Episode 1
My Best Friend
September 4, 2000
My Best Friend - Believe in yourself Emily decides that she must find something "special" for Show and Tell. But after an exhaustive search of Birdwell Island for the perfect thing to share, Emily learns that sometimes the best things in life are right under your nose.
Episode 2
Cleo's Fair Share
September 4, 2000
Cleo doesn't want to share her new toy with anyone.
Episode 3
Special Delivery
September 5, 2000
Clifford accidentally breaks a present he was supposed to deliver for Emily.
Episode 4
A Ferry Tale
September 5, 2000
Clifford tries to stay clean for a magazine's Dog of the Year contest.
Episode 5
And Bird Makes Three
September 6, 2000
Emily has to take care of a baby bird, leaving her little time to play with Clifford.
Episode 6
Home Is Where the Fun Is
September 6, 2000
Emily is jealous when Jetta gets to visit an exciting city.
Episode 7
Clifford's Carnival
September 7, 2000
Everyone, including Clifford, must work as a team to put on the fall carnival.
Episode 8
Clifford's Doggy Reunion
September 7, 2000
Emily's cousin Laura and her dog, Rex, arrive for a visit.
Episode 10
Tummy Trouble
September 8, 2000
When the dogs eat too many treats, they learn that too much of a good thing can be bad.
Episode 11
Cleo Comes to Town
September 11, 2000
In a flashback story, Cleo shakes things up when she arrives on the island.
Episode 12
False Friends
September 11, 2000
When Cleo makes a new friend, she starts ignoring Clifford and T-Bone.
Episode 13
Clifford and the Beanstalk
September 12, 2000
Emily competes against Jetta for the lead in the school play.
Episode 14
Itchy Patch
September 12, 2000
Clifford itches like crazy but hides his discomfort to avoid a trip to the doctor.
Episode 15
A New Friend
September 13, 2000
The new dog in town has only three legs, which makes the gang uncomfortable.
Episode 16
Stormy Weather
September 13, 2000
Clifford's digging talents become an asset when a big storm blows in.
Episode 17
Circus Stars
September 14, 2000
Clifford learns that stars, like everyone else, sometimes need help.
Episode 18
Limelight Fright
September 14, 2000
Cleo develops stage fright when the dogs are recruited to help with a show.
Episode 19
To Catch a Bird
September 15, 2000
All fingers and paws point to Emily as the thief when Jetta's trophy and locket vanish.
Episode 20
The Best Party Ever
September 15, 2000
Jetta mocks Emily's plans for her birthday party activities.
Episode 21
Come Back, Mac
September 18, 2000
When Mac tears one of Jetta's sweaters, he feels terrible about it and runs away.
Episode 23
Little Clifford
September 19, 2000
In flashbacks, Emily meets Clifford, and her love turns him into the biggest dog around.
Episode 24
Welcome to Birdwell Island
September 19, 2000
Clifford has to dispel preconceived ideas about large dogs.
Episode 25
Doing the Right Thing
September 20, 2000
When T-bone inadvertently "steals" a squeak toy, he experiences a guilt-induced dream where his conscience tries to show him the right thing to do. T-bone learns that it's always best to just do the right thing.
Episode 26
The Dog Who Cried Woof
September 20, 2000
After overhearing Samuel tell the kids a scary story about Whiffy the Skunk Ghost, Clifford and T-bone get a bit spooked. Cleo takes the opportunity to play a series of naughty tricks on them, but then finds them not believing her when she really needs them! She learns that it isn't nice to play tricks on people.
Episode 27
Leaf of Absence
September 21, 2000
Clifford jumps into a pile of leaves that T-Bone has raked, and when they scatter he has a lesson to learn; Charley finally finds a sport he can't master, “jiggly juggle,” but he decides to work at it anyway.
Episode 28
Nobody's Perfect
September 21, 2000
It's Silly Sports Day at school and everyone is looking forward to seeing Charley master yet another athletic feat, but Charley is having a messy time trying to learn how to "Jiggly Juggle"! Charley wants to throw in the towel, but he learns that you don't have to be the very best at something to enjoy doing it!
Episode 29
Teacher's Pet
September 22, 2000
The dogs go to school for the first time, and T-Bone worries that he won't be able to keep up; the library sponsors an essay contest called “Islander of the Year.” Guess who it is?
Episode 30
Islander of the Year
September 22, 2000
The library sponsors an essay contest for Islander of the Year and the children all submit their ideas. But somehow, as they tell their tales, Clifford keeps turning up – and is ultimately chosen as the winner! The kids learn that sometimes a real hero is the one you least expect.
