In this August 8, 2008 MUTTS comic, a set of footprints is alongside a set of pawprints on the beach. The pawprints stop but the footprints continue and we see that Ozzie has picked up Earl and holding him as he walks.

This item measures 17” x 11” (with the actual printed portion measuring 12.25” x 4”), and is printed on 110 lb., acid-free cotton paper.

For every dog lover!

The MUTTS Story
Created by Patrick McDonnell in 1994, MUTTS follows the heartwarming adventures of Earl the dog, Mooch the cat, and an endearing cast of animal and human pals. It has captured the hearts of millions, garnering international recognition for its gentle humor and powerful themes of kindness, compassion, and friendship.

It Started With a Dog Named Earl

Patrick McDonnell published the first MUTTS strip on September 5, 1994, with a pair of main characters who were based on real animals. Earl the dog, an innocent pup who loves belly rubs, was inspired by Patrick's late Jack Russell terrier, who lived with him for over 18 years. Mooch the cat, a canny feline with a funny way of talking (“Yesh!”), is based on several cats from Patrick’s own life.