Books like Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat by Cynthia Rylant
When Henry’s family adopts a stray cat that nobody thinks looks pretty, the new addition unexpectedly becomes part of their little universe. The often reluctant kitten soon develops a bond with the beloved family dog, Mudge, showing that appearances can be deceptive and that compassion can unite even the most unlikely companions.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Cynthia Rylant
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