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📰 Read today's comicsGarfield, created by Jim Davis, debuted in June 1978 and is one of the most widely syndicated strips ever.
Garfield
The lazy, lasagna-loving orange cat who hates Mondays.
Jon Arbuckle
Garfield's hapless owner, a cartoonist with famously bad luck in dating.
Odie
The cheerful, drooling yellow dog Garfield loves to kick off the table.
Nermal
The self-proclaimed "world's cutest kitten", to Garfield's annoyance.
Pooky
Garfield's teddy bear.
Liz Wilson
The veterinarian Jon long pursued, who eventually becomes his girlfriend.
Arlene
Garfield's pink girlfriend cat with a gap-toothed smile.
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FAQ
Who created Garfield?
Jim Davis, in 1978.
What is Garfield's favourite food?
Lasagna.
Is Odie a dog?
Yes, Odie is Jon's cheerful yellow dog.
Fan guide. Characters are © their creators and syndicates. No strip art is reproduced on this page. Last updated November 4, 2026.