NEW DELHI: It is said that a dog is man’s best friend. But this is one canine who is the best friend of a mouse!He has always been known as Mickey Mouse’s sidekick, but is loved for his loyalty. And today is Pluto’s birthday!
It is not known what Mickey has planned for his best croney’s birthday, but here are some facts that few know about this lovable pet known for his antics that are enough to make anyone laugh.
He first appeared in the Chain Gang along with Mickey Mouse but it was in ‘Moose Hunt’ that Pluto became himself and has since been known as Mickey’s best pal and his dog. Pluto was initially a minor character before he was given his own standalone – Playful Pluto. The only thing ever said by Pluto is Kiss me and for that, he has a cute girlfriend, Fifi.
While Pluto doesn’t talk he does have distinctive sounds and there are voice actors needed to voice him. The original voice of Pluto was Pinto Colvig; followed by Lee Miller Sr, Clarence Nash and James MacDonald. The current ‘voice’ of Pluto is Bill Farmer.
Pluto acts as Mickey’s sidekick, conscience in some occasions, adorable pet and more importantly, his best friend. He is extremely loyal. Pluto is also famous for his powerful sense of smell and according to Mickey, Pluto can find anything and anybody with his nose.
He is often paired with Mickey, Minnie, Donald or Chip and Dale. However, he is not too fond of cats and his frequent feline co-star is Minnie’s cat Figaro. While intelligent enough, Pluto can be a bit clumsy and has a childlike persona.
Disney received an Academy Award for the Best Cartoon for Pluto’s Bone Trouble. So while Pluto may be the smallest planet in the universe, our Pluto is a much more than that to us!