Episode 31
Clifford's Big Surprise
September 25, 2000
T-Bone's not looking forward to the town celebration because he's afraid of loud noises; nobody will play with Clifford because they're too busy planning a surprise party for him.
Episode 32
The Ears Have It
September 25, 2000
Clifford and Cleo are all excited about the town's upcoming celebration complete with a parade and fireworks! But they notice that T-bone isn't quite is enthusiastic and soon learn that he is scared of the loud noises of all the festivities. T-bone learns that the support of good friends can help you manage feelings of fear.
Episode 33
Tough Enough
September 26, 2000
Thinking that it'll make him more appealing to Sheriff Lewis, T-bone decides to "toughen up." T-bone eventually learns that it's much nicer to be nice than to be tough -- and everyone loves him just the way he is.
Episode 34
Stars in Your Eyes
September 26, 2000
Charley gets a new telescope and offers to bring it to Emily Elizabeth's "space" theme party. When Jetta mentions that the telescope might get damaged at the party, Charley changes his mind. Thinking that his friends won't want him at the party without his telescope, he decides to stay home. In the end, Charley realizes that his friends like him for who he is rather than what he has.
Episode 35
Mac's Secret Dog Club
July 2, 2001
Mac starts an “exclusive” club (he wants to exclude T-Bone); Mr. Bleekman wants to exclude dogs from the park, but he finds that he misses them when they're gone.
Episode 36
The Dog Park
July 2, 2001
It's a beautiful day at the park, the birds are singing, the sun is shining, and the dogs are playing – much to Mr. Bleakman's annoyance! Mr. Bleakman manages to make the park "off limits" to dogs only to discover that he misses them when they're gone.
Episode 37
Fluffed Up Cleo
July 3, 2001
Cleo is voted Fluffiest Dog of Birdwell Island and can't stop bragging about it; Jetta tells Vaz that he's bad at soccer, which prompts him to stop playing.
Episode 38
Team Spirit
July 3, 2001
After Jetta tells Vaz that his poor soccer skills are holding back their team, Vaz tries to sit out the rest of the game. In the end, both Jetta and Vaz learn that being part of a team is more important than winning games.
Episode 39
Clifford on Parade
July 4, 2001
Emily and Charley are having a hard time deciding what kind of float to make for the annual Birdwell Parade. But, with a little help from Clifford, they learn the importance of compromise in making everyone happy.
Episode 40
Follow the Leader
July 4, 2001
Cleo has a hard time giving up her role as "leader" in a game of Follow The Leader, but soon learns that playing with friends is more fun when everyone cooperates and takes turns with one another.
Episode 41
Good-Bye T-Bone
July 5, 2001
Clifford and Cleo think that T-Bone is moving; the dogs are upset with the arrival of cats, but then they learn that different isn't necessarily bad.
Episode 42
The Truth About Cats and Dogs
July 5, 2001
When two cats "move in" to the tree next door to T-bone, the dogs try to everything to get rid of them, but they soon discover that they have no real reason not to like the cats. The dogs learn that, just because individuals are different, it doesn't mean they can't be friends.
Episode 43
The Big Sleepover
July 6, 2001
Clifford misses Emily when she goes on a trip, so his friends try to make up for it; Charley wants to lead a chore-free dog's life.
Episode 44
Dog for a Day
July 6, 2001
Fed up with his 'responsibilities,' Charley decides he would like to lead a dog's life -- no chores, no school, no problems. But a hilarious dream teaches him that he likes being just who he is.
Episode 45
T-Bone, Dog About Town
July 9, 2001
T-Bone falls in love. Meanwhile, Clifford tries to make the perfect Valentine for Emily.
Episode 46
Clifford's Big Heart
July 9, 2001
Clifford works hard to try to make Emily the perfect Valentine to show her how much he loves her. In the end, he learns it's his presence, not presents, that means the most to Emily Elizabeth.
Episode 47
Who Me, Jealous?
July 10, 2001
Cleo is jealous of her owner's sister's dog, Susie. Also: it's role-reversal time: Clifford, Cleo and T-Bone take care of a pet.
Episode 48
A Bunny in a Haystack
July 10, 2001
When Emily brings home the class bunny, Clifford, Cleo and T-bone learn what a big responsibility it is to take care of a pet!
Episode 49
Clothes Don't Make the Dog
July 11, 2001
T-Bone gets a new sweater but learns that “Clothes Don't Make the Dog”; Emily thinks Clifford is neglecting her.
Episode 50
Short-Changed
July 11, 2001
When family friend Skyscraper Jackson comes to visit, Emily worries that Clifford prefers the attentions of a super-tall basketball player to the attentions of a short little girl. But Emily soon learns that love comes in all sizes.
Episode 51
The Kibble Crook
July 12, 2001
T-Bone eats Cleo's new dog food then lies about it; Charley and Emily have an ice-cream party when Charley's father is away.
Episode 52
Screaming for Ice Cream
July 12, 2001
Charley and Emily Elizabeth find themselves up to their elbows in ice cream when Charley takes it upon himself to serve ice cream while his father is at a Doctor's appointment. Charley learns that there are some responsibilities kids should not attempt to shoulder without the help of an adult.
Episode 53
New Dog in Town
July 13, 2001
In a heartwarming flashback story, we learn how Clifford's enormous size frightened T-bone when they met for the first time. T-bone learns that "you can't judge a book by it's cover" – and friends come in all shapes and sizes.
Episode 54
Get Well
July 13, 2001
Emily Elizabeth comes down with a bad cold and Clifford and friends want to help her feel better. Using their imaginations, creativity, and the resources around them, they create a card, collect flowers and fashion a small gift. When they present their offerings to Emily Elizabeth, it is obvious they have succeeded in making her feel cared for and loved. The dogs learn that it's the thought behind a gift that matters most.
Episode 55
Babysitter Blues
July 16, 2001
Mr. Bleakman is ready for a quiet relaxing weekend of oil painting. But a monkey wrench is thrown in the works when he is asked to babysit Clifford for the day. Mr. Bleakman struggles to find a way to keep Clifford out of his way, but soon discovers that the big, red dog has much to teach him about being spontaneous and having fun!
Episode 56
Saturday Morning
July 16, 2001
When T-bone's "special Saturday time" with Sheriff Lewis doesn't turn out the way he expected one week, he goes on a quest to see how others spend their Saturdays. He learns that there are many different ways to spend time with the people you love.
Episode 57
Best Paw Forward
July 17, 2001
Everyone gets to put their hand prints in the cement, but Clifford's is just too big.
Episode 58
Then Came Bob
July 17, 2001
Dr. Dihn's new puppy Bob is proving to be a real menace, and Clifford has been taking the blame.
Episode 59
Friends, Morning, Noon and Night
July 18, 2001
While her house is being painted, Cleo stays with Clifford---and takes over; the dogs try to get grumpy Mr. Bleakman to brighten up, and find that their good deeds make them feel good, too.
Episode 60
Mr. Bleakman's Special Day
July 18, 2001
Mr. Bleakman appears to the dogs to be particularly grumpy one day. At first they are upset with him, but then they overhear Mrs. Howard say that sometimes a grumpy attitude can be changed through acts of kindness. This inspires the dogs to perform a series of "secret good deeds" to see if they can turn Mr. Bleakman's frown into a smile. They are surprised to learn that performing kind acts makes them feel much better too!
Episode 61
Doggie Garden
October 3, 2001
Clifford and the other dogs pitch in with the “Keep Birdwell Island Beautiful” effort by planting a flower garden. Except for Cleo. She wants to plant a dog-toy garden for herself. Then the dogs find the long-buried trunk of the island's discoverer, Captain Birdwell. But Jetta is given credit for the find. Will she tell the truth? Voice of Clifford: John Ritter.
Episode 62
Captain Birdwell's Treasure
October 3, 2001
Clifford and his dog friends find the long-lost trunk of Captain Birdwell, filled with wonderful items brought to the Island by the explorer long ago. But through a misunderstanding, Jetta is given credit for the discovery. She knows that telling the truth is the right thing to do, but she can't resist the promise of a gold medal award. It doesn't take long for her to realize, however, that awards don't give much pleasure when they're not deserved.
Episode 63
Welcome to the Doghouse
October 10, 2001
In a flashback sequence, the Howards arrive on Birdwell Island, and their new neighbors join in welcoming a very big newcomer. Then Jetta breaks a beach date with Emily Elizabeth because she has received a “better offer” from an older girl.
Episode 64
Promises, Promises
October 10, 2001
Jetta and Emily Elizabeth make plans to spend Saturday at the beach together, but Jetta breaks the play date when a "better offer" from an older girl comes along. However, when the older girl calls and cancels on Jetta, Jetta finally understands how Emily Elizabeth must have felt. She now realizes that being a good friend means keeping a promise.
Episode 65
Clifford's Hiccups
October 17, 2001
Clifford gets a really big case of the hiccups and his friends have a big job helping him get rid of them; Jetta throws a movie party, but all she shows are home movies of herself.
Episode 66
It's My Party
October 17, 2001
When Jetta throws a "movie-watching" party, she expects everyone to do things her way – which in this case means watching home-movies of herself. The other kids try their best, but are soon bored and take a vote to go outside and make their own movie with Vaz's movie camera. Jetta is encouraged to join them, but stubbornly refuses. But she soon learns that it's more fun to play when everyone has a voice in deciding what to do together.
