This film was meant to be the pilot episode for the TV series of the same name. However, poor viewing figures and lack of interest meant Disney never made the series. It never even revived.
Disney changed its demographics so it appealed more to boys by redesigning the Fluppies and adding the futuristic "dimension hopping" idea which did not exist in previous incarnations.
The Fluppy Dogs debuted earlier as plush dolls made by "Kenner". Several other merchandise, including books and annuals were also released. There were six dogs instead of five, and all of them had different names and personalities to the film. These are:
- Shy Flup (peach)
- Brave Flup (blue, he later became Stanley)
- Silly Flup (yellow)
- Cuddle Flup (purple, red in some incarnations)
- Cool Flup (green)
- Fanci Flup (pink, purple in some incarnations. She later became Tippi)
CARTOON, AIRPLANE - PROP PLANE PASS BY FAST: Heard just before Wagstaff's limo pulls up to the pound.