Unless you have owned a Great Dane you, can not fully appreciate the comic strip. Some times they, (the strip) are corny, but most of the time, they are right on. After owning and being around different breeds of dogs, the Great Dane is the most unique. They are family oriented and truly become a member of the family. It seems as though you become their pet, but are very obedient and loyal. To who ever says the Marmaduke comic strip is tasteless, I reccomend they get a Great Dane, their minds will soon be changed. My day would be worthless if I couldn't read the strip every morning.