Meet Guard Dog: MUTTS' Heart-Warming Canine
Did you know that "MUTTS", a super-popular comic strip is turning 30? That's a pretty big deal for comics - you'd think a super big celebration is needed! They're making a new book about one of its cutest characters - Guard Dog - called "Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story"!
Wait - What's MUTTS?
You might know "Garfield" and "Peanuts" - classic comic strips - but "MUTTS" is right up there with those! This awesome strip follows Earl the dog and Mooch the cat. It's got humor, but also sweetness, making people think it's a big inspiration to other cartoonists!
Is the Guard Dog Book Really That Great?
It is so special that it's going to be a full-color edition of the story from the 30th anniversary. They've been re-doing all of Guard Dog's best moments so that new fans will understand why it was a classic for a reason. "Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story" will really be a huge hit! You might know Guard Dog as a big, sad character, right?
Where Did Guard Dog Come From?
He’s this kind hearted pup with an unfortunate past. He gets abandoned, but then his friends, Mooch and Earl (plus a super nice girl, Doozy) get him free! His story talks about some hard things. They wanted to make people care more about those animals in need, especially those that are abused, because that kind of treatment is way too common!
What's "MUTTS" About, Anyway?
Patrick McDonnell's "MUTTS" comic strip doesn't just try to be funny. It is so much more. He’s doing a lot for animal welfare and is giving these critters, from all walks of life, a voice. "MUTTS" has helped a bunch of people become more invested in helping out animals! The strip shows the real-life bond people have with their animal companions. There is just a really big emphasis on kindness to all those animals and, even to each other. "MUTTS" really brings that out in people, showing us how to take care of those furry (or scaly or feathery) friends!
So it’s not surprising this has made some seriously important impacts in the animal community. Even big-time celebrities and talented folks have raved about "MUTTS" because it's more than just a comic strip. It's a real part of popular culture and it definitely left a huge mark - especially when it comes to spreading awareness about cruelty to those innocent animals!
Get ready for the next "MUTTS" book. It will definitely leave an impression! You can be sure, it’ll be just as cool and moving as "Breaking the Chain"! It is one of those classic comic strips that'll leave you smiling for a long time - if you haven't seen it yet. It's one of the really, really good comics that reminds people of the power of being kind and shows just how special all those MUTTS characters are!
