| Spanky | |
|---|---|
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| Gender | Male |
| Animal | Parakeet (reality) Bald eagle (U.S.A. national bird) (fantasy) |
| Family | D.W. Read (owner) (formerly) |
| Cartoon debut | "So Long, Spanky" |
Spanky was D.W.'s pet parakeet who passed away in the episode "So Long, Spanky." This was his first and only appearance in the series.
It is unknown what had caused Spanky’s passing, although it may have been purely coincidental, as some species of parakeet have been known for short lifespans of 5-8 years. Alternatively, it may have been due to poor care, as he lived in a much smaller cage than a real parakeet would need, with none of the necessary enrichments.
Before he passed away, Spanky was shown not to like Arthur for unknown reasons. Arthur only liked him when his beak was closed. At Spanky's funeral, Arthur admitted that he was going to miss him, and his parents said that they would never forget his songs or the time he got loose in the kitchen and didn't eat any seeds.
Spanky was mentioned in "Sick as a Dog."
Spanky is also shown in D.W.'s imagination as a bald eagle in "I'd Rather Read It Myself." In the episode, Spanky, as a bald eagle, stops evil Arthur and Bust-trantor from killing B.W., though at the cost of his life, as it turned out he sacrificed himself to save her, much to her sadness. A funeral was later held in D.C. for Spanky by B.W. and the President of the United States, with a statue also being built and erected in his honor. The President, in sadness, admitted that Spanky was the "bravest bird."
He was mentioned by Arthur in "Listen Up!" when he gives Francine a card from D.W.
Appearance[]
Spanky was a parakeet that was light blue on top and dark blue on the lower part of his body, and his beak and feet were yellow.
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