasco - I... think Your friend can explain it better than Me.

Charlie: Really? (smirks) Hmmm...interesting...

Chapter 6 - Inside the Vents...
(A scene cuts to Charlie, Tabasco, Annabelle, and a scared Itchy breaking into Carface's place)

Annabelle - (To Itchy, Quietly) I guess your friend is quite wrathful after what that Carface character did. But there’s a saying like... “the wicked shall receive their just reward”.

Itchy: Yeah, and I have a feeling that we are all going to die.

Annabelle - Hopefully, We won’t.

(Charlie finally opens the air vent door.)

Charlie: There now....(to Annabelle) Ladies first.

Annabelle: (smiles) Well, at least he has some polite manners.

Itchy - Now, I suggest You two look away.

Charlie - What do You mean look away? I give the orders, not You--

Annabelle - Are You coming in or not? (Pokes Her head out.)

Charlie: Ok, Itchy. Your turn.

Itchy: Uh huh, no way! This is a bad idea, Charlie, and I'm staying right here!

Tabasco: (smirks) Here....(untracts the claws) Lemme help you then.

(Tabasco pokes his claw in Itchy’s neck.)

Itchy - AAA! Vampires! (Runs Inside the vent.)

Charlie: (smiles) Thanks, Tabasco.

Tabasco: You're welcome. (Tabasco and Charlie traverse inside the vent.)

Charlie: OK, guys, the first thing we need to do to make Carface pay is to find the race cats and free them, including Tabasco's girlfriend if we're lucky, so we can find proper homes for them.

Annabelle - (Quietly) Luck only applies with dice games, casino games and a few other things. And why would you bring Tabasco, even though he has a twisted ankle?

Charlie: So we can find what his girlfriend looks like, and see if any one looked familiar to him. (to himself) Now lemme see, if I was a short fat suit-cladded murderer, where would I hide the cats and this....'monster'? (He notices Itchy becoming nervous and started scratching, annoying Charlie very much.)

Tabasco - what’s with Him?

Charlie: Oh, he's always like that when he's nervous. (to Itchy) Will you stop that?! I'm sick of your itching, ok?

Itchy: Oh! (sees the vent door and peeks through it.) Guys...I found the cats. (One Cat Sees Itchy.)

Cat - A Dog! (The cats yowl for help. The dogs wave their arms trying to get the cats to stop yowling.)

Tabasco - (Quietly) Not too loud! You’ll blow our cover!

Second cat - Can you speak up? We can’t hear you.

Charlie: We're here to bust you guys out of here.

Third Cat - Yeah, right.

Girl Cat - Quiet, everyone! Quiet! (The cats quiet down.) Tabasco's here. And with some help.

Tabasco - That voice. Praline, is that you? (The screen goes to Cage 18, containing a light brown cat with a slightly bigger stomach)

Praline: Tabasco!

Tabasco - Ohh... I'm glad You're safe. (Unlocks Praline's cage lock with His claw)

Dog Guard (From outside the room) - They're at it again? (Charlie goes in the vent.)

Praline - Tabasco, Hide!

Tabasco - OK. (To Charlie and the others) You three go on ahead. I'll free the others as soon as the guard leaves.

Itchy - Good Luck, Tabasco. (The dogs leave as Tabasco hides behind a furnace, when the Dog guard comes in.)

Dog Guard - Alright, What's with all the noise?

Chapter 7 - The Girl that speaks to Animals
(Charlie, Itchy and Annabelle continue down the vent until Itchy saw something coming and trembles.

Itchy:  Guys! t-t-t-there it is....the monster.... (Charlie and Annabelle sees the figure.) Ok... now let's go home! Who knows what it eats?! (tries to run away and the annoyed Charlie grabbed Him, making him freaked out.) AAAAA!!!! WEREWOLVES!!!!! THEY'VE GOT ME!!! THEY'VE GOT ME!!!!!

Charlie - What part of "Keep Quiet" did You not understand?

Annabelle: Charles, Calm down

Itchy: (flails around) WELL, WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL SOMEBODY IF YOU WERE GOING TO DO THAT?!

Charlie: You know, it's NOT worth it being with you. It is not.

Itchy: Your paws are cold too!

Annabelle: Just get over there and look.

Charlie: (points) And there...is your 'monster. So, He looks like a sea monster.

Annabelle - Huh? (Sees a human hand from the costume.) I think SHE's harmless. Look. (A girl is seen removing a large hat, then feeding a small piece of meat to a cat.)

Charlie: And you thought she was a monster, huh, Itch? (hears something) Uh-oh, duck! (They ducked down just as Carface and Killer entered.)

Anne Marie: Mr. Carface, may I please go outside today?

Carface: Why of course you can, little girl....but first you talk to the cat (blows the cigar smoke on the cat, making it hiss)

Killer: Boss,  if you want my opinion, I say number 6 is going to win the race. (gags as. one of the smoke was drifted to his face) Gah...ooh, Boss has cigar! (coughs)

Anne Marie: (to the cat, petting it) Hi, Mr. Fluffy. How are you today? (Embraces the cat's forehead.) Oh, thank You for asking. Will You or Number Six win tonight's final race? (The Cat meows quietly) What? You're too sleepy? Number Six is cold...? #62 has a flu?

Killer - (Sighs) I guess Number Six won't win...

Anne-Marie - #78 has a broken bone?

Carface - Hmm. That's something.

Anne-Marie - #18 is going to have kittens in a few days? How sweet.

Carface:  (impatiently) Hurry it up. Hurry it up.

Anne Marie: Sorry....so who do you think will win? (The cat meows, much to Charlie, Annabelle and Itchy's amazement.) Oh, I see. It's Number 10

Carface - Number 10... Killer, shift the odds on Number 10. and tell the guards not to feed Number 18.

Killer - Boss, Are you sure? (He is hit with cigar smoke, making Killer sick.) Ugh... A simple "Yes" would have been fine... (Turns green, as He and Carface go up.)

Anne Marie - Mr. Carface, Didn't You say-- (The door closes, as Killer is heard vomiting. She then sighs.)

Charlie: (amazed) A little girl that can talk to animals.... (His eyes turn into dollar signs.) so that's how Carface keeps winning all his money. I got an idea, let's free her and rescue her.

Itchy - Charlie, You got that "Drooling with Greed" look again.

Annabelle - Ohh... If I had known how cruel Your former friend was, Me and My brother would really give Him the punishment He deserves.

(Back at the Cage Room, The Dog Guard leaves the room, as Tabasco leaves His hiding place. one after the next, Tabasco frees each cat. The first freed cats push a few cages to the door)

Praline - A smart move, Tab. To keep the dogs from getting to us while We make our escape. (Kisses Tabasco making Him blush.)

Tabasco - Praline, What do You say— (Notices Praline’s stomach.) Praline, are you?

Praline:  (smiles as Tabasco feels Her stomach) We are expecting....kittens. I don’t know how many, but, I’m looking forward to it. Are you looking forward to it as well? (Sees Tabasco crying tears of joy)

Tabasco: I can't believe it...... (happily, but quietly) You'll be a Mom, and I'll be a Dad.

Praline - I know, right?

Cat - Praline, Tabasco, Let's go. the Door's more than barricaded enough.

Tabasco - Ok. We’re coming. (They Go in the vent as Praline goes in carefully) Praline, I know a place where you can rest. Of course, You might not like it.

Praline - Is it cold or dusty?

Tabasco - No, but a Harmless dog lives there. But, I’ll make sure You and our little brood is safe. (Praline softly smiles)

(Meanwhile, in Anne Marie's Room, Charlie, Itchy, and Annabelle crept out of their hiding place.)

Itchy: Are you sure that this is going to work? I mean kidnapping her.

Charlie: The correct term is rescuing. Now you let me and Annabelle do the talking. (to Anne Marie) Uh, little girl. (Anne Marie gasps with fright and hides) No, it’s okay, it’s okay. At least let Me introduce myself, If You’ll let Me. I’m Charles Barkin. I’m mostly called Charlie. This is Itchiford or Itchy.

Itchy: How'd you do?

Charlie: And this is our new friend Annabelle

Annabelle - Hello.

Anne Marie - But, why are you here?

Charlie: Cause it seems to me...that this place is more like a prison then home to you, am I right?

Anne Marie: Well, kinda.

