Pretzel and the Puppies is exactly what it promises: a gentle, colorful preschool show that teaches problem-solving and kindness without being preachy or annoying. It's not going to blow anyone's mind with innovation, but it does its job well.
The real win here is that it models good parenting—the adult dogs actually let their kids struggle and figure things out rather than swooping in to fix everything. That's rare enough to be worth noting.
If you've got a 3-5 year old and Apple TV+, this is a solid addition to the rotation. It won't make you want to claw your eyes out during the inevitable repeat viewings, and your kid might actually learn something about working through challenges. That's a win in the preschool TV landscape.



