‘Paw Patrol’ Hid Its Darkest Theory in Plain Sight: Rubble & Everest Deserved Better

At first glance, Paw Patrol seems like just another colorful cartoon about adorable puppies saving the day. But beneath the surface, it's a show with a lot of episodes and topics that even adults will appreciate. Furthermore, there are some dark theories that completely flip this family-friendly show on its head.

According to the theory, Everest and Rubble were actually Mayor Humdinger’s pets that he abandoned a long time ago.

Everest and Rubble’s Past: Dark ‘Paw Patrol’ Theory

If you've been watching Paw Patrol with your kids (or just by yourself), you might've noticed something interesting about Rubble and Everest's backstories.

In “Pups Get a Rubble,” we learn that Rubble was actually a stray pup when Ryder found him. Then there's Everest, the mountain rescue pup who was somehow surviving by herself at the South Pole until Jake met her in “The New Pup” episode.

Who would leave these adorable puppies to fend for themselves? Most adults in Adventure Bay are pretty decent folks. What if Mayor Humdinger, the cat-loving troublemaker, was actually their original owner?

This could explain Humdinger's ongoing rivalry with the Paw Patrol. Perhaps seeing his former pets thriving under Ryder's care fills him with jealousy and regret.

What Do ‘Paw Patrol’ Fans Think About Rubble & Everest Theory?

But don't just take our word for it! Here's what fans had to say:

“He doesn't actually have cats the first few times you see him so maybe he tried using dogs at first but didn't get on with them hence why he abandoned them and later had cats,” Redditor Calluhad wrote.

“This [theory] makes more sense than most episodes of PAW Patrol,” Redditor PapaSmurphy said.

Where Can I Watch ‘Paw Patrol’?

Paw Patrol is available on Philo, Paramount+, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV.