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Laugh Out Loud: Sophie the Chocolate Lab Devours Grass in 'Dog Eat Doug' Comic Strip, Delivering Hilarious Canine Humor!

Sophie the Chocolate Lab, with a mischievous gleam in her eyes, joyfully munches on a patch of grass in the backyard.
In the comic strip panel, Sophie, the adorable Chocolate Lab, is shown with a tuft of grass hanging from her mouth.
Sophie, the lovable Chocolate Lab, is captured mid-chew while surrounded by lush green grass. Her enthusiasm for grass-eating is evident in her animated posture and comical facial expression.

Have you ever wondered why your furry friend occasionally munches on grass?

Sophie's grass-eating antics sparked my curiosity, leading me research numerous theories on why dogs engage in this peculiar behavior. Here are the two most common theories:

Theory #1 suggests that dogs eat grass to fulfill their nutritional needs. It's believed that grass contains essential nutrients like fiber, minerals, and vitamins that may be lacking in their regular diet. Dogs, being instinctual creatures, may seek out grass as a natural way to supplement their nutritional requirements. So the next time you catch your pup snacking on the backyard lawn, remember that they might just be instinctively seeking some extra nourishment.

On the other paw, Theory #2 proposes that dogs eat grass as a means of self-medication. When dogs experience an upset stomach or digestive discomfort, they may instinctively turn to grass as a way to induce vomiting. The grass blades tickle the throat and stomach lining, potentially aiding the expulsion of any irritants or indigestible substances. It's a canine form of self-help, allowing them to find relief and maintain their well-being.

While the true reason behind dogs' grass-eating habits may remain a mystery, these two theories provide plausible explanations. Whether it's for nutritional supplementation or self-medication, the comical portrayal of Sophie in the comic strip reminds me that our furry friends can always find a way to bring laughter into our lives, even when engaging in peculiar behaviors like grass consumption.

Funny Dog Comics: Why Dogs Eat Grass

Probably one of my favorite comics I’ve drawn. I say drawn because I didn’t write it. Sophie did. This one started with dooles of her rolling around in the grass, which obviously most dogs love. Then I let Sophie take over and wrote down everything she was thinking.

That’s the fun magical bit about writing. You know you’re getting somewhere when you feel like you’re watching a movie and transcribing what you see and hear. Of course , it doesn’t solve the mystery as to why dogs eat grass.

Funny Free Dog Comics: Kitchen Towel Sharks

Oh ya, this was an issue. Thankfully I haven’t had aother kitchen towel shark. I mess up enough towels on my own, but then, every time Sophie would snag one, I’d have to replace them. I now have an entire drawer full of kitchen towels. They’re pretty much like tissues in my kitchen.

Funny Dog Comics: I get by with a little help from my friends.

Silent comics are my favorite and also the hardest to write. Usually when you sit down to write a silent comic you fail. They usually happen by accident. A lot of times you're messing with dialog and punchlines forever until you realize the comic works without any words.

This one came about while watching a bunch of our foster dogs struggle up the porch steps. Unfortunately they didn’t have Sophie to help them.

Funny Dog Comics: Michael Bay Directs Baby Movie

Ya, I said it. I love Michael Bay movies. Especially the Transformers series. I always thought it would be funny if I had different directors direct the strip. Obviously I’ve kind of done that with Tim Burton.

I think I’ll try to work this idea into the graphic novels. It’ll have to be in book three, as I’m wrapping up book two right now. Stay tuned, I’ll be sharing a lot more soon.

Free Funny Dog Comics: 5 Simple Tips for Crate Training Your Dog

We never crate trained any of our dogs or fosters. We did have crates out, mostly for dogs that wanted a comfy, safe place to chill. We use customizable pens. They come in super handy for keeping dogs separated or keeping certain parts of the house off limits.

Of course we have an advantage in that we work from home so we didn’t have a need to crate train. And crate training can be a good foundation for more advanced training and also helping anxious dogs feel more comfortable. A pack structure fixes a lot of dog behavior issues.

In case you are planning on adding a dog to the family and plan on crate training, here are some simple tips that may help:

  • Cover the crate with a blanket to make it more den-like and comfortable.

  • Put the crate in a quiet area of the house where your dog won't be disturbed.

  • Start by letting your dog stay in the crate for short periods of time, such as 15 minutes. Gradually increase the amount of time your dog spends in the crate each day.

  • If your dog starts to whine or bark, don't let them out of the crate right away. Wait until they are quiet before letting them out.

  • If your dog has an accident in the crate, don't punish them. Just clean it up and try again later.