Each month, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on one MUTTS reader who’s also an inspiring and dedicated animal advocate.

For this month’s Q&A, Patrick and I are discussing our love for the outdoors. After all, “to love nature” is our current Manifesto focus, and later this month we’ll be welcoming the official beginning of spring.

Last fall, fourth grader Willow Phelps received the ASPCA Kid of the Year Award. In this interview, she tells us what she’s learned from her animal advocacy work and offers advice for others who want to help animals.

In this exclusive, monthly interview, Patrick shares details about the making of “Darling, I Love You.” He also discusses the concept of being present, and talks about why he thinks creating art is a form of meditation.

In this exclusive, monthly interview, Patrick talks about the bond between Earl and Mooch — and how their friendship mirrors the intricacies of real-life relationships.

We’re resolving to make 2017 our best year yet! Here are a few personal goals we hope to accomplish over the next 12 months.

In this exclusive, monthly interview, Patrick talks about his favorite Christmas movie, the spirituality of the holiday season, and charitable gift-giving.

We asked readers to send us their MUTTS fan art — and boy, did they respond! We’re thrilled to share these great photos and heartfelt messages with the rest of the MUTTS community. Enjoy!

In this exclusive, monthly interview, Patrick tells us about a new “feral” friend, and invites readers to help him name his furry pal. He also comments on his plans for November and describes what he likes most about Thanksgiving.

October is National Animal Safety and Protection Month, a time for us to honor animals by reviewing ways keep them happy, healthy, and out of harm’s way. For some expert tips and insight, we spoke with Kathleen Schatzmann, State Council Director at The Humane Society of the United States.