Charlie: Well then, we are here to rescue you and the cats from here. So where are your parents? Just tell Me where They live, and I'll bring You there, so Carface won't abuse You again.

Anne Marie: (sadly) I'm an orphan.

Annabelle - An Orphan?

Anne Marie - I only wish #18 would be able to have Her kittens, but the way things will go, She'll starve and Her kittens will never be born.

Itchy - (Notices the Cats exiting.) She won't have to starve and neither will 99 others.

Charlie: They're actually going with us...? so, uh...what's your name?

Itchy - Wait, Wait, Charlie. The Junkyard isn't somewhere for a little girl to be in. not even a hundred cats, let alone one. And besides--

Charlie - Itchy, I do the thinking. Not You. (Packs Anne Marie's belongings in a black bag.)

Anne-Marie - My Name's Anne Marie. You asked My name, right?

Charlie: Oh right, Anne Marie, that's a nice name. So, uh, you don't mind, staying with us at the junkyard, do you?

Anne Marie: Of course not. I don't mind at all

Charlie - Well, Where You and the cats are going, It's less marshy, One building, and plenty of cars as makeshift bedrooms.

Itchy - Ohh... Why do I feel like It's not going to end well...?

Carface's Voice - What's with the door to the Cats?! It's blocked!

Charlie - Let's go. (They exit through the vents as a part of Charlie's collar turns gold. Annabelle sees it too)

Annabelle - (Thinking) If only He knew...

(Inside Carface's Room, He is just informed that the door leading to the Cats' Cage room is blocked.)

Carface: WHAAAAAAAT?!?!?!?! WHAT DO YOU MEAN THE CAT CAGE ROOM DOOR IS BLOCKED?!?!?! Then get a blowtorch to get in!

Killer - Boss, That's not the best idea.

Carface - If the door's blocked, We can't have any cat races, meaning I won't get any money! and that makes Me red! Red as Fire! Morons! I'M SURROUNDED BY MORONS!!!!!! (After the dog guards use the blowtorch to break in the room, Carface goes in and sees all the cages empty.) get everyone to find 100 new cats!

Killer - Boss, I also have worse news. The girl’s gone.

Carface: WHAAAAT?!?!?! WHAT DO YOU MEAN SHE IS GONE?!?!?!?!

Killer - I don't know! one of the guards heard some voices. There were two male voices and a female one. (Tosses a pile of garbage at Killer) Thunder was on duty. Talk to Him.

Carface: (angrily) I love that girl......I want her back......Nooooooooow.

Killer: Uh, Right now, Boss--?

Carface: Yes, Now! (Killer panics and falls over a few times, then exits the room. the screen irises out.)

Chapter 8 - Homes for the Race Cats
(The Scene changes to morning, where Charlie and the others are at Jackson Square with a big horde of cats.)

Charlie - I don’t understand why Praline and Tabasco didn’t want to come along.

Anne Marie - Well, Praline needed some rest and food.

Charlie: Oh, right. Of course.

Itchy - you said it. I mean, Jackson Square is where most cats go at night. That should put a stop to those cat races.

Charlie - Yeah. Wait, Carface will just be back at it with His cat races by recapturing 100 cats. They’ll need a place... where Carface can’t get them.

Annabelle - So, where do You suggest Bringing them to?

Anne Marie - Lots of Cats go to Jackson Square.

Charlie - Yeah. Wait. The French Quarter! Lots of cats live here. You could live there. Sure, some of You might not be able to stay, but it's better than being back in Carface's cages, right?

Cats - Right! (They go to the French Quarter and Its buildings.)

Charlie - Safe Journey! And if some of You want to, You can warn other cats about what Carface is capable of!

Itchy - Good Luck, Kitties! Live life in Your own way! Avoid Carface at any and all costs! Well, Everything's worked out, Charlie

Charlie - Well, not Everything. Tabasco and one race cat isn't at a home as of yet.

Anne Marie - Charlie, Praline, or Racer 18 as She was called. You probably didn't know Praline is going to be a Mom.

Charlie - But, that doesn't explain-- Wait. Praline is going to have kittens of Her own?

Annabelle - Ohh... How touching.

Itchy - Does... Does that mean Tabasco is going to be a Dad?

Charlie - Sigh. I guess Those two will be staying for a few days?

Itchy - Charlie, Don't tell Me, You're going to toss those felines out on the street.

Charlie - I didn't say that. Sigh. Fine, They can stay until Their kittens are born. The junkyard isn't a hotel.

Chapter 9 - Resting at the junkyard
(The Scene changes to the night view of New Orleans, and We zoom in to Don's Auto Wreckers.)

Charlie - I don't understand why I have to sleep in one of those cars. (We zoom in to see Charlie, Itchy, Annabelle, and Anne Marie in a wrecked Bentley Car.)

Itchy - Well, Tabasco and Praline need the Shed to have some warmth, that way Their kittens will be happy and healthy. And Bess doesn’t mind sleeping in one of the cars. And I don't think Tabasco would want to miss the moment His future kittens being born. I mean, Didn't You want to have puppies of Your own?

Charlie - I-- Sigh. I had a girlfriend.

Anne Marie - You did?

Charlie - Yeah. A few months after I was born, I encountered a Collie puppy. I was hoping I'd marry Her in the future. But, She said to Me, "Sorry, but, There's no way I would marry a mangy canine such as Yourself." That's what She said. (Annabelle Places Her paw on Charlie's head.)

Annabelle - Oh, My... She's the reason You left home...?

Charlie - Some things are best left unsaid. Besides, We got a big day tomorrow. (He and Itchy exit the car.) Good night.

Itchy - Boss, This is insane.

Anne Marie - Good Night, Mr. Itchy!

Itchy - Oh. Good night. (Quietly) Boss, The junkyard isn't somewhere a girl should stay. She should be at an orphanage, or at least the church.

Charlie - I'm not gonna stick Her at an orphanage. No way. a lot of orphanages are low-budget, and from what I've heard, the orphans are used as child labor. worse, the second people realize that the girl can talk to animals, They'll exploit Her. use Her as a sideshow at a circus. and that's not the life a little girl wants.

Itchy - What?

Charlie - besides, I'm going to start a revenge plan, which involves Me getting back at Carface. and Tomorrow, We start at the Fairgrounds Racetrack's horse races. We'll get some loose change, and after that, We'll turn it into a fortune.

Anne Marie - Horsies?

Charlie - Ohh... You're still awake? (To Itchy) Good night, Itchy. but We get up at first light.

Itchy - OK. (Goes to the Building and sees Tabasco and Praline asleep as Bess opens Her eye, listening in.) Hmm. If Charlie only knew how long until She has kittens... (Walks off and looks at the moon) I kind of wonder, how did Charlie survive? (He hears a door open.) Huh? Tabasco?

Tabasco - Yeah. Praline’s asleep, and I’ll watch over Her, while You get some sleep inside.

Itchy - Wha? You trust Me?

Tabasco - Of course, I trust You. I mean, it is your home. (Itchy Walks Inside as the screen zooms out) So... how long have You known Charlie?

Itchy - Over a year Ago. We had quite a lot of fun. Digging holes, chewing bones, singing and dancing.

Tabasco - Wow. He must be quite an influence on You.

Itchy - On the contrary, Charlie’s got quite a nasty streak, but He‘s quite a great friend. (Bess beams and goes to sleep.)

Praline - Tabasco, Itchy... Do you mind?

Tabasco - Oh! I‘m— I’m sorry. (The screen blacks out)

Chapter 10 - Day at the Races
(The Scene changes to the Stables, and inside, Charlie along with Itchy, Annabelle and Anne Marie are with the horses.)

Annabelle - Charles, absconding coins from the park fountains is bad enough, but, sneaking inside the stables, just to have the girl ask which horse will win, You'll just run the risk of being caught.

Charlie - Hey, Luck favors the prepared. (To Anne Marie) Don't worry. Ask any of the horses. They'll know.

Itchy - Really? I'm sure They know much more than who will win.

Charlie - Itch, do You mind?

Itchy - Mind what? She can understand the language of Cats and Dogs, but horses, I'm sure it's difficult for even Her to translate. Those Horses have Homes of their own, They get food anytime they want. unlike Cats and Dogs who don't get much. (One Horse Neighs startling Itchy.) Whoa!

