Ever wonder what pets do when we leave for the day? Doubtful they go on a quest in NYC, encountering vipers, bunnies, hawks, and countless other animals. Yet as unrealistic as it sounds that’s why we love movies and kids will be begging you to buy them more pets after seeing this film.

The secret life of pets follows Max, a loving and loyal dog to his owner Katie. In Max’s words they have the perfect relationship, that is until Katie brings home Duke, a large rowdy dog she rescued from the pound. They clash immediately and end up getting lost in the big city trying to find their way back to Katie and develop a friendship along the way.

For adults it will be extremely predictable as we’ve seen this same story done in many other films, but it’s still entertaining and funny even though you’ll know how it’s going to end. Kids will love every minute as it’s a lighter film then some of rival Pixar’s recent releases. The message kids will hopefully walk away with is “Don’t judge a book by its cover”.

If you go to the movies or watch TV on a regular basis, no doubt you have seen the plethora of advertising for “The Secret Life of Pets”. Having seen many trailers and TV spots for this film over the better part of a year there weren’t too many funny parts that I hadn’t already seen. For most movies that’s enough to lose my attention but this is the exception, mainly because I can relate having pets of my own. If you do not have pets or kids this one might not be for you.

ROASTED RIPPER SCORE = B- (7/10 Tail Wags)