Tom speaks, albeit briefly, in this short. His single line is "No!"
This short might have been inspired by experiments on the concept of imprinting, where baby animals form a bond with the first being they encounter. There are famous photos of ducklings following a scientist they perceive to be their mother.
The score for this cartoon was featured on the audio CD "Tom & Jerry & Tex Avery Too!".
Tom uses the very latest stove, with the newest electric burners, as electricity was becoming the norm for mid century kitchens.