Charlie - Did You understand it, Anne Marie?

Itchy - Wha-- What was that for?

Charlie - What did the horse say?

Anne Marie - She said, "Us Horses don't have it easy as You think. besides, anytime any of Us breaks any leg, It's curtains". How cruel. just as cruel as Carface.

Charlie - What? But, He tried to kill Me. He never let You go outside, refused to give You a proper bed. And besides, without some loose change, We won't get anywhere with helping the poor.

Anne Marie - Like Robin Hood.

Charlie - Yeah.

Itchy - But, That's Fiction--

Charlie - As a matter of fact, sometimes, You'll have to make some hard decisions. and maybe You'll be rewarded with a cut of Money, some new clothes, other things that can satisfy You.

Anne Marie - Parents to adopt Me?

Charlie - Correct.

Anne Marie - Hmm. Which of You think will win the race in less than an hour? (One of the horses neigh.) What? (The horse neighs.) Oh! I see. (Looks at a scrawny horse.) She said that the Small one, The Grand Chawhee will win. Today's His birthday.

Charlie/Itchy - Who?

Anne Marie - Him. (Points at the scrawny horse.) Of course, It'll be a surprise for Him to win.

Itchy - What? The odds are 50 to one.

Charlie - Yeah. It's too long a shot for Him to win-- (The Horse Neighs.) Well, I can take a hint. (They leave the stables.) Now, What's say We find some more loose change?

Itchy - Boss, Getting loose change is easy, but betting it will be tough. I mean, They don't allow Kids to bet.

Charlie - Don't worry. I have a plan for that, too.

Annabelle - Charles, It's going to end badly.

Charlie - It will. If You don't have a disguise. And one stand will have a factor that will let Us bet.

Itchy - Perhaps, But people will get wise.

Charlie - Like I said, don’t worry.

(Charlie, Itchy, and Anne Marie wearing a fake mustache and glasses in a trench coat, approach one of the Betting windows, and They see a sleepy looking man.)

Man in Betting window - Wha...? Oh, Who are You betting on, and How much cash? The minimum is $50.

Anne Marie - (In a deep voice) Put it on Chawhee. (Gives the money to the Man.)

Woman in Line - Ha ha ha ha! That horse never won a race! (The others laugh.) It's a Zero chance He'd win even third place!

Man in Betting Window - Um, Why would You bet on the Grand Chawhee, sir?

Anne Marie - (In a deep voice) Well, I heard today was His birthday. and I believe in Him.

Man in Betting Window - Hmm. You believe in him...? Ok. Good luck. You'll need it.

(The Bugle plays "Call to the Post", as the horses get ready, then a gunshot is heard as the horses run.)

(Outside the racetrack, Anne Marie along with Charlie and Itchy wait as They watch the race.)

Anne Marie - Come on, Chawhee! Today's Your birthday! I believe in you!

Itchy - That encouragement's not enough! He's just taking His sweet time.

Charlie - Knock it off! Chawhee, Come on! Move it!

(One of the horses reacts and approaches the front running horses.)

Horse - Hello! Amelia! Could I speak with You?

Female Horse (Amelia) - Oh! Nathaniel. How's everything?

Nathaniel - Fine, Thank You for asking. Now, Amelia, I know You're not one to throw a race, But, Need I remind You, the Grand Chawhee's birthday is Today?

Amelia - Is that a fact? Wait, really? I had no idea. (She slows up, letting Chawhee pass, as She and Nathaniel push Chawhee to the finish line.)

Itchy - Hoorah! He won! He won!

Charlie - Yeah! And We have Anne Marie to thank! Yes!

Anne Marie - Good Job, Chawhee! And Happy Birthday!

Chapter 11 - Rich Lifestyle
(In a montage, Charlie counts His newly acquired money. Then, at a betting place, five frogs are fighting one another, and the one with the least amount of warts wins as Charlie and Itchy cheer. At a “collect winnings” area, Anne Marie in disguise is given money. At another betting place, four geckos climb on a wall, and one of them reaches the ceiling, and Pulls a string, which drops confetti. As Anne Marie applauds as Annabelle shakes Her Head. At a restaurant, Anne Marie is given a lobster Dinner. As Charlie and Itchy eat some gourmet steaks. Then, at another betting place, Five Afghan hounds are covered in snow, butter popcorn, pizza dough, crabgrass, and mop heads four of them panic and head for the pool as Anne Marie shakes the winning Afghan hound’s paw. In a backdrop, Charlie and Itchy enjoy all their winnings until they notice Anne Marie depressed, so they take Her to a clothes store, Where Anne-Marie chooses a variety of clothes to choose from and as Charlie and Itchy notice Anne Marie in each attire, They applaud. Anne Marie then gives money to the salesperson. The salesperson waves to Anne Marie as She along with Charlie and Itchy leave, then at the Junkyard, Itchy was counting up the money, then He nods. Itchy Checks the area around the junkyard and makes a map And draws blueprints of places to put doghouses and a place called Charlie’s place. Soon, Itchy uses a magnet crane to place wrecked Cars into a pyramid, and putting a neon sign saying “Charlie’s Place” then, the junkyard grounds are filled with Sheds as makeshift dog houses, as fireworks explode with a sign saying “Grand Opening” on Charlie’s place. Inside, Canines of all sorts, plays gambling games, play music, and eat high quality food.)

Charlie - Ah. Roulette, Poker, Blackjack, Dominoes. Itch, this casino could best the others in Reno. And who knows? With that much support from Our customers, That casino can last a few dog lives. We'll live like kings.

Itchy - Perhaps. But, don’cha think We had enough? Carface’s casino isn’t going well since Charlie’s place opened. The second Carface realizes--

Charlie - Itch, He won't know until it's too late. In fact—

Annabelle - Charles, I promise You, Your plan to get back at the other casino's owner is going to end badly. and revenge is never something heaven would approve.

Charlie - Oh, won't You loosen up? there are some things that can't go unfinished. (Notices Anne Marie packing up.) Huh? What’s going on? You’re leaving?

Anne Marie - I am! You said We would help the poor, and you didn’t. You only gave homes to your friends, and I don’t think They’re poor at all. And all you do is gamble and cheat. It's never right!

Annabelle - Like I said, Charles. It'll end badly.

Charlie - Anne Marie, Cheating is when you sneak a couple of aces under the table. But, You’re somewhat right. Besides, I’m just settling a score with Carface. and I did say I'd help You get parents.

Itchy - Somewhat?

Anne Marie - Good point. (Hugs Charlie) Thanks. (Walks off)

Itchy - Charlie, I don’t understand. We have a business, and--

Charlie - Itch, Only after Carface’s Casino is shut down, then, We can give Anne Marie a home. So long as We do it after We shut down Carface.

Itchy - Sigh. If you say so... (He sees Tabasco coming in.) Tabasco? Why are You--? (Tabasco motions for Itchy to come over here.) Really? Ok. (Tabasco leaves the place.) Charlie, I'll see to Tabasco and Praline. (Leaves the place)

Charlie - Itchy, Where are You going? (Sighs.) First, Anne Marie wants to leave, then Itchy runs off, what next?

Annabelle - I guess You don't even care about Your friends.

Charlie - Whoa! Not true. I helped Itchy plenty of times in the past.

Annabelle - Really? Name Seven.

Charlie - Is it really important?

Chapter 12 - Tabasco and Praline's Newborn Kittens
(Outside the Shed, Tabasco is about to open the door as Itchy and Bess follow.)

Tabasco - OK. Itchy. (Opens the door to reveal a sleeping Praline tending to Her five kittens making Itchy cry.) Oh, and try to be more than five feet away, Praline might be tired, but Her maternal instincts will try to keep anyone threatening Her kittens. Last night, an unshaven canine got too close and Praline hissed and clawed Him in the face. Again, try to keep five feet away from Her.

Itchy - (Quietly) Got it, Tab. (Inside Tabasco's mind, He and Praline imagine Their lives from kittenhood to Their old age as the song "Gift of Life" plays.) have You thought about names for those little guys?

Tabasco - Itch, Not all of them are male. well, Two of them are. and... I'm sure Charlie will say "No", but, Praline would like to stay for 10 more days.

Itchy - 10 Days?

Tabasco - Well, Kittens are born blind until They are seven to ten days old.

