The mud gets rid of bugs such as fleas. When the mud dries, it bakes in the sun and forms a coat for the animals. This coat protects them from the hot sun and allows the animals to stay cool for longer periods of time. Some people use mud, too. They use mudpacks on their face to help their skin.
Some people have mud-baths, and coat themselves all over in mud.
A mud-bath helps some people to feel better, because mud contains minerals, such as salts. Read the story two times to yourself and one time out loud to someone else. Answer by writing two complete sentences.