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When I watched this show I was very little. Its pretty good with fun animation, interesting characters, and creative stories. I probably wouldn't watch it now, but this show is great for kids.

This is one of the greatest shows ever that has sadly fallen into obscurity. It's so charming, cute, and calming.

The show centers around the titular Kipper the Dog and the adventures in his life. They range from being small things like setting up his inflatable pool to large-scale adventures like flying to the moon on a magic carpet (it makes sense in context). Along with Kipper, his friends include another dog named Tiger, a rather dumb pig named Pig, Pig's young cousin Arnold, a large but gentle dog named Jake, and quite a few other characters. The voice actors do a wonderful job giving each of them distinct personalities.

The art style captures the books to a tee. And the animation is nice and...I wouldn't say 'slow' as that implies negativity, but the way the characters move is often so calm, a great break from the rather hectic world we occupy. The music is also really great. It's always got this soothing tone to it.

I don't get why it's not as appreciated as it should be. It's a great show for not just kids, but parents too. It's wonderful for when you've had a busy day and need something to easy your stress and brighten your spirits. It's like getting a bedtime story told to you in animation.

I can't go beyond ten stars, so I must stick with ten.

I adored this show as a kid, I just found it so charming and well-done. The animation is great, simple yes but also very effective. I loved the music as well, the theme song was catchy and memorable. The stories were simple and educational, the writing is funny and intelligent and the characters are really endearing. I like how Kipper is responsible and resourceful yet cool as well, and I love Tiger's boastful attitude. My favourite though is Arnold, he is just so sweet and adorable. And I liked the voice acting, Martin Clunes is brilliant here as Kipper, seeing as he is a great actor who has given a number of strong performances,lead or supporting (ie. the ITV adaptation of Goodbye Mr Chips), why shouldn't he do a voice here? Overall, this was a great show, perfect for kids and adults. 10/10 Bethany Cox

This is one of my favorite cartoons ever. It's just funny how Kipper is so much like an adult and a young child at the same time. He is responsible, and imaginative. His friends are cool too. Arnold, Pig's little brother is great. I wonder if that's an homage to Green Acres..?

Having watched everything made for children in the last few years because of my young daughter, I have to say that this is the best children's series ever made.

Kipper the Dog and his best friend Tiger have all sorts of adventures. Contains all the characters we come across in our lives. Kipper the completely affable dog has lots of friends, Tiger boastful but when it comes down to it is a complete 'scaredy cat', don't we all know one of these?! Totally under-rated and under-marketed, these Mick Inkpen stories are classics and will entertain for generations if only they would be released on DVD.

Deserves prime time children's TV slot for eternity! Well done Mick Inkpen and the team...

This is probably one of my favourite shows ever (animated or live-action) and has been throughout my childhood. I could honestly gush on about early childhood favourites like this, Little Bear, Franklin, Maisy, etc, but back to Kipper. The theme song and score are very catchy and memorable, the animation appears to be painted (staying true to the style of the books), the stories are simple but intelligent and all the characters are very endearing. I love how Kipper is responsible and resourceful but also playful and imaginative, and I enjoy the rather boastful attitudes of Tiger and Pig. But my personal favourite of all has got to be Arnold, he's just so adorable. My personal favourite episodes are Arnold's Balloon Trip and The Visitor. I adore this show!

I grew up watching this and looking back it brings so many memories of a simpler time. It reminds me of Winnie the Pooh in how the characters go on a small adventure and usually learn something at the end. Kipper and his friends are likable to watch. The animation's minimalistic but still grabs your attention in its simplicity. The stories are simple and easy to follow. There's a balance between comedy and drama usually with a life lesson at the end. If you have little kids they'll definitely enjoy this and you might too. Take it for what it's worth and see for yourself.

I remember watching this show when i was about 2 I definitely rate this 10/10.Kipper is a very cute dog and the animation is amazing.

Growing up, I was never much into kid's shows. My family has always been heavily into sports, and being one of the younger members of the family, I spent a majority of the late 90s - early 2000s watching college sports with my family, then watching nothing but ESPN during the week. However, occasionally I would feel like watching something non-sports centered. My mom stumbled upon some Kipper VHSs from a friend who had a kid a couple years older than me, and I immediately fell in love with it.

The calming, gentle voices were perfect. The animation is subtle, minimal and just what is needed for a kids show. There weren't bright and abrasive colors, loud and shocking sounds, nor any way too over the top childish behavior from the main characters. Kipper is the perfect children's show for all kids. It teaches valuable lessons, gives heart warming moments, and it is all presented without over stimulation. Kipper the Dog is a perfect television show that I will cherish even 20 years after watching it. I can't wait for the day to be able to watch Kipper with my own kids one day and remember all the happy Saturday mornings watching this as a kid.

As A Kid I Would Always Watch this on my DVD's and VHS's. The Episode that makes me cry every time is "The Little Ghost" partictuly near the end, it always had me crying. Typing this also has me in tears, it's just as emotional today as it was when I was a toddler. The Episode that made me laugh the most was "Tiger's Sled" It's Unironically funny with their Screams.

Kipper is a show that teaches you values and shows you how to have fun it teaches you to be Patient

Unlike most of the reviewers here, I never saw this as a child. I only came across the series on PBS when I was taking care of my nieces & nephews. They loved it, and I loved it too. Although I'm a cheapskate, it even got me to search out and purchase some Kipper videos for us all to watch.

The amazing thing is that, being an American, I didn't know then who Martin Clunes was. I later grew to love him from Doc Martin and then all the other things he had done and has done. At some point, it registered on me that he was Kipper! Just goes to show Martin Clunes can do anything!

I feel grateful that I grew up watching this, because it is one of the best kids shows I've ever seen. It's really cute, heartwarming, funny, and for some reason, cozy and warm. (I don't know how to explain it; it's just really cozy and calm)

If you have never heard of this show (which there's probably a good chance you haven't; it's not very common) think of Pocoyo if it had animals and wasn't tailored specifically for very little kids.

The main character is a British dog named Kipper who goes on adventures with some of his friends in the wild, his house most of the time, the beach, and more. The reason I rated it so high is because it's a very cute and cozy little show that has some genuinely good messages, and somehow, gut-wrenching scenes. Most of the episodes take place in Kippers house and surrounding areas as he discovers random things and conflicts. Going back to what I said earlier, this show is really calm and cozy for some reason. The blank background, British voice acting, calm art style, and small areas make it feel really special and calm. Unlike most kids shows nowadays that are always loud and filled to the brim with annoying and overstimulating noises, this one is very calm and cozy and a delight to watch.

If you're still confused, this is a good show to watch on a rainy day, and an even better show for your children as they can actually learn really good messages. 10/10 :)