Itchy - Well, I don't mind you staying seven years here. but, a Junkyard with a neighborhood of dogs, isn't an ideal place for a family of cats. but, I'll find You a safer home for Your family, Tabasco, somehow. Hopefully, Charlie won't be too inconsiderate...

Bess - Itchy, have You wanted to have a family of Your own?

Itchy - Well, Charlie asked Me a similar question like that, too. Well, Once We have a home of Our own, We will. (Bess kisses Itchy in the nose.) Oh! Uh... (blushes) I just... hope Charlie will be alright. because of Carface finds out about Charlie's casino, I can only imagine. Um, Bess, Where do You suggest We live?

(Inside Carface's Casino, where a leg of mutton is tossed in a fish tank. Soon, a school of Piranha eat the meat off the leg. then the bone. as the screen zooms out, Killer who is tied up is facing Carface and the casino workers.)

Carface - How unfortunate. First, My Race Cats are gone along with the girl, Then My money supply is dwindling, due to lack of customers to soak. And You coming back empty-pawed, for that, You're going to take a swim with them (Points at the Piranha.)

Killer - Boss, No! (A Brutish Sheepdog picks up Killer, as He's about toss Him in the piranha tank.) Boss, Stop! Charlie's alive! Please!

Carface - What? Wait. Explain.

Killer - Charlie's alive. Mauve said He saw Him at a restaurant this afternoon.

Carface - My accountant? (Looks at Him) Is that true, Mauve? (Mauve nods.) So, That might be why My Cats went missing. the girl, too. That's quite some information. But, that’s not enough to convince me. (The Sheepdog proceeds to toss Killer, but the latter puts up a fight to stay alive.)

Killer - Boss, Don't! I've a gun in My room! Please!

Carface - Gun. Gun? be more specific. What kind of Gun?

Killer - It's called a Flash Gordon Thermo-Atomic Raygun, sir. It's been deemed illegal for anyone owning it.

Carface - Ah. Even better. He he he he he. (His face turns red as He gets an evil look in His eyes, then the screen blacks out.)

Chapter 13 - Charlie's Family Visit
(Outside a Library, Anne Marie is about to enter a library.)

Anne Marie - Well, Charlie, I'll be in the library for a few hours. and don't worry. I know where Your place is so You don't have to worry about Me getting lost.

Charlie - Well, so long as You stay clear from Carface. (Anne Marie nods and goes in the library.)

Annabelle - So, What now?

Charlie - Well, back in heaven, You told Me that I have a sister.

Annabelle - Yes...

Charlie - Well, I want to properly meet Her. (Heads toward the city limits. then, the scene changes to a small town.)

Annabelle - Charles, wait! (After running past a few signs, They come across a dilapidated barn.) Oh, My. That is where You lived? It's... falling apart. (Charlie heads for the Barn.)

Charlie - Mom...? Dad...? It's Me! Charlie! Hello! (Goes in the barn)

Male Voice - Go away. There's nothing You want here. And don’t speak My son’s name. leave.

Charlie - Dad... It's you. What happened here?

Male Voice - I said, Leave!

Female Voice - Burt, Stop! It's our son. He came back.

Burt - Loni, You're only fooling Yourself.

Charlie - Mom...

Loni - Burt, It really is Charlie. That bitemark on His right ear is proof enough.

Burt - Loni, plenty of dogs have bitemarks-- (Notices Charlie again.) Loni, It IS Charlie.

Charlie - Dad... (He hugs His parents.) It's been too long, hasn't it?

Female German Shepherd - Mom, Dad, What’s going on? (Sees Charlie) A Stray! (Attacks Charlie, but Loni holds Her back.)

Loni - Deidra, This is your brother, Charlie.

Deidra - Brother? What?

Burt - Yes. Your brother ran away from home before You were born. Now, why did You?

Annabelle - I’ll explain. Your son Charles left home, because He was Wanting to enjoy His puppyhood, but as He was growing up, He couldn't enjoy it anymore...

Burt - Because, the best things aren’t always without some bad things to happen.

Charlie - Hmm. Perhaps. But... (Hugs His parents.) I know now that I'll never have that kind of camaraderie ever again...

Burt - Son, Why don’t We catch up on what happened the past year? (IN Charlie's mind, He remembers the good times He had as a puppy, but as He was growing, He noticed an idle Loni, and He began to worry, and leaves home. The flashback ends.)

Charlie - Mom... Dad... I have a lot of catching up to do. But, I’d like to speak with Deidra. Brother to Sister. You don’t mind, do You?

Loni - I don't mind. Do You, Burt?

Burt - Well, I guess.

Charlie - Thank You. (Comes to Deidra)

Deidra - Well?

Charlie - Well, What?

Deidra - What did You want to say?

Charlie - Well. I thought We could talk. (The Song "Some catching up to do" plays, with Charlie's puppyhood memories, which end with Charlie leaving the farm, back to reality, Charlie and Deidra fall asleep. Then Annabelle shakes Charlie's shoulder.)

Annabelle - Charles? (Charlie stirs.)

Charlie - Yes...?

Annabelle - Charles, If it's alright, I'd like to stay at the farm for some time. If it's ok.

Charlie - Oh, S... sure. (Falls asleep.) 'Night.

Annabelle - Same to You.

Chapter 14 - Helping the Poor Puppies
(Outside a dilapidated Church, Charlie, Itchy, and Anne Marie enter it with some boxes.)

Itchy - Boss, how long was your previous visit to the church?

Charlie - Does it really matter?

Itchy - Don’t forget, She broke Your heart. Of course, Those cats needed a place of safety.

Anne Marie - At least Tabasco and Praline's kittens will be safe here.

Charlie - If You say so. (they go inside the church, and up a staircase. Once at the top floor, They see a rough collie and a slew of puppies, along with Tabasco, Praline and Their kittens all listening to a radio.)

Radio - ...Before She knew it, the cat became desperate and ate Her, without a second thought. but, as the days went on, The cat began to regret what She did. (A few pups shed tears.)

Charlie - Hey! Does anyone want food?

Collie - Charlie?

Puppies - Charlie! (they swarm Charlie.)

Praline - Oh! Charlie's here.

Charlie - Whoa! Calm down, there! There’s plenty for everyone. Fried salmon, some bread, fried eggs, blueberries, strawberries too. Ok, you guys. Could I have your attention? (The pups quiet down.) Thank You. I’d like to introduce you to a special guest. Anne Marie.

Anne Marie - It’s a pleasure to meet you. (The pups continue eating.)

Tabasco - Charlie, are they your kids?

Charlie - I wish. Of course, I wouldn't mind getting married when I was a young rogue.

Itchy - Sorry. Charlie doesn’t want anyone talking about His past. all I know is, Flo was Charlie’s first love and female friend.

Flo - (laughs softly.) Hello, Charlie. You haven’t changed much. Except for that watch. And I wasn't told You're friends with two cats.

Charlie - Well, No. some weird Things happened.

Flo - Weird Things?

Charlie - Well, I can't explain all the details. All I can say is-- Wait, Where's your husband?

Flo - You mean Delta? Delta, We got visitors!

Delta - Ok. I'm coming. (Coming out from under the sofa, was a Welsh Corgi Hound wearing small glasses.) Um, Flo, Who are they?

Flo - Oh, That's My childhood friend Charlie. His Friend Itchy, and Their owner, Anne Marie.

Charlie/Itchy - Owner?

Anne Marie - Um, Actually, I don't own them-- (The Pups fight over the salmon.)

Delta - Kids, calm down! (The puppies stop fighting.) Thank You.

Flo - Charlie, This is My husband, Delta. He was once a Guard dog for a restaurant, but He resigned when He didn't get enough food.

Anne Marie - Miss Flo, Did You and Charlie fall in love When You were very young?

Flo - Well, In the farm, Yes. Of course, Charlie was sort of, what should I say? Too mangy and too Devil-may-care.

Anne Marie - Ohh... So, that explains when Itchy said, You broke His Heart. (The Pups fight again.)

Delta - Kids, please! No fighting!

Anne Marie - Miss Flo, Have You... bullied any cats in the past?

Flo - No, I haven't. but any cat that comes to the Church is welcome to stay.

Itchy - How considerate of You. (The Pups are fighting again.) Ohh... No.

