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Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers

Storytime for Kids

Published
July 6, 2026
Duration
6:18
Summary source
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Last updated
Aug 2, 2026

Discusses kids, family.

Summary

In the children's book "Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers," written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Suçie Stevenson, the narrative follows the bond between a young boy and his 180-pound dog. Initially, the large mastiff enjoys the extra attention and snacks he receives while his owner is home from school with a fever. However, the situation revers…

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In the children's book "Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers," written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Suçie Stevenson, the narrative follows the bond between a young boy and his 180-pound dog. Initially, the large mastiff enjoys the extra attention and snacks he receives while his owner is home from school with a fever. However, the situation reverses when the pet also becomes ill, leading to a nervous trip to the veterinarian's office. Despite the dog's anxiety and significant shedding in

Themes

  • kids
  • family