Archie Hubbs

"Smelling someone's tush is basically the standard handshake for most dogs. Humans...not so much."

— A random comment when meeting Archie on a walk, Nintendogs

Archie Hubbs (Japanese: 犬飼ヒトシ Inukai Hitoshi, Archie Hubbs) is a man with a beard who wears a black beanie. He appears in both Nintendogs and Nintendogs + Cats.

Pets Owned[]

Spot the Shiba Inu
Alaska the Siberian Husky
Unnamed Chihuahua
Four unnamed dogs
A duck with the same name as the player's dog

Appearances[]

In Nintendogs[]

Archie runs and commentates contests with Ted Rumsworth. During contests, he usually makes witty jokes, only to have Ted take them seriously and continue with the show. He is at the Archie Level as a trainer.

He can be found on walks around the Neighborhood and may occasionally bring his dog Spot the Shiba Inu to the park. He might mention the player's contest results or useful advice for beginners. Occasionally, Archie may also talk about how he built a Japanese tea room just for Spot. He is sometimes referenced by other neighbors, who say he once ate dog food.

Hubbs is also a really bad songwriter, as said by Ted. His four secret records (which demonstrate the quality of his music) can usually be found on walks:

In Nintendogs + Cats[]

Archie no longer commentates but instead manages the Mountains BARC shop (which only opens at night and on rainy days) and makes a cameo on the back of the Dog & Cat Record. His appearance seems to have changed a bit, since he now has lighter skin and a more shaven face.

His Shiba Inu, Spot, can be seen in contests.

Quotes[]

Nintendogs[]

In Competitions[]

Agility Trial

"I don't know about you, but I can't wait to see the standings, Ted!"
"I have to say, I'm impressed! That pup can MOVE, Ted!"
"No pain, no grain, as my old grandmother used to say, Ted."
"Really, just a great effort on [Trainer]'s part, Ted."
"The dog and trainer were definitely on the same wavelength that time, no doubt about it, Ted!"
"To get to the [Class], a dog will need to keep its faults to about [Number] points. Got to keep it clean, Ted!"
"Young [Dog Name] really worked hard that time, folks!"

Disc Competition

"[Trainer Name] just hasn’t gelled with [Dog Name] yet, Ted."
"And it’s straight, too! That’s a throw for the ages, Ted!"
"And look at that puppy move! It’s like a little RV out there!"
"I tell you, it’s on cloud nine, Ted. And so am I!"
"I'll tell you, Ted. The competition can be fierce out there. It's nothing compared to duck shows, though. My pet duck--" (This quote was interrupted by Ted)
"I’ll tell you, Ted, [Dog Name] really is the spitting image of me when I was younger. Is that weird or what?"
"Look at it fly, Ted! Look at it!"
"Look at the tail droop! [Dog Name] is BUMMED, Ted!"
"Look out in the stands! That thing’s gonna go into orbit, Ted!"
"Looks like he/she hasn't gelled with the trainer yet..."
"Looks like it’s waiting for the mother ship to pick it up, Ted!"
"Nice, [Dog Name]!"
"Not a bad throw at all, Ted!"
"Slow is good, Ted!"
"That was huge, Ted. A huge miss." (incorrectly shows Ted's face)
"This should be interesting, Ted!"
"We can expect a high score from this throw, Ted!"
"We have liftoff, Ted!"
"Wow! Is that dog a cyborg or what?"
"You can’t throw past a pup’s range, Ted!"

Obedience Trial

"[Dog Name] earned it. He/She sure looks beat! I mean, tired!"
"[Dog Name] has been staring at me for some time now. I think he/she likes me, Ted, I really do!"
"[Dog Name]'s standing firm, Ted!"
"Always a crowd favorite."
"Are you sure it's not that amazing tail the [Dog Breed] received high marks for? I mean, LOOK at it, Ted!"
"Aw, time's almost up. This is a darn shame, Ted!"
"Boy, I had to sit in front of three judges once, and it was rough! Funny story, actually..."
"Did I ever tell you that for some reason my husky always smells like a sauna? It's weird, Ted. Weird."
"Excellent stuff, Ted!"
"Fantastic pose!"
"He/She's completely absorbed in something else!"
"He/She's just too jumpy, Ted!"
"He/She's one of the most patient border collies I've ever seen, Ted. Just amazing!" (Ted then comments that the player's dog is not a border collie)
"I swear, [Dog Name] really seems to be fascinated by me. Think it's my charisma, Ted?"
"I think I've figured it out, Ted. [Dog Name] looks just like this old lady in my neighborhood! Spitting image!"
"I've got goose bumps, Ted!"
"I've got to say, it's obvious he/she's completely absorbed in something else!"
"I've never seen a Canadian Retriever full of mischief!" (Ted then comments that the player's dog is not a Canadian Retriever)
"Is it just me, or does [Dog Name] just not seem to understand?"
"It’s nothing new to me, Ted. My husky doesn’t listen to a word I say unless I’m holding food."
"Looks like [Dog Name] can't get enough of me, Ted!"
"Looks like this dog could use a little more obedience training, am I right, Ted?"
"My mind just got blown, Ted!"
"Nah. I think they just liked what they saw. I know I did, Ted!"
"Now THAT is a nice tail, don't you think, Ted?"
"Sharp dog, Ted!"
"Someone's fidgety!"
"That is a well-trained English Bulldog." (Ted then comments that the player's dog is not an English Bulldog)
"That must be a mistake..."
"This dog is clearly attached to his/her owner, Ted."
"This is a dog that has been through some SERIOUS training!"
"Unfortunately, that's not what we're looking for..."
"Well done, [Dog Name]!"
"What a great expression on his/her face. I'm smitten, Ted!"
"What an adorable face... you can tell he/she still has wolf blood running through him/her."