Delta - Kids, I said stop fighting! There's plenty of food for everyone.

Charlie - Delta, Let Me handle this. C'mon! You mind sharing?

Praline - Charlie, do something! The kittens are waking up.

Charlie - Now, now, c'mon, don't fight! Alright, I'm gonna- I'm gonna tell you something about sharing. (Singing) What's mine is yours, What's yours is mine. The more you share, the more the Sun'll shine! Again, What's mine is yours. What's your-- Hey! Please! Stop! You shouldn't be fighting! Listen to Uncle Charlie!

Praline - I don't remember Flo or Delta having Charlie for a brother.

Tabasco - They don't.

Charlie - Whether you're the boss or someone's pet. The more you give, the more you're gonna get!

Puppies: You've got a little or a lot! You've got the share 'cause you know what?

Charlie - Yeah!

Puppies - Each other's all that we have got The Sun'll shine, if you share all the time!

Charlie: Yeah, What's mine is yours.

Puppies - You've got a little or a lot!

Charlie - Yes! What's yours is mine (You've got to share 'cause you know what?)

The more you share (Each other's all that we have got)

The more the Sun'll shine (The Sun'll shine!)

Puppies: If you share all the time!

Charlie (Puppies): Whether you're the boss (If you're a boss or just a pet)

Or someone's pet (I will be glad to make a bet!)

The more you give (The more you give, the more you get!)

''The more you're gonna get! (You're gonna get more than you had!)''

''The more you're gonna get! (The more you're gonna get all your life!)''

''The more you're gonna get! (The more you're gonna get all your life!)''

Puppies: The more you're gonna get!

Praline - Please, Quiet! (Quietly) My kids need their sleep. (Tabasco waves His arms horizontally)

Charlie - Sorry. (To Flo) You don’t mind Tabasco and His family staying, Do You?

Flo - I don’t mind. I don't mind if They want to stay in the church for a long time.

Tabasco - (Quietly) Just until They open their eyes.

Chapter 15 - "What Good Deeds should I do?"
(Later, at Night, as everyone was asleep, the screen zooms in to Charlie, and His life watch.)

Annabelle's voice - You’ll never return... You’ll never return... You’ll never return... (Charlie’s watch opens, which is seconds away from midnight, and once midnight passed, the clock explodes to pieces. Charlie falls into a chasm colored red and black, an fell on a ship made of bone On a stream of Lava.)

Charlie: Oof! Gaaaaaah!!!!!

Devil Dog - Ah. Welcome to Hades, Charlie Barkin! As long as You’re here, You’ll never get bored, and You’ll definitely feel no coldness.

Charlie: Gaah!!!! (Makes a run for it.)

Devil Dog - No matter where You go, run, or hide, You’ll never escape. Not now, or ever! (Breathes fire, which become imps. Charlie makes a run through the stalagmites, avoiding the minions while avoiding the fires, but for naught.) It’s no use. Accept Your fate. (Charlie screams in anguish.)

Annabelle's voice: Charles.....Charles, wake up. (His nightmare melts away.)

Charlie - Wha? (wakes up and sees Annabelle) Ohh... What happened?

Annabelle - You had a horrible dream, right?

Charlie: Phew.....it was....(looks at his watch around his neck) Whew! It was only a dream. It’s times like this that I wish I could go a few days in the past, and stopped Carface from Killing Me.

Annabelle - Impossible.

Charlie: Why's that?

Annabelle - Charles, Going back in time is like asking for a world where dogs are the dominant species. Besides, any changes to the past could cause drastic changes in the future.

Charlie: Ok, I guess that is out of the question.

Annabelle - That, And the fact that some time ago, like You, My twin brother left heaven of His own free will.

Charlie - What happened?

Annabelle - Well, over 350 dogs years ago, My brother, Who is the other gatekeeper, was so depressed, longing for the life He had. Eventually, My Brother decided to get His life clock and wound it up. I tried to stop Him, but He vanished soon after that. (Sheds tears which makes Charlie feel bad.) I dread to think where He is, now.

Charlie: Hey, Maybe Your brother had a good reason. not just wanting to go back to Earth, I mean. I'm sure He's somewhere in this world.

Annabelle: Well... We can hope, right? But... How will You atone for all the bad deeds You did, when You were alive?

Charlie - Well, I don’t know how many I’ll have to do to avoid going down there...

Annabelle - Sigh. (Thinking) Charles, it’s not about how many deeds you’ll do, it’s something you’ll have to do to risk your life for. (Flo wakes up)

Charlie: Risk....my life?

Annabelle - Did You just... read My mind?

Charlie: Kinda....I'm dead, remember?

Flo - Dead?! What happened? (Charlie and Annabelle turn their heads and saw Flo who listened in.) Are You really... (Checks Charlie’s paw, which is cold) Your paw is like ice. (Charlie looks at Annabelle and sighs of defeat.)

Charlie - Flo, I have something to say I’m... dead. I’m sorry I didn’t say sooner

Flo: What happened?

Annabelle: Carface did this to him.

Flo - Who’s Carface?

Charlie: My EX-business partner of the casino. He wouldn't share the business and wanted me gone.

Flo: Then how did you....?

Annabelle - Charles wound up His life clock and returned to His earthly body, but as a zombie.

Flo - Zombie?

Charlie: Yes....and I wanted to run Carface out of business for good, just to get back at Him.

Flo - Charlie...

Charlie - I'll explain everything at My place Tonight.

Annabelle - Charles, Not everything should be said about-- (Flo glares.) sigh. I guess I asked too much from You to keep quiet about Heaven, huh?

Flo - Heaven...?

Charlie - In the meantime, I'll find parents for Anne Marie.

Anne Marie: You mean it?!

Charlie - I mean it.

Anne Marie: Oh, Charlie! (hugs Charlie)

Charlie - Oh! Don't-- don't do that! please.

Anne Marie: Oh, sorry. I'm just so happy.

Charlie - As it should. Itchy, We’re going!

Annabelle - Why do I feel like things will go badly...? (Follows Charlie's group.)

Chapter 16 - Anne Marie is Adopted
(At Audubon Park, Anne Marie and the dogs are resting on a park bench.)

Charlie - Sigh. We asked 39 People, and Not one of them wanted to adopt Her. Five are allergic to dogs, 2 of them are rich and insulted Us, 30 ignored Us, one was a straycatcher, and one tried to steal Annabelle.

Annabelle - It's not My fault the Whippet is considered one of the fastest of the dog breeds.

Itchy - And the Sun's going down. (They see the Sun go down.) Charlie, Let's head back to the Junkyard. We'll think of a new plan.

Anne Marie - So, I have to wait again?

(Charlie grins.)

Charlie - Well, Apparently.

Annabelle - Wait, Look. (She points at two people who are on a picnic blanket looking at the night sky.)

Anne Marie - Hmm. I wonder... (Walks toward the couple)

Charlie - Anne Marie. Think it over. even the harmless-looking ones can be menacing. (Anne Marie runs toward the couple) Anne Marie, What are You--? (Itchy pulls Charlie and Shushes Him.)

Anne Marie - Hello, there. It's a quiet night to look at the Stars, right?

Man - Yes. Audubon Park is dark and quiet. and perfect to see the stars in the sky.

Anne Marie - Really? (The Man nods.) Wow.

Man - Now, did You tell Your parents where You went?

Anne Marie - I don't have any. Not anymore.

Woman - What? Then, You're an orphan? (Anne Marie nods.) Harold... (Whispers in Harold's ear.)

Harold - Well, Kate, If She's doesn't have a home to turn to... (Whispers with Kate. Annabelle listens with Her ear up.)

Annabelle - Go ahead, Anne Marie. They're perfect for You. (Anne Marie looks at Annabelle.)

Kate - Miss, You need a home, right? What do You say to living with Us for some time?

Anne Marie - Oh! I would! Thank You! (Hugs Kate and Harold.)

Charlie - Well, That's it. At least Carface won't be exploiting Her anymore.

Anne Marie - Charlie? (sees Anne Marie) Thank You. for everything (Charlie sheds a tear, then beams and runs off as Itchy and Annabelle follow.) Charlie? (Anne Marie stands confused as the screen blacks out)

Chapter 17 - King of the Sewers
(Charlie and Annabelle walk inside a farmer's market.)

