while i do not mind the original the shaggy dog ( 1959 ) and i think this sequel be not too good . i find it way too silly and absurd and and not realistic . by that and i be not talk about the premise and a man transform into a dog . that i can accept a be within the confines of the movie . what i find unrealistic be how most of the character act and or react . too say there be some overact go on would be a massive understatement . i also do not find the character endear . i do however find them annoy . and the acting in general be unimpressive . and i find the end abrupt with no real resolution . i would say this would be a good family movie and a family comprise of only 3 year old . maybe they run out of money or time . whatever . this film have none of the fun or charm of the original . for me and the shaggy d. a. be a weak negative .