"Short chapters create a well-paced narrative with an appropriate amount of suspense, while Kelly's plentiful b&w drawings enhance the friendly ambiance. A just-right book for a developing reader." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "It's summer in Louisiana, but eight-year-old Felix insists on buying a threadbare blanket at the thrift store, certain it has a special quality. Felix pops under the blanket as a human boy, but he emerges from the cover as a scruffy canine. The hysterical high jinks happen over the course of one day, and the brisk pace, ample illustrations, comic-strip interludes, and hilarious commentary will appeal to even reluctant readers. A creative canine conundrum packed with humor and heart." -- Booklist "Woven effectively into this whimsical story are animal facts and insights into how dogs perceive the world; animal lovers like Felix will be pleased. Kelly folds in lessons of empathy and compassion.

A charming dog's tale sure to reward curious readers." -- Kirkus Reviews "The storyline of this early chapter book is direct and well-contained, with the three major players having distinct personalities and roles to play. Felix and Puppins have a gleeful energy. but Felix's push and pull with Gumbo forms the emotional core. The cat is snobby and patronizing, yet Felix finds that when he's mean in turn, he feels worse. Kelly gives readers a sympathetic and relatable kid in Felix as he figures out how to stand up for himself without resorting to cruelty." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "This is a fast-paced, humorous tale of friendship and empathy filled with fun and informative interstitial art and graphic panels. [A] charming, lightly magical tale.

" -- School Library Journal.