Shiloh

An abused beagle escapes Judd Travers and crosses paths with Marty Preston, who names him Shiloh. Marty forms an immediate bond with the frightened dog and resolves to help him, even though Shiloh does not belong to their family. This chance meeting sets the stage for a tense, hopeful alliance between boy and dog.

Concerned about his father's stance, Marty hides Shiloh in a shed behind his house to keep the dog safe. He knows Ray Preston will not permit them to keep a stray dog. The concealment marks the start of Marty’s quiet vigil over Shiloh.

Marty's mother Louise comes up the hill and notices the growing bond between Marty and Shiloh. She realizes the dog has found a temporary home in their lives and that their secret could be exposed. Her discovery motivates the family to confront the situation soon.

A violent German Shepherd belonging to the Baker family savages Shiloh, proving the danger the dog faces. Marty is forced to call on Ray for help. The attack escalates the urgency of deciding Shiloh’s fate.

Ray and Marty rush Shiloh to their friend Dr. Wallace to receive medical attention. The doctor evaluates the injuries and provides care for the recovering dog. The episode deepens Marty and Ray's concern for Shiloh's safety.

Marty pleads with Ray to keep Shiloh, arguing against Judd Travers’s ongoing abuse of the dog. Ray initially agrees to take Shiloh in and protect him. The decision shows Ray's growing sympathy for the animal and a shift in their household dynamic.

That night, while Marty pretends to sleep, Ray gives Shiloh a treat, signaling his heart is softening toward the dog. This quiet moment foreshadows a possible change in how the family treats Shiloh. It marks a turning point in the relationship between Ray and the dog.

Marty confronts Judd Travers, threatening to report him for deer hunting out of season unless he sells Shiloh. Judd offers a cruel deal: twenty hours of Marty’s labor on his house in exchange for the dog. The confrontation exposes the stakes of Shiloh’s fate.

After Marty completes the work, Judd refuses to honor the deal, claiming there were no witnesses. Marty declares he will not give Shiloh back and vows to keep him. The standoff deepens the conflict between boy, dog, and owner.

Judd returns to forcibly take Shiloh, prompting a confrontation in which Ray arrives to help. The two men fight, and Judd ultimately escapes with Shiloh in his truck. Even as he drives away, Judd begins to reconsider his actions.

As the truck pulls away, Judd ultimately releases Shiloh, and the dog runs into Marty's arms. The moment resolves the immediate danger and confirms Shiloh has found a safe home. Marty’s determination, reinforced by Ray's support, wins the day for the dog.