Episode 67
Clifford Cleans His Room
October 24, 2001
Clifford cleans out his doghouse but can't throw things away because each item holds a memory. Also, Jetta has a new baby brother, but that means that she no longer gets all the attention.
Episode 68
Baby Makes Four
October 24, 2001
Jetta gets a new baby brother and at first is extremely proud to be a big sister. But when she realizes this means she will now have to share the spotlight with the baby, she goes all out to get back her position as the "center of attention." She eventually learns, however, that being a good "big sister" is far more rewarding than being the "star of the show."
Episode 69
Jetta's Tall Tale
October 31, 2001
Jetta's envious of Emily Elizabeth because everybody loves her pet, Clifford. So she makes up a pet of her own. Then Cleo helps Vaz with his paper route. She likes helping him and she likes the treats she gets as a reward. In fact, she mostly likes the treats.
Episode 70
The Big Fetch
October 31, 2001
Vaz is new at being a paperboy and is struggling with getting the papers onto people's doorsteps. Cleo steps in and discovers that she can earn treats by helping out! She recruits Clifford and T-bone and together they enjoy helping Vaz out – and getting treats. But before long Cleo has forgotten about the "helping out" part and is only concerned with getting treats. Clifford and T-bone help her rediscover that helping for its own sake is its own reward.
Episode 71
Potluck Party Pooper
November 7, 2001
Clifford and Emily Elizabeth try to get Mr. Bleakman (voice of Earl Boen), a notorious party pooper, to attend the Howards' party; Emily Elizabeth writes a poem for her mother's birthday, but Jetta thinks it's not a good gift.
Episode 72
The Best Gift
November 7, 2001
Emily Elizabeth believes she has the perfect gift for her mother's birthday. She plans to spend the entire afternoon with her mother and the reading of a poem written just for her mom. Charley agrees that the gift is perfect, but Jetta has other ideas. Emily Elizabeth agrees to at least try some of Jetta's ideas. But in the end she realizes that the gift she created from her heart really is the best gift.
Episode 73
Two's Company
November 14, 2001
K.C. returns for a visit and Cleo's so excited that she forgets her other friends. Also, rain threatens the back-to-school barbecue and Mac is so disappointed that his friends try to stop the rain.
Episode 74
Fair Weather Friend
November 14, 2001
Mac is particularly disappointed when rainy weather threatens to ruin the upcoming Back-To-School Barbecue held every year at Jetta's house. The other dogs, seeing his disappointment, vow to find a way to stop the rain from falling. It doesn't take long for them to realize that you can't change the weather. But Mac's disappointment is replaced with delight that his friends would go to such lengths to try and help him.
Episode 75
Topsy Turvy Day
November 21, 2001
It's Topsy Turvy Day, so Jetta and Emily “trade” dogs. Then Clifford is told to polish his manners for Mrs. Bleakman's book-club party. Voice of Mrs. Bleakman: Edie McClurg.
Episode 76
Clifford's Charm School
November 21, 2001
Mrs. Bleakman is having a very special party for her book club members and Cleo and Mac convince Clifford that his regular good manners won't be good enough for the event. Clifford believes he is just fine the way he is, but Cleo and Mac insist on teaching him some special "fancy" manners. In the end, Clifford decides to just be himself – and ends up saving the party by providing shade for Mrs. Bleakman's guests.
Episode 77
Forgive and Forget
November 28, 2001
Clifford forgets a play date with Cleo, who accuses him of abusing her friendship; Cleo teases T-bone because he's smitten with a visiting dog named Mimi.
Episode 78
Mimi's Back in Town
November 28, 2001
T-Bone really likes Mimi, the little brown poodle that visits the Island on occasion. T-Bone is very excited to hear she's coming back again! But when Cleo starts teasing him about how much he likes Mimi, T-Bone feels embarrassed and uncomfortable. He finally confronts Cleo about it and Cleo learns that teasing can be anything that makes someone feel uncomfortable.
Episode 79
Blanket Blues
December 5, 2001
Cleo borrows Clifford's favorite blanket and carelessly gets it dirty; the dogs dig for dinosaur bones as part of a friend's college project.
Episode 80
Dino Clifford
December 5, 2001
Vaz's big sister Teresa is home from college and ready to dig for dinosaur bones & fossils on Birdwell Island! Who more perfect to help her dig than Clifford and his dog friends? Everybody has great luck digging up fossils that will complete a dinosaur skeleton that Teresa is piecing together – everybody but T-Bone that is. But by believing in himself, T-Bone ultimately comes up with one of the most important bones needed to complete the job.
