The storyline of this episode may be based on events in Pokémon Gold, Silver, Crystal, HeartGold, and SoulSilver, in which Misty can be found dating a male character on Route 25.
This episode aired between main series episodes Kinsetsu Gym! Tessen's Electric Shock Battle!! (2003) and What You Seed Is What You Get (2003) in Japan.
The dub removes a 32-second scene involving Tracey and Daisy checking the pipes together.