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This Cartoonist Unveils What Animals Might Say If They Could Talk (30 New Pics)
Interview With Artist
Curious about what goes on in the minds of animals? Jimmy Craig's comic series, "They Can Talk," brings these thoughts to life with humor and creativity. Through his illustrations, Craig shows us how pets might view the world, offering a new perspective on those everyday moments that leave us scratching our heads. Whether it's a cat walking all over your face at dawn or a dog tugging you on an unexpected adventure, these comics might make you think that maybe, just maybe, your pet is trying to communicate with you in their own special way.
Since starting "They Can Talk" in 2015, Jimmy Craig has gained a huge following with his funny and relatable comics. From common pets like cats and dogs to more unusual critters like birds and reptiles, no animal is overlooked. Craig's humor and imaginative storytelling shine through each illustration, capturing the essence of what animals might be thinking. So, take a moment to enjoy these delightful comics and see if you can spot your own pet's personality in them.
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ali mahi hunt 1 year ago
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Bored Panda reached out to Jimmy Craig once more to delve deeper into his comic series "They Can Talk" and learn more about him. We asked if observing his cats had revealed any surprising aspects of animal behavior that influenced his work. He shared that his cats are always evolving and continue to surprise him. "I think most of my comics about food were reserved for dogs, but after getting two cats I've learned that they'll beg for food and break into cabinets like I'd expect a dog to. Honestly, I think they're more adept at opening cabinets than my dog ever was."
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ali mahi hunt 1 year ago
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Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 1 year ago
That's the whole point of owning a soft can-opener!
We asked Jimmy what he thought his cats would say about him if they could talk. He humorously responded that they'd probably ask for a writing credit. When asked about collaborating with an animal on a comic, he chose a bird, saying "I think they'd have a different perspective (literally) to offer on life."
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Mila Tlapek 1 year ago
dogs answer the phone. cats take the message and get back to you later.
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
Preacher would! I think they messed up at the Cat Factory when they assembled him. (I wouldn't actually let him eat tomatoes since they're toxic, but he DOES eat broccoli, papaya, cantaloupe, strawberries, blackberries, carrots....)
Load More Replies... It's always interesting to learn about an artist's rituals for getting into a creative mood. Jimmy shared, "There's a classic Calvin and Hobbes strip where Calvin says you need to be in the right mood to be creative, then says that mood is 'last-minute panic.' Recently, I've really related to that. I don't have any particular rituals when I sit down to draw, unless you count a carefully curated playlist."
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Rob D 1 year ago
Lol. Is there anything much more dangerous than the pitch black walk to the bathroom...with a cat doing the weave thing between your legs?
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If you enjoy these comics, check out Jimmy's prints available for purchase here. Psst, this week, all prints come with free shipping within the US, so pick your favorite!
We'd love to hear your thoughts on Jimmy Craig's cartoons! Do your pets seem like they could say similar things? Share your comments below!
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Lotekguy 1 year ago
It's not about becoming lazy. It's growing more discerning about reasons for movement.
Load More Replies... Mila Tlapek 1 year ago
was not of greed And he belonged to the Whaleman's creed She took that ship in tow (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go Da-da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da For forty days or even more The line went slack then tight once more All boats were lost, there were only four But still that whale did go (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go As far as I've heard, the fight's still on The line's not cut, and the whale's not gone The Wellerman makes his regular call To encourage the captain, crew and all (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go
Mila Tlapek 1 year ago
I DON'T KNOW WHY, BUT I'M GONNA SING WELLERMAN! There once was a ship that put to sea The name of the ship was the Billy O' Tea The winds blew up, her bow dipped down Oh blow, my bully boys, blow (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go She'd not been two weeks from shore When down on her a right whale bore The captain called all hands and swore He'd take that whale in tow (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go Da-da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da Before the boat had hit the water The whale's tail came up and caught her All hands to the side, harpooned and fought her When she dived down low (huh) Soon may the Wellerman come To bring us sugar and tea and rum One day, when the tonguing is done We'll take our leave and go No line was cut, no whale was freed The captain's mind
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Mila Tlapek 1 year ago
My friend is writing a cookbook lick she's a cat and they all include mouse organs.
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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago
me after summer break- no wait, me after the weekend- no wait, me after not yapping for five whole minutes
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and_a_touch_of_the_’tism 1 year ago
I save mine’s fur. Someday I’ll make a tiny, horrifying needle-felted copy of him.
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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago
My cat chirps through the solid window with thick glass that nobody can hear through at every small animal
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clairebear 1 year ago
Wait, a snood was a popular tubular head scarf in the 80's. Now I feel dirty.
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 year ago
They see things. Things that we cannot. Ghosts? Greebles? I know not. no_space-6...12f532.jpg 
Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago
My cat, bean, almost always has his pupils in bowling ball mode- he has really cute facial expressions. He looks up at me as if he’s super sad and he needs food right after eating. By the way, he’s also fat
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Mila Tlapek 1 year ago
dogs chase balls because in the wild, dogs' ancestors had to rely on their hunting skills for survival. This involved chasing down prey, a behavior that is simulated when a dog runs after a tennis ball. The erratic movement of a bouncing ball wakes up this primal instinct, providing a satisfying outlet for their natural impulses.
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Icedragocat 1 year ago
I find it bird colors interesting, as some birds see colors we can’t, so birds that are black or brown could be vibrantly colored, yet we could never see it
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Icedragocat 1 year ago
More likely that one of them will get eaten, yet less likely it will be you
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