Pudgy Pig #2

Pudgy Pig has had it with a pesky mosquito that won't let him sleep, and he's determined to drive the annoying insect out by any means necessary—even if his methods get a little out of hand. When a well-intentioned attempt to smoke out his tiny tormentor accidentally brings the fire department to his door, Pudgy finds himself in a comedy of errors that only makes his mosquito problem worse.

When Professor Invento's absent-mindedness reaches new heights at the breakfast table, Atomic Mouse witnesses the inventor's latest comedy of confusion—one that leaves syrup where breakfast should be. It's a silly mix-up that proves even a brilliant mind can scramble the simplest routines.

When Pudgy Pig decides he's young enough to join a neighborhood kids' playground game, he meets Hammy, a new pal who's stronger than he looks—and the good-natured fun takes some unexpectedly wild turns. This 1958 tale from Pudgy Pig #2 is pure slapstick charm, as Uncle Pudgy learns that keeping up with the youngsters might be trickier than he bargained for.

When a helpful kitten volunteers to eat an entire barge full of fish to keep it from going to waste, the meal has an unexpectedly dramatic effect—one that transforms the pint-sized feline into something far more formidable than anyone bargained for. In "A Fishy Tale," our young hero learns just how powerful a full belly and good intentions can make you, especially when some mischievous dogs get in the way.

Atomic Mouse joins Professor Invento for a fishing trip to a secluded pool called Nophishie Pool, where the two friends prepare their gear and settle in for what they expect to be a relaxing day by the water. As the hours pass and Atomic Mouse waits eagerly for a catch, he begins to wonder why his luck seems so poor—until Professor Invento reveals the real reason for their outing, turning the whole expedition into an unexpected lesson about what fishing is truly meant to be.

Pudgy Pig tackles door-to-door brush sales in this 1958 funny animal romp, armed with nothing but determination and a suitcase full of Buller Brushes—though his customers have other ideas about what those brushes are good for. After a series of slammed doors and close calls, a chance encounter with a particularly dirty young customer finally gives Pudgy the demonstration he needs to turn things around. It's a lighthearted lesson in persistence and unexpected opportunities.