Charlie - Well, Annabelle. Now, that Anne Marie has a home, I guess that means I’ll have to close down Charlie’s place.

Annabelle - Well, It's a start. helping a little girl find a home’s quite good. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to...

(Carface, Killer holding a machine gun, and a St. Bernard is hiding behind a park bench.)

Carface - Ah. There's Charlie. I don't know who that pink one is, But, She could be quite a playmate for You.

Killer - Not Likely. I have a girlfriend back at Georgia. Besides, She's a Mixed Breed.

Carface - Well, you’re a mixed breed, too. Half Schnauzer and Half Poodle. Embarrassing.

Killer - We’re called Schnoodles, Boss.

Carface - Whatever. The pink one might know something. (Aims the ray gun at Charlie) Okay... and Goodbye, Charlie. (Charlie is shot multiple times, as Annabelle watches in shock.) He's Hit!

Annabelle - Charles?! (Charlie's injuries glow a white light and vanish.) Is Your watch...?

Charlie - Ohhh! (Grabs His watch) Thank You.

Killer - He survived?

Carface - You didn't Hit any of His Vitals!

Killer - But, I did!

Charlie - Run, Annabelle!

Annabelle - You don't need to tell Me twice. (They run for dear life as the ray gun fires non-stop.)

Carface - You Morons! I'm surrounded by Morons! (ducks down from the laser) Watch it! (Charlie makes a turn but slips on a puddle on the street and falls in a storm drain. Annabelle follows, but She slips and crashes into a street barricade. She gets up dazed and sees Carface and His henchmen approach Her.) Well, I don't know who you are, but any friend of Charlie I have will be something the casino people call, a bargaining chip. Killer, bring Her to the Casino. (Killer pouts and crosses His arms.) well, Your loss. Brutus. (The St. Bernard approaches Annabelle.)

Annabelle - No...! (Brutus’ shadow approaches Annabelle and the screen blacks out. The Scene changes to a dilapidated sewer system, where Charlie wakes up.)

Charlie - Wha... where am I? Wait-- (Checks to see if His life watch is damaged.) Whew. No cracks, and it's still ticking. I guess it was a good thing the watch is still unbroken, right, Annabelle? Annabelle? Annabelle, where are You? (Sees a bunch of rats attacking Him, and knocking Him out cold with an soda bottle, and the screen blacks out. The scene changes to a darker and bigger section of the sewers, where a knocked out Charlie is in a cage, with His watch still in His paw. Charlie begins to wake up, hearing the sound of squeaking, and sees a big shadowy figure.)

Voice - Ah. You captured a Mutt with a gold pocket watch. (Charlie tries to saw the cage's wood bars with His claw.) normally, There would be cats going into the sewers to hunt down mice and rats. I'll be sure to put that watch in My collection of rare finds. (Charlie plays dead as the shadowy figure approaches, and is revealed to be a giant fat alligator.)

Charlie - (Thinking) A Crocodile?

Alligator - Hmm. (places a digit on Charlie's neck.) Ah. Still alive. You. (Points at a rat.) bite down on that mutt's paw and tell Me what He tastes like. (The Rat then comes to Charlie and bites His paw, making Charlie howl in pain.) Whoa! That howl is quite musical. and You're up, too. I don't know who You are, Dog, but I won't eat anyone who mastered the performing art of Singing.

Charlie - You... You sure? I... how do You explain those bones around You, Crocodile?

Alligator - Crocodile? Crocodile?! I'm No crocodile! I'm King Gator! I have more teeth! and I prefer a home with no salt in My water. and those bones as You can see, are from the Foxes, Rabbits, and of course, Louisiana's Scourge, the Coypu. Those stupid humans brought them from a place called Argentina. They don't know it, but I do. the Coypu look like small otters, but They destroy marshes and wetlands! So, I decided to keep those Coypu in check, by eating as many as possible. or course, the Rats there treat Me like a king because I'm bigger than most Alligators.

Charlie - Wow. But, Bigger isn't always better.

(Upbeat music plays as the sewer lights up.)

King Gator - And you're right. When It comes to taxes, searing pains, bullies, and opposing armies. Now... (Singing) When You're in the Sewer, It's really dark, You'll feel like You grew really old... But, worry not, it's not cold or Hot, Because Music is just like gold! Come on!

Charlie - Oh, uh... (Singing) I had a bad puppyhood when I was alive, I left home. Myself, I told. I wish I was in bed, but, wish I wasn't dead, Um... Music is Just like gold?

King Gator - Hmm. You got a bit bluesy, there. Get more upbeat.

Charlie - Upbeat? Like... (Singing) All I wanted was Money and Food, the good life, fine and bold, But, in a twist of fate, but, never late, Music will always be gold...

King Gator - You're getting there. (Singing) As an Alligator, I eat what I want, It's a Coypu, Middle-aged or old, But sailing a boat, as I sing a note, Music is Just like Gold... (Spoken) Now, What reason did You have coming here?

Charlie - Hey, I was running from a fat dog who tried to do Me in with a gun.

King Gator - A Gun? This isn't the Prohibition era, anymore. So, You came Here just to hide from Your pursuers, right?

Charlie - Yeah.

King Gator - Well, if that's the case, If You need any help, Just Howl, and I'll assist You. Hopefully, I'll be here to help. Now, You there, Guide Our friend to the nearest exit out of the sewer. (the Rats guide Charlie through a tunnel.) Ohhhhh.... (Singing) Music Is like gold, Whenever You grow Old, Just so I'm told, Where I live, It's never sold, Life is a Game, I'll never fold, Life can be Hot or maybe, cold, Music is Just... Like... Goooooooold! Ha! Ha-Ha!

Chapter 18 - Charlie's Lament
(the scene changes to a neighborhood at dawn as Charlie comes out of a storm drain. Charlie sniffs around)

Charlie - Hmm. That’s Anne Marie’s Scent. (Dashes off towards where Anne Marie is.

(At a house which is under construction, Anne Marie is resting on a mattress. An instrumental version of “Soon, You’ll come home” plays. In Her mind, what appears is a series of sepia photographs of Anne Marie playing a board game with Harold and Kate with Flo watching, Anne Marie playing mini-golf with Harold and Kate as Itchy watches, Anne Marie playing with a yo-yo with Tabasco and Praline watching, Anne Marie watching Annabelle playfully chasing a squirrel, Anne Marie reading a book as the kittens look at it, Anne Marie playing catch with Charlie as Harold applauds, Anne Marie on a forest hike with Harold, Kate And Delta, Anne Marie and Kate ice-skating, Anne Marie and Harold fishing at a pond, Anne Marie bathing the puppies as Harold and Kate help, and the dream ends as Anne Marie wakes up.)

Anne Marie - Charlie? (Looks out the window and sees Charlie on the driveway.) Charlie! You came to visit. You ran off quickly, I didn’t get the chance to ask if You wanted to live in this house. It isn’t finished yet, but in a few weeks, it will be. (Notices Charlie getting worried) what’s wrong?

Charlie - Anne Marie, While I was getting out of the sewers last night, I did some thinking. Just... promise Me two things. One, tell no one about Your ability to talk to animals. Because, if anyone found out, You’d be exploited, like what Carface did to You. And Two, live a great life in your own way. (Starts to Walk off as He sheds tears)

Anne Marie - Charlie?

Charlie - goodbye, Anne Marie. (Runs off Through the streets, then at a Lobster Restaurant, Charlie sorrowfully finishes eating a lobster.)

Spitz Chef - Wow. You sure ate that Lobster like the restaurant was about to close down. What’s wrong?

Charlie - Well, a little girl found a home, and I let Her go. I mean, She deserves a good home.

Spitz Chef - Well, sometimes a great dog isn’t known for being loyal or behavior, it’s about what you think is right in this world. (Charlie gives the chef a 20 dollar bill) Oh! A 20. (Charlie leaves) Hold on! Don’t You want change?

Charlie - Keep it!

Spitz Chef - Thanks, I guess.

Chapter 19 - The Attacked Church
(At the Church, as the weather was starting to get cloudy, Flo, Delta, and their Puppies are asleep, as Charlie looks at the cloudy sky, then, His life watch.)

Annabelle’s voice - Once You activate the watch of life, You’ll never be able to return to Heaven... (Carface And a few of His henchmen sneak inside the Church as Tabasco approaches.)

