Mother Goose and Grimm
Description:
The 1990s Mother Goose and Grimm cartoon was an animated television series based on Mike Peters' syndicated comic strip of the same name. The show, which ran on CBS as part of its Saturday morning lineup, focused on the misadventures of a yellow bull terrier named Grimm (or "Grimmy") and his owner, an anthropomorphic Mother Goose.
Premise: The show centered around the unconventional household of Mother Goose, who lived in a shoe-shaped house with her pets. Much of the humor came from typical pet high jinks mixed with a level of human-like intelligence and interaction among the animal characters.
Characters: Grimm: A devil-may-care, happy-go-lucky dog with a hefty appetite for mischief and overindulging. He often got himself into trouble, usually with good intentions but disastrous results. Mother Goose: An eccentric, maternal, and somewhat absentminded goose who loves her pets despite their capers. Attila: A high-strung, neurotic cat who lived with them and was frequently the target of Grimm's playful harassment. Ralph: A dimwitted Boston Terrier friend of Grimm's.
Animation Style: The cartoon's animation style remained faithful to Mike Peters' original comic strip, featuring distinct character designs and a fast-paced feel.
Humor: The show incorporated references to popular culture, fairy tales, and nursery rhymes, often using wordplay and surreal situations.