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Old Dog, New Tricks is finally making its way to Netflix this October, and if you're someone who loves heartfelt comedies, this Spanish dramedy is just for you.
The Spanish show releases on October 3 and brings together an unexpected fusion of family drama, small-town clashes, and funny pet shop commotion. The show aims to ask one easy question: What happens when an old-fashioned rural area vet is forced into a glamorous new world that feels absolutely nothing like home?
Let's break down every little thing you need to know.
Release date and who’s in the cast of Old Dog, New Tricks
Netflix has confirmed that Old Dog, New Tricks will have its release on October 3, 2025, setting the stage for a charming dramedy. At the middle of it all is Luis Zahera, an actor who is recognized for crime dramas like Wrong Side of the Tracks and Unauthorized Living.
This time, however, Zahera is stepping into a lighter and heartfelt domain, playing Antón, a country vet who suddenly finds his world turned completely upside down.
Along with him, Lucía Caraballo plays the role of Uxía, Antón's lively niece who manages a luxury pet outlet. Her cheerful, city-smart energy continuously clashes with her uncle's more conventional and customary ways, creating the perfect recipe for comedy.
Rounding out the cast are Carmen Ruiz, known for her role in Love in Difficult Times, and Antonio Durán "Morris," who you might recognize from Cocaine Coast.
Behind the camera, the creative team is just as awesome. The show is produced by Alea Media, with executive producers Aitor Gabilondo and Jota Aceytuno leading the project.
The direction comes from Alberto de Toro and Víctor García Leon, with the script co-written by León along with Ana Boyero, Araceli Álvarez de Sotomayor, Germán Aparicio, and Dani Castro.
Filmed entirely in Galicia, the series captures both the natural countryside and the energetic energy of Santiago de Compostela, combining tradition with modern storytelling in a way that mirrors Antón's own journey.
Where you can stream Old Dog, New Tricks
For those curious about where to watch, the answer is easy: Old Dog, New Tricks will be streaming only on Netflix starting October 3. Netflix subscribers worldwide will be able to get on board with Antón's story without delay.
Netflix has been slowly growing its list of international shows, and this series fits neatly into that expansion. By placing the story in Galicia, the show takes a look at a region that has rarely been seen on television, giving it a strong sense of place.
The small-town settings that have been filmed in Dioño, Pontemaceira, Teo, and several other villages also create a lived-in feel for the show.
Executive producer Jota Aceytuno explained the spark behind the show by telling the press:
"The starting point of Old Dog, New Tricks comes from a reflection. If an alien observed us from the sky, they would see millions of humans walking their pets, picking up their poop, taking them to the hairdresser, buying them toys, and giving them their lives. What would the alien think then? Who really are the pets?"
What the show is really about
Old Dog, New Tricks is about change and, most importantly, just how uncomfortable it can be when life forces it on you. Antón's story begins with him as a rural vet who has spent years treating farm animals, but with his neighbors struggling economically, he suddenly finds himself without any of his regular clients.
Left with little to no choice, he takes a job at his niece's pet shop, a place crowded with shiny packaging, fussy owners, and tiny animals with oddly complex wants and needs.
From treating cows in muddy small-town fields to handling hamster check-ups in a trendy shop, Antón is thrown into a world that feels completely alien and, most importantly, not him.
Old Dog, New Tricks leans into the generational gap and conflict between him and his niece Uxía, showing how tradition and modernity and stylishness often butt heads but can also round off each other in ways that are truly unexpected.
The show promises humor but not of the regular kind. You could think of guinea pigs with dyslexia and complex pet grooming sessions but it also brings with it a deeper emotional thread.
Antón's journey is about more than just adjusting to a new job. It's about grace, heart, perseverance, and learning to bend without breaking. And with it having plenty of animals, family dynamics, and lighthearted absurdity, Old Dog, New Tricks is on its way to be a rare dramedy that balances both heart and hilarity.
Old Dog, New Tricks releases on Netflix on October 3, and it's on its way to be one of the most refreshing new Spanish series of the season. With Luis Zahera leading the cast and a solid creative team, the show brings a unique mix of comedy, family stress, and heartfelt storytelling.
For viewers who love character-driven stories that come along with plenty of laughs and maybe a few adorable animals, this series is one to put at the very top of your watchlist.
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