SpongeBob SquarePants

When SpongeBob neglects to feed him, Gary decides to run away from his home. He soon ends up with a new owner who looks after him more attentively, and treats him kindly, providing the care and food he was missing.

is an episode‑style programme that forms part of the broader SpongeBob universe. It is presented as a self‑contained story, focusing on one of the series’ most recognisable side‑characters. The title hints at the central mystery that drives the short’s narrative. In this installment, the pet snail Gary decides to abandon his home after his owner, SpongeBob, forgets to give him his usual feeding. Feeling overlooked, Gary slips away from the pineapple house and sets off on his own. During his wanderings, Gary encounters a new caretaker who immediately shows him a higher level of attention. This new owner looks after the snail more diligently, providing the care that had been missing from his previous routine. The episode ends with a clear contrast between the neglect that prompted Gary’s departure and the attentive treatment he receives from his new guardian. The story highlights how a simple lapse in routine can lead to unexpected change, and it resolves with Gary finding a more nurturing environment.