Introduction & Results

"Always a pleasure working with you, Ted. Keep wagging, folks!"
"Aw, I'm blushing, Ted! You're quite the entertainer yourself!"
"But Ted, do you even think [Dog Name] even has a cha--" (This quote was interrupted by Ted)
"Do you ever wonder what's going through a dog's mind after it wins, Ted? I think I can sum it up in one word: treats, and lots of 'em!"
"Gosh, I'm at a loss, Ted. I've got to admit, I've been completely hypnotized by that puppy's ears. They're a work of art!"
"Hey, I'm not doing any tricks unless I get a treat and a head-scratch! Ha ha ha!"
"How do you suppose [Dog Name] would do against a ferret? Not a ratty one, but a show-class ferret? ...Ted?"
"I feel like I'm in the presence of royalty, Ted. That tail is probably the most amaz ---" (This quote was interrupted by Ted)
"I smell the start of a great dynasty here, Ted! All kneel before the glorious [Dog Name] regime!" (Championship only)
"I think we've awakened a sleeping giant, Ted. A sleeping, giant puppy." (Master Class only)
"I'd say that pup's the poster child for a dog that looks like its master, Ted. Uncanny!"
"I'm sad to say no, Ted. I was hoping to see a dog with a much pinker nose, to be honest."
"I'm surprised, Ted! A tail that nice has GOT to be illegal."
"I've never seen a Bernese mountain dog climb so high! Metaphorically, of course." (Ted then corrects Archie that the dog is not a Bernese mountain dog but is actually the breed the player chose.)
"It had to be the sweet scent of shampoo wafting off that pup's coat. Was that hibiscus medley?"
"It might be a good idea to read through a training book. There's always a lesson or two you can pick up. Am I right, Ted?"
"It takes a real competitor to win at that level, Ted. [Dog Name] had better come prepared for a real dogfight!"
"It was a little too soon for [Dog Name] to enter this class, don't you think, Ted?"
"It's amazing, Ted! I'm getting a little misty here!"
"Just remember, [Dog Name], winning isn’t everything. There’s always plenty of sniffing to do!"
"No pain, no grain, as my dear old mother used to say, Ted."
"SO! This is truly amazing, folks!" (Master class, when a dog wins first place)
"Ted, if I had a tail, it'd be wagging a mile a minute!"
"Thanks Ted, and a great hello to those out there watching! Ready for this place to go to the dogs?"
"That dog reminds me a little bit of me in my salad days. Talk about vim and vigour!"
"The sky's limit, Ted!" (When Ted asks how long a dog will go on a Championship victory streak.)
"Uh, great dog. You know, I really need to practice my autograph. My fans--" (This quote was interrupted by Ted)
"Very cute in the face, Ted. Those puppy-dog eyes just kill me!"
"We have a new champion, Ted!"
"We'll just have to wait and find out, Ted. But I HATE waiting!"
"Well, a big BOW-WOW to that, TED! HA HA HA!"
"Well, his/her nose looks quite moist, Ted, so I'd say she's/he's very healthy."
"Well, it's interesting, Ted, because he's/she's got the same name as my pet duck, and I just can't seem to tame that thing!"
"Well, Ted, I've got to say, that is one sharp shar-pei!" (Ted then comments that the dog is not a shar pei.)
"Well, Ted, If I were his/her trainer, I would have brought along some chew toys or something. He/She looks nervous to me."
"Well, that pup's coat was definitely was the shiniest, Ted. Which begs the question: can I use dog shampoo, or will it make me bald?"
"What do you think goes through a dog's head when it wins a contest? I think I can sum it up in one word-- treats, and lots of 'em!"
"Wow! Now THAT was quite a show, Ted. Talk about exhilarating! I'm breathless!"
"Wow, that is one friendly dog! I just received a thorough face licking, Ted!"
"You know, I have seven dogs, and not one of them could hold a candle to this pup, Ted."
"You're just competing against yourself now, [Dog Name], which means that even if you win, you still lose!" (Championship only)

On Walks[]

Walks

"Didn't this dog place [rank] in [contest]? I was totally there!"
"Didn't this dog place [rank] in [contest]? Wow, what an honor!"
"Didn't this dog place [rank] in [contest]? Yeah, I remember that!"
"I can't whistle, but I hear that dogs get really happy when you whistle at them. Curse these stupid lips!"
"I remodeled my house into a lovely Japanese tearoom just for Spot. I love cicadas in summer..."
"I remodeled my house into a peaceful Japanese tea room just for Spot. I love cicadas in summer..."
"If there's anything about raising a dog that you don't understand, read the dog care books in your supplies."
"If you get lazy in caring for your dog, your dog won't be very happy with you. Be sure to spend lots of time with it!"
"If your dog runs away, don't be mad at it. Be nice and give it lots of love when it comes back home, OK?"
"Lately, a cat in my neighborhood has been coming into my house to mark its territory... Ugh."
"Smelling someone's tush is basically the standard handshake for most dogs. Humans...not so much."
"This dog took first place in the [rank] of the [contest], didn't it? Wow, what an honor!" ^(US)
"This is [dog name], the [number]-time [contest] champion, right? Awesome! AWESOME!"
"Your dog has that distinct scent of a dog in the wild. Mmmm... feral dog."

On Trading Cards[]

Trading Cards
"Correct me if I'm wrong, Ted, but aren't male Shibas called Hebas?" ^{Series 1} "Just to clarify for you kids out there, Toy Poodles are NOT toys. Boy, I learned THAT the hard way, Ted." ^{Series 1}

Trivia[]

Archie is one of the only two recurring characters in the franchise, the other being his business partner Ted Rumsworth.