If you are writing an essay or a creative piece on this episode, consider focusing on:

: True to the show’s surrealist style, the training becomes less about the dog’s behavior and more about the psychological power dynamic between Ryan and Wilfred. Writing & Creative Themes

: Ryan meets a beautiful woman and, in an attempt to win her over, claims he is serious about Wilfred’s "training".

: Ryan performs "responsibility" for a woman, while Wilfred performs "obedience" only when it suits his agenda.

: Features the core chemistry between Elijah Wood (Ryan) and Jason Gann (Wilfred).