The joke only works if the invisible fence is protecting a grassy area. Invisible fences are often intended to prevent pets from leaving the lawn and yard.
There has got to be a shorter, more credible way to introduce Horace each time. Still, it’s better than when “Curtis” brings back the underground music store.
Rod Gonzalez about 11 years ago
Oooh . . . that’s deep.
Randy B Premium Member about 11 years ago
The joke only works if the invisible fence is protecting a grassy area. Invisible fences are often intended to prevent pets from leaving the lawn and yard.
bobamiller Premium Member about 11 years ago
Randy_BThat’s the punch of the pun: a “sward” is a grassy area.
rmacprivate about 11 years ago
Groan. Wonder how long it will be, before Pastis uses that one in Pearls Before Swine?
Stephen Gilberg about 11 years ago
There has got to be a shorter, more credible way to introduce Horace each time. Still, it’s better than when “Curtis” brings back the underground music store.
jcr2001 Premium Member about 11 years ago
I just learned a new word today (sward). Who says comics aren’t educational.
finale about 11 years ago
I sward I heard that one before!
yousir about 11 years ago
(draws sward)
Davepostmp about 11 years ago
What? Maybe once a month in lieu of rent?