Absolutely wonderful attention to background detail in this short, from the natural setting to the gopher's accommodation. The brick backyard bbq was a postwar suburban fixture in most homes.
The mountain behind Barney's home resembles the familiar logo of rival studio Paramount.
One of the headlines in the 'Daily Grief' appears to be 'Monseur Quimby French Linguist Back Home!' - a nod to the producer Fred Quimby.