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8 Episodes 2017 - 2017
In Season 1 of "Downward Dog," as Nan (Allison Tolman) begins to succeed in the workplace thanks to inspiration from her dog Martin (played by a rescue dog named Ned, who's voiced by the show's creator Samm Hodges), Martin struggles to cope with the separation from his increasingly absent owner. As Martin evaluates their changing circumstances, Nan reconsiders her relationships both at work with her boss Kevin (Barry Rothbart) and at home with boyfriend Jason (Lucas Neff). With so many new experiences coming his way, Martin starts to question his loyalty to Nan and yearn for a taste of freedom.
Episode 1
Wed, May 17, 2017 29 mins
In the series premiere, a lonely dog tries to understand 21st century relationships.
Episode 2
Tue, May 23, 2017 30 mins
Nan installs an automatic dog door so she can take away Jason's key while still keeping him as Martin's dog walker, but it causes Martin to think he can open doors with his mind. Elsewhere: Nan's boss is uncertain about a new ad campaign that Nan pitched to the corporate bosses.
Episode 3
Tue, May 30, 2017 30 mins
Nan takes Martin to work to keep Kevin at bay after she gets frustrated with him due to his interference in her ad campaign development, however Martin takes a liking to Kevin.
Episode 4
Tue, Jun 6, 2017 30 mins
Nan tries to get a date with an attractive dog owner, but Martin faces a self-confidence crisis after interacting with his well-trained dog.
Episode 5
Tue, Jun 13, 2017 30 mins
Nan visits New York with Jenn and Kevin for a big marketing meeting, leaving Jason to watch Martin at home, but Martin uses it as a chance to go on a trash-eating bender.
Episode 6
Tue, Jun 20, 2017 30 mins
Martin has a birthday, but wants to nap in celebration, but Jenn visits with her new puppy and the two end up staying for a few days. Also: Jenn and Nan have a night out in order to forget about their respective relationship dramas.
Episode 7
Tue, Jun 27, 2017 29 mins
An algorithm impacts Nan's campaign hours away from its launch and threatens to torpedo the whole campaign. Elsewhere: Martin tries to take out his sworn enemy, Pepper, but sees unexpected results.
Episode 8
Tue, Jun 27, 2017 30 mins
In the season finale, Nan goes on a vacation and visits her estranged father's place in the country, only to discover he's selling the family home. Later: Dad takes Martin for a walk, but Martin runs off into the woods, hoping to prove he's wild and free like a wolf.