Charlie - Annabelle.

Tabasco - Still thinking about Anne Marie?

Charlie - Yeah. In any case, I have to talk to Annabelle and apologize.

Carface - You won’t get that chance, Charlie. (Carface attacks Charlie.)

Charlie - Flo! Delta! Help!

Praline - Tabasco!

Tabasco - Praline? (Flo And Delta wake up to assist Charlie, as Tabasco helps protect Praline from the invaders, Delta hears yelping and protects the puppies from one of the henchmen, But Delta is tossed aside by a St. Bernard and hit hard against a wall, knocking Him out)

Flo - Delta! (Tackles the St. Bernard And protects the puppies, then they see Charlie restrained by two of Charlie’s Henchmen)

Carface - Well, Charlie. You sure gave Us a lot of trouble. Stealing My source of income, freeing My race cats, stealing My customers. But, You’ll make up for it with Your death.

Tabasco - Praline, On one, You run to Charlie’s place And tell Itchy to get help.

Praline - I’m too tired to even run, Tabasco.

Tabasco - But, Our kittens need You.

Henchdog - Hey, keep quiet!

Tabasco - Go Jump in a fire pit, mutt! (The henchdog gets angry.)

Praline - Tabasco, you can get there faster. I believe in You. (Kisses Tabasco) And Kids, hold on to your father until He says it’s all right. (The kittens hang on to Tabasco’s back.) Good luck.

Henchdog - Ah! Tasty kittens.

Praline - Now! (Attacks The henchdog) Run! (Tabasco runs and escapes the church)

Killer - Hey! (Goes after Tabasco, But escapes with His life) Ohhh.... Boss, that cat got away.

Carface - and He won’t for long. We got the girl, Anyway. (Delta weakly opens His eye, but closes) Brutus, go after that cat and eat Him alive. (Brutus goes after Tabasco) Everyone else, bring the prisoners to my casino! (Carface And His henchmen drag Charlie, Flo, Praline, And the Puppies on their way to the casino.)

(At Charlie’s place, Itchy is just about done with tending the bar.)

Itchy - Sigh. I wonder where Charlie went. He should pull His own weight at this place. Not that it matters...

Tabasco - Itchy! (He arrives in front of Itchy)

Itchy - Tabasco, What is it? You look like You‘re running from an angry mob.

Tabasco - Never mind the jokes, Itchy! Some fat dog invaded the church and took Charlie and the others away!

Itchy - Fat Dog? What does He look like?

Tabasco - big fat nose, small pointy ears, a spot on His right eye...

Itchy - Carface.

Tabasco - Worse, If anything bad happens to Praline... (Tabasco sadly looks at the Kittens.)

Itchy - I hear ya. No parent wants to see their young dying. (He sees Bess come inside, exhausted.) Bess? What’s wrong?

Bess - Itchy, I heard from the neighborhood dogs that Anne Marie’s been taken to Carface’s hideout.

Itchy - What?! (Brutus breaks inside and is ready to attack Tabasco.) Well. I take it You have a grudge against Tabasco? (Brutus sees Itchy and the customers, who attack Brutus and the scene changes to Brutus being knocked out and inside a wood barrel as Bess tends to the kittens.) Ok, everyone! We knew Carface cheats His customers of their money with His rigged cat races. But the second He threatened the lives of others, including young kittens and Charlie, He’s gone too far! Now, who’s for Rescuing Charlie? (None of the other dogs react, as They are afraid.)

Tabasco - And You call yourselves dogs? Charlie helped Me reunite with Praline, and He also made possible that My kittens would be born. I’m going to help Charlie and Praline. With or without anyone’s help. (Runs to Carface’s Casino.)

Itchy - So, What do You say to that? You’re gonna let a cat take on Carface and His cronies all alone? (The customers start to bark, and louder) Ok! Now, We’ll need everyone’s help. Tell all the cats and dogs of New Orleans to head for Carface’s Casino! Let’s Go! (The Customers exit and head for Carface’s Casino) Bess! Watch over the kittens until We return!

Bess - Good Luck, Itchy!

Chapter 20 - Showdown with Carface
(At Carface's Casino, a Thunderstorm was happening, and inside was a slew of cages on different levels. one contained Annabelle, one had Anne Marie, one had Flo, one had the Puppies, one had Praline, and one had Charlie. Charlie began to wake up.)

Charlie - Wha... Where am I? (Checks His clock) Oh, Still going. Whew. (Looks at the cages and sees Anne Marie.) Anne Marie! Are You alright?

Carface - Ah. Charlie. You're up.

Killer - Hello, Charlie.

Carface - Shut Up. Charlie, that Clock of Yours is the least of Your worries. What I'm going to do is quite how You'll make up for My losses. (Points at Flo and Annabelle) Those Two will be My personal assistants. (Points at the Puppies) The younglings will be My racepups. tasked with chasing Her. (Points at Praline) You'll be working for Me until the day You die. and the girl? She'll know who'll win the races in the future.

Mauve - Carface, If I could speak--

Carface - Not Now.

Mauve - Seriously, I think that's My sister up there.

Carface - Yeah, right. and My Mom's a Cat. Now, Shut it!

Charlie - Carface, wait! Let everyone else go, and I'll let You kill Me in any way You want.

Killer - Wow. Killing Charlie any way You want, Carface. That's quite a rare occasion.

Carface - I'll agree on silencing You, Charlie. But, I will not let any of My meal tickets leave. (Menacing Music plays.) And for Good reason. (Singing) Money as I've heard makes the World go round, as everyone in this world wants something to fill their need. Be it gold, jewels, or even baseball cards, Everyone is Green with Greed! (Spoken) Now, in the past, there was no such thing as money. and all They can do is trade and trade. eventually in Turkey, the first coins were minted. then Cowrie shells were used in trade, then a great example of Greed was over 90 years ago, when people went west in search of gold. people were greedy enough to cause chaos to others and jump claims to acquire fortune. (Singing) Only a handful were very rich. That's how it should be in My case, In Yours You'd best concede. No matter what era, Life is not always Fair-uh, Everyone's Green with Greed!

Praline - I can't believe You. Charlie offered to sacrifice Himself, and You refuse to let Him go?

Carface - All He did was sweeten the deal for Me. (Singing) Cats are only good for Dogs to chase, as They sprout up like a water weed, I'll get rich as I grow old, Aquiring lots of Gold... Everyone's green with greed! (Music ends.)

Praline - Carface, You're the most heartless Mutt I ever had the misfortune of meeting! (Carface's henchmen react shockingly.)

Carface - You shouldn't have said that. (Tabasco sneaks in the Casino without being seen, and sneaks to the power room.) You'll drown first. But, before that, Put My former accountant in with the pink one.

Mauve - What? (Killer and a few of Carface's henchmen pick up Mauve and Stuff Him in Annabelle's cage.) Ow...

Annabelle - Mauve... You recognized Me...? Ohh...! (Hugs Mauve.) It's really You!

Carface - Ok. Boys. Down the cage all the way in the water. (One of the henchdogs uses a control to lower Praline's cage in the water but stops, inches away from the water.) Huh? I said all the way. (The henchdog becomes frustrated with the controls.) Ugh, I'm surrounded by Morons. Drown someone else! I don't care who! (the Henchdog tries to use the other controls, but They don't respond as Tabasco leaves the power room, then goes to undo Charlie's cage lock.) Ohhhhh...! AAAAAA!

Charlie - (Quietly) Great timing, Tabasco.

Tabasco - (Quietly) Think nothing of it. (Unlocks Charlie's cage)

Carface - You! All You did was delay Their deaths.

Charlie - Tab, I'll keep Carface busy, while You free the others.

Tabasco - OK. Charlie. Good Luck!

(Charlie fights off Carface's henchmen. Tabasco frees Praline from Her cage, and goes to free the Puppies' cage as Praline goes to free Flo. Charlie sees one dog try to get Praline, so Charlie grabs the henchdog by the leg, making Him trip. Praline unlocks Annabelle and Mauve's cage.)

Carface - Morons! Killer! Eliminate that Cat who's ruining everything!

Killer - Wha-- (Carface kicks Killer sending Him flying toward Tabasco, who just freed Anne Marie, but Tabasco dodges as Killer crashes facefirst against the cage.) Ow... (Falls in the water.)

