One of the few times that Tom wins the day, with a happy ending for all.
Apart from the pupil mouse's laughs, the speaking effects of both mice are provided by the musical background, cleverly so.
Tom's name is shown on his milk bowl.
Tom cleverly breaks the fourth wall during the first belling attempt, indicating he knows what's happening.
The kitchen and home have the very latest mid century furnishings, drawn in perfect and careful detail. This was a hallmark of cartoons from this era.