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Mission & Values
For more than 30 years, Patrick McDonnell’s MUTTS comic strip has offered a daily smile for millions of readers, garnering international recognition for its gentle humor and powerful themes of kindness, compassion, and friendship. At Team MUTTS, we’re proud to carry that spirit forward. Every day, we hope to nurture a deeper sense of connection — to one another and to the natural world we all share.
Our Mission
At MUTTS, our mission is to inspire empathy and compassion for all living beings through the heartwarming humor of the MUTTS comic strip.
Values That Guide Us
We’re grateful every day to be part of a thoughtful, diverse, and deeply compassionate global community. And when we talk about the MUTTS community, we’re thinking of you: our readers, partners, and animal-loving friends around the world.
A Vision of a Kinder World
We believe it’s possible to build a more compassionate and joyful world ... but first, we have to imagine it. Through daily moments of humor, heart, and quiet wisdom, MUTTS reminds us what’s possible when kindness leads the way.
Compassion In Action
You don’t have to do
Joy for Everyone
MUTTS is for all people, from every background and walk of life, who share a love of animals and a belief in gentle kindness. We create space for belonging, and strive to make our community open-hearted and inclusive. That’s why the daily MUTTS comic strip is always free to read online — and why we try to offer many different ways for readers to engage with not only their favorite characters, but with other members of our wonderful MUTTS community.
How We Help
From supporting shelters and shining a light on important causes, we're always looking for ways to turn small actions into meaningful impact. Together with our community, we’re helping animals, people, and the planet in ways both big and small.
1% for the Planet
Through our partnership with 1% for the Planet, we proudly donate at least 1% of all sales from the Official MUTTS Shop to nonprofit organizations that protect animals and the earth.
Fundraising for Animal Shelters
Every year, we donate hundreds of MUTTS prints to animal shelters and rescue groups. These are used in raffles and fundraising events, collectively raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for animals in need.
Donations for Animals and People
Over the years, Patrick and Team MUTTS have donated funds and supplies directly to causes that help animals and the people who care for them. We've sent dog bowls to pet parents in war-torn regions, leashes and collars to pets in underserved communities, food and toys to pets in shelters, and more.
Advocacy, Awareness, and Action
We use our voices to shine a light on causes close to our hearts, from adoption awareness to climate disaster relief. Through educational content, giving campaigns, and more, we offer meaningful ways for our community to get involved and make a difference.
How We Work
We’re a close-knit team of animal lovers who (mostly) work from home offices, kitchen tables, and backyard porches. We strive to help animals, spread compassion, and practice sustainability in all that we do.