Tabasco - Ok, Charlie! That's all of them!

Charlie - Ok! head for the exit! (three of the henchdogs gang up on Charlie.) Don't worry about Me. Just get Anne Marie from here. Go.

Tabasco - But, You need--

Charlie - GO! (Tabasco and the other hostages run for the exit as one Henchdog punches Charlie in the face. In the city of New Orleans, The Dogs and Cats led by Itchy rush to the rescue, all heading for Carface's Casino as Delta comes too.)

Delta - Flo...

Itchy - Delta, What are You...

Delta - I have to get to Flo. Where is She?

Itchy - She and the others are at Carface's Casino. We have to hurry. (Dashes off as Delta follows.)

(Back at the Casino, Charlie is still fending off the henchdogs as one goes after Tabasco and the hostages.)

Charlie - Tabasco! One's behind You! (Another Henchdog bites Charlie's leg, causing Him to Howl in pain.)

Carface - You'll keep quiet. You'll live longer, not that it will help. (Three Henchdogs tie Charlie to an anchor as the remaining ones go after Tabasco and the others. Then, King Gator resurfaces and tackles the Casino.) What in--?!

(Anne Marie loses Her balance and falls in the water unseen as Flo and the Puppies manage to escape, then Mauve and Annabelle. Tabasco sees Charlie in need of help.)

Praline - Tabasco, Let's go.

Tabasco - Praline, I have to help Charlie. Our Kittens need You, now more than ever.

Praline - Tabasco... You're right. (Kisses Tabasco.) For luck. (Tabasco runs back to aid Charlie.)

Carface - Who's tearing town My Casino?! (King Gator breaks through the casino's hull.) What? What? WHAT?! (Carface's Henchmen run away.) Cowards! Get back here! (Killer tries to do the same, but Carface grabs Him) No, You're not. (Tosses Killer in the water.) You'll keep that Stupid Gator away from Me!

Killer - Boss, Please! You can't just-- (Sees King Gator coming, but doesn't eat Him.) Huh? (Sees Anne Marie out cold and on a piece of wood.) the Girl! (The Gator tackles the Casino, which causes one of the barrels of oil to spill on an engine, causing the oil to catch on fire.) Yikes!

Carface - Your interference with My empire will cost You much more than Your life, Charlie. (Pushes the Anchor Charlie's tied to, leaving Him to drown, then, Tabasco claws at Carface's face) AAAA! You useless--! (Tabasco dives underwater and uses His claws to cut the rope, allowing Charlie to resurface.)

Charlie - Whew! Tabasco, good save there. Thanks.

Tabasco - We can't celebrate Yet, Charlie. Look! (They see Killer and Anne Marie trapped by a ring of fire.)

Charlie - Anne Marie! (He sees Carface getting up, and Charlie sighs.) Tabasco? You get Anne Marie out of here.

Tabasco - But, what about--

Charlie - I'll keep Carface from coming after You. (Places His life watch around Tabasco's neck.) Now, go.

Tabasco - (Looks at Anne Marie.) Ok. Try to get out alive, Charlie. (Goes to help Anne Marie. King Gator crashes through the casino and goes for Carface, but Carface dodges.) An exit! (Jumps on the piece of wood Anne Marie's on and rows to the exit as Killer helps push the piece of wood They're on.)

Carface - No! You'll not get awa--! (Charlie binds Carface's legs.) You'll not hurt anyone else, Carface! (King Gator goes in for one final charge.)

Charlie - And it couldn't have happened to a eviler dog, Carface. (King Gator opens His mouth and closes on them.)

(Outside the Casino, The Cats and Dogs tend to the hostages.)

Itchy - Huh? Something bad happened to Charlie.

Delta - Flo! (Hugs Flo) I'm so glad You and the kids are alright.

Itchy - Where's Anne Marie and Charlie?

Praline - Look! (They see King Gator leave and the Casino capsizes and sinks. Then, They see Killer and Tabasco row Anne Marie to shore, as Anne Marie coughs.) Tabasco! Tabasco, Where's Charlie? (Tabasco shakes His head as A Female Schnoodle comes to Killer's aid.)

Female Schnoodle - It's alright, Killer. I'm here. (Killer tearfully hug Her.)

Praline - I assume She's Killer's Wife.

Flo - Yeah. She is. (They soon See Itchy looking at the horizon as Harold, Kate, and a few ambulances arrive.) Charlie? Charlie, where are You? CHARLIE...! (Tabasco tearfully looks at Charlie's life watch, and the Screen blacks out as Itchy's voice echoes.)

Chapter 21 - Ending
(Inside the Church. Itchy, Bess, Flo, A bandaged Delta, their Puppies, Tabasco, Praline, and their kittens are asleep. then, the life watch glows as it’s ticking, stirring everyone else.)

Itchy - Ohh... The Sun can't be out already.

Tabasco - Wha... (Sees Charlie's spirit.) Charlie.

Itchy - Charlie? Where? (Sees Charlie's spirit.) Charlie. You're a ghost, now?

Charlie - Well, not a ghost, per se. But, I just want to give a proper goodbye.

Tabasco - Charlie. (Gives the life watch to Charlie.)

Charlie - Thanks, Tabasco. (checks inside and see that the clock’s still ticking) It’s still going?

(Annabelle and Mauve magically appear as Tabasco protects His kittens and Praline.)

Charlie - Annabelle. Mauve. I...

Annabelle - don't worry, Charles. (She touches the clock, which vanishes and Charlie's body is restored.)

Itchy - Charlie. You don’t look pale anymore.

Bess - You’re right.

Charlie - I... I don't understand.

Annabelle - Charles, Your life watch was still ticking. and because You wound up the clock despite the consequences of going down there, You made the choice of saving this Young girl's life. and You reunited Me with My brother. Which Means You'll be given a second chance to enjoy life on Earth. (The Cats and Dogs cheer.)

Mauve - And I've a lot of catching up to do, back in heaven. and... Tabasco, was it? Michael will be quite thrilled to hear of Your good deeds You did for Charlie.

Annabelle - Agreed.

Tabasco - Who’s Michael?

Annabelle - He‘s someone who thinks Cats should go to heaven, as well as dogs. So, until then... (She and Mauve wave as They float up to heaven as the cats and dogs wave.) So, why is it You wanted return to earth, Brother?

Mauve - Well, I lived a full life, but, I wasn’t satisfied with just spending the rest of my life in England.

Annabelle - Well, just be grateful that Your life clock was still intact. (They vanish)

Flo - Wow. To think that Heaven really exists.

Praline - Charlie... (Charlie sees Tabasco and Praline) ... It’s only fair the kittens see their godfather. (The kittens open their eyes, one by one and see Their parents, then Charlie, who waves. the kittens then fall asleep)

Charlie - Aw... (Sees the sun rise) Itchy, There’s something else I have to do. (Runs off, and the scene changes to the city hospital. Charlie checks the rooms from outside until He sees Anne Marie asleep inside one of the rooms. Charlie then opens the window, which wakes Anne Marie.)

Anne Marie - Charlie? (She hugs Charlie)

Charlie - Anne Marie, I’m very sorry, I didn’t fulfill My promise to you sooner.

Anne Marie - It’s alright, Charlie. Nobody’s perfect in this world. (The scene changes to Anne Marie’s new home. And a caption says “A few days later...” appears. Charlie holding a black satchel comes to the doorstep, and places it on the welcome mat. Then rings the doorbell. Charlie runs off, as Harold opens the door.)

Harold - Hello? Huh? (Looks down and sees a note on the satchel) What’s this? “Anne Marie, You made Me realize that money doesn’t buy Me happiness. But,l I know You’ll put that money to better use than I could. Signed, C. Barkin.” (Harold walks back inside as Charlie watches, then heads for parts unknown as the screen slowly blacks out)

(as the end credits began, A book opens which shows an image every time a page is turned, which is Charlie high fiving Itchy and Tabasco, Itchy and Bess in Wedding wear kiss, Killer playing with His son as Killer’s wife watches, Anne Marie and Her foster parents tending to Flo’s clan, Carface’s henchmen captured by the straycatchers, Carface running away from King Gator, Charlie reuniting with His family as Tabasco and Praline with their kittens come to stay. Annabelle and Mauve from up in the sky look downward at the planet. The book closes.)