Old Yeller Old Yeller Old Yeller is a 1956 children's novel written by Fred Gipson and illustrated by Carl Burger. It received a Newbery Honor in 1957. The title is taken from the name of the yellow dog who is the center of the book's story. In 1957, Walt Disney released a film adaptation starring Tommy Kirk, Fess Parker, Dorothy McGuire, Kevin Corcoran, Jeff York, and Beverly Washburn. In the late 1860s in Texas, young Travis Coates has been left to take care of his family ranch with his mother and younger brother, Arliss, while his father goes off on a cattle
A Pig-Boy and His Dog a SPECIAL goodnight to those of you just tuning in for Home Improvement!" Taking a shot at the show being canceled. A Pig-Boy and His Dog "A Pig-Boy and His Dog" is the 13th episode of "The Critic". This was the final episode to air on ABC (the series later transferred to FOX). After seeing a cynical reproduction of Pinocchio, Jay finds a puppy in the streets whom he takes home and names "Tiny". Meanwhile, Jay's mother, Elanor, is worrying her life has gone to waste. After very futile attempts, Jay says she should write a book. She does, and