Summary

  • The frequent use of anthropomorphic dogs in Gary Larson's The Far Side comics provides hilarious and absurd commentary on human behavior and societal norms.
  • Throughout the long run of The Far Side in syndication, Larson masterfully combined visual gags with clever humor, using puns and unexpected situations to create laughs.
  • The collision of dog and human culture in The Far Side comic strips highlights the quirks of human culture, as well as humans' relationships with their canine companions.