Garfield by Jim Davis for June 19, 2024

Happy birthday, Garfield! Nermal, hope you’re ready to get kicked out…again!

Finally

I’m the same age! Nermal, you deserve to get mailed to Abu Dhabi for this one.

Since your 1979 debut, you’re kind of old yourself, Nermal.

National Garfield the Cat DaySettle in with some coffee and lasagna as a nod to the pop culture icon Garfield, the cat who captured our hearts first as a comic strip, then in movies and more.

June 19thNational Garfield the Cat DayGarfield is a famous, fun-loving, fictional cat from the famous comic strip Garfield which was created by writer Jim Davies. The character was named after Jim Davis’ grandfather, John Arbuckle and his lovable pet dog Odie. In the comic strip, a beagle named Odie makes a regular appearance as Garfield’s co-character. Apparently, Odie (who has his own day in August) was originally owned by John’s roommate before John decided to adopt the cute canine as his own.

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Happy birthday Garfield! ❤️

smelly cat, smelly cat… what are they feeding you?

Many people don’t know this, but the world-renowned comic strip featuring Garfield is set in Muncie, Indiana. Muncie, Indiana has a population of around 70,000, but the cat population of the city currently remains undiscovered (shall we try and find out?!). Jim Davis is said to have taken all of the human faculties, that we do not like discussing and anthropomorphized them in our ginger friend. Seems like it was a good idea as Garfield the Cat is now well-recognized in households all over the world.

Garfield, the ginger-furred feline comes with an array of endearing and exciting qualities. His adventures are memorable and his distinctive personality makes him one of the most lovable furry friends in cartoon history. You may not know some of the facts mentioned here; Garfield The Cat certainly has a whole lot of history!

So why is June 19 the day we celebrate Garfield the cat? Well, on this day, in 1978 the first publication of Garfield, which chronicles the life of the lead character was released.

Garfield The Cat Loves Food and Hates Mondays, But Who Doesn’t?!

Within the comic strips, some of the topical subjects focused on are obsessive eating, love for consuming food, and a distaste of Mondays (does anybody really enjoy Monday though?!). His absolute favorite food is lasagna and many people recognize this as his signature trait. He also regularly expresses his hatred for going on diets and getting up early. He is well known for his lazy attitude and is also a self-confessed coffee addict! Food and laziness definitely make Garfield distinctive compared to other famous cartoon cats over the world.

Garfield doesn’t just love to eat food but he also has a handful of cookbooks too. One of the most popular Garfield recipe books is called “Garfield – Recipes with Cattitude.” Some of the recipes in the book include lasagna (of course), pizza, meatball subs, potato salad, banana berry smoothie, the very best stuffing, smoky grilled corn, garlic oven friend, crispy bacon breadsticks and much more! Which recipe would you choose to try out first if you got your hands on Garfield the Cat’s famous cookbook?

Happy Birthday, Garfield!

Is it just me or does nermal look different

I thought Nermal was giving him a kiss!

Happy birthday Garfield! 1978? You’re 46 years old, that’s how many years you’ve been making us laugh! Keep up the good work!

Really? This is how Garfield’s 46th Birthday is celebrated? Being insulted by Nermal? For shame, Jim! No wonder Nermal has haters.

If Nermal doesn’t go back to the farm, Garfield will make him buy the farm.

Happy Birthday to our favorite cat Garfield!

Happy Birthday Garfield and friends… Lasagna cake time!

Garfield’s life is back to Nermal.

Garfield must be getting used to his birthdays now, he letting it come and go with no nightmares, then Nermal shows up!

Hahahaha the first panel was cute.

Happy Birthday.

Happy Bday Garfield!!

I prefer old spice

Welp, Garfield. Another turn of the odometer of life for us, eh?

Happy Birthday, old pal! I mean pal, just pal!

Funny thing is that Nermal is as old as Garfield.

Forty-seven is rather old for a cat, lol! Again, Happy Birthday, Garfield!

Happy Birthday Garfield!

Panel Four, Nermal is thru the door!!

Seein’ as how Garfield’s birthday is now a national holiday, many papers don’t print today, so not everyone will see these thru newspaper medium. Guess we’ll just have to see ’em online!!

Garfield is my favorite and only Cartoon kitty!!

Happy 46th anniversary Garfield

It’s strange, but as a kid the houses of old folks always did smell differently. I guess the old folks that lived next door lived in a more closed environment.

Aside from today being Garfield’s 46th birthday, the Tasmanian Devil is also celebrating his 70th today.

I’d suggest that Nermal backs away slowly while he can

Don’t tease Garfield, Nermal. You’re no spring chicken yourself anymore.

Where’s the cake?

Juneteenth, and Garfields birthdays coming up! Lets go!

I despise that little piece of trash.

Happy Birthday, Garfield!! 46 years young!! Only four more years before Garfield goes golden (anniversary).

Happy Birthday Garfield!

Never in a million years, Garfield.

Happy birthday!

Happy Birthday, Garfield!

I would like to point out that Nermal is no spring chicken his self.

Happy 46th, boss.

Happy Birthday Garfield!! You’re still as lovable as ever!! <3

Happy Birthday Garf!!! Here’s to 46 Big Ones!

That old cat smell. A combination of tuna, litter box and bay rum.

Nermal finally appeared in 2024. He last appeared on Christmas day 2023. I was getting worried that he wouldn’t appear in 2024. Happy 46th Birthday Garfield.

And how old is Nermal?

I agree with Garfield you are as old as you feel

Do the Homer Simpson maneuver on him, Garfield. You’re not that old. Happy birthday!

when my son lived in Fort Wayne I heard about the Garfield statues around the state of Indiana but he moved back and we never made it to them. Maybe some day I’ll head back down and check them out.Happy Birthday to Garfield and thanks to Jim Davis for creating him and all the laughs he has provided over the years.

Happy Birthday Garfield!

Nermal ain’t no spring chicken anymore either.

You want to smell the inside of a gospel dumpster, Nermal?

VERYYYYY old cat.

I’d like to point out that Nermal never specified from which feline this “old cat” smell is coming …

Happy Birthday, Garfield. Gorge on cake, and maybe stuff that gray furball in there, too? Ha.

Happy Birthday, Garfield.

Return Gift: Nermal to Abu Dhabi

Careful Nermal.

Happy birthday Garfield.