Fred, the Basset Hound in Smokey and the Bandit
Fred, the Basset Hound was Snowman’s pet. His partner was truck driver Cledus “Snowman” Snow. Fred was picked by Burt Reynolds. The movie centers on truck drivers Bo “Bandit” Darville and Cletus “Snowman” Snow with his dog Fred. They transport Coors beer from Texas to Georgia.
Jerry Reed in Smokey and the Bandit
Jerry Reed wrote the screenplay intending to play Bandit. Burt Reynolds wanted the part and Reed was cast as Snowman. The film has car chases, stunts, and chemistry between characters. This includes Snowman’s interactions with his loyal dog Fred. Their partnership shows the movie’s themes of friendship and loyalty.
The Snowdog in The Snowman and The Snowdog
The Snowdog known as Socks is the dog in the sequel to The Snowman. Billy creates the Snowdog from leftover snow after building the Snowman. He uses gloves, socks, coal, and an orange for the nose. At midnight, the Snowdog comes to life with the Snowman.
Raymond Briggs wrote The Snowman and endorsed the sequel The Snowman and Snowdog. It has hand-drawn images. The story is set in the same house but years later.