A British children's television cartoon created by Hilary Hayton, creator of Crystal Tipps and Alistair. The show was narrated and scripted by Victoria Wood. The series was originally broadcast in 1989 in Canada on the Knowledge Network before finally airing in its country of origin on 17 September 1992. The cartoon revolves around Rosie, a sensible but cheerful dog who is teaching her friend Ruff, a rather naughty dog, lessons and morals. During the beginning of each episode Rosie reports the news and at the end of each episode there is a song about what is learned during the episode.