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I NEED a Brutus plushie and a P and B hoodie! ❤❤
me and the boys going on a road trip
Will you make a brutus plushie to go with your new pixie plushie
The phone screen saver you did recently is scaring my grandkids. Have you done anything like that before that I could copy instead?
Can i upload ur posts on my fb fan page ?
Hello
Would you take a commission to add my pet into the comic? 😂
How did you come up with the pixi and Brutus comics
Please tell me Pixie male or female
Somehow I've always assumed it was a female...
What programs/computer do you use to draw?
Photoshop on a Wacom Cintiq 13” hd
What was the inspiration behind Brutus?
Ok I have a question. Ive noticed throughout the comics Brutus has gone through some subtle character development , starting off very serious and protecting Pixie out of a sense of Duty but as the series has gone on hes become more lighthearted and is enjoying playing with Pixie , im curious was this character development intentional ?
Not really intentional, no
How long does it usually take you to make a comic?
is Brutus going to get a girlfriend and puppies?!!!
Or a boyfriend and puppies?! (we don't know his preference) :)
Please make a strip about ostriches?
Make a computer wallpaper please!!! :D
Are you planning to make a computer wall paper at some point?
I might
Hello Ben, do you have a FB account? I have seen some of your exclusive content from patreon Being translated and posted on FB, i tried to report it, but FB says only the author has the right to report it.
What’s the FB page?
When will Athena make another appearance?
Have you seen this? It looks up your alley. (Don't worry, it's not someone sharing your stuff again. I just wasn't sure where else to share it, lol.) <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FurStarIsSiriusBusiness/photos/a.621324128050958/1061303657386334/?type=3&theater" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/FurStarIsSiriusBusiness/photos/a.621324128050958/1061303657386334/?type=3&theater</a>
Can we have a peek into what Brutus dreams about?
I want to see what kind of weird stuff goes on in his head.
So did you hear the rumor that all black dogs dont listen right away? Not in any racial way, but my friend told me this and I have one and now I cant cope with how it's making sense. Not racist btw.
Totally false - it depends on the breed. I had a black lab who listened to everything we said, and a tan & black shepherd mix who only listened to my dad.
Any plans on making Brutus and pixie merch? Would love to buy some hehe ☺️♥️
Yup. Plushies are on the way 👍
Who's Athena?
A fan made owl character that unfortunately has only made it into the comics once
I just wanted to say that I just became a patron and this was the first post I saw 😂 It was a great welcome lol
Have you considered adding other wild animals as characters like Randal?
Do you think you'd have a Whippet character?
I really want a ball python character.
Any chance we’ll see a daschund in Brutus and Pixie’s shenanigans?
Small chance
Would you ever consider introducing a bearded dragon into your comics at all?
Does Brutus have a family?
will we ever see brutus in a relationship? and more of his past? and pixie’s too!
Maybe on all of those
does pixie ever do some of those classic kitty things? like see herself in a mirror get scared and fuzz up? what about feather/mouse toys? lasers???
Yes to all those
Omg!!! It’s Lola!!! In real life!!!!! 😱😱😱😱😱😱😱🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕
Does Brutus have PTSD? Like does he ever have reactions to scenarios from his time in the military?
You should make a comic of brutus's fear but pixie finds super cute
Do you think about make a little book of a compilation of Pixie and Brutus "universe" and sell it(? , i would like something like that
Do you think you will ever show a reunion between Brutus and his Army Handler?
What made you choose a retired German shepherd service dog?
Because they are one of the most common MWD breeds
Is Brutus and Pixie's owner the "Neighbor Jerry" mentioned in one of your other comics? Asking because I think you said these comics take place in the same neighborhood.
Haha 😅 no those are separate
When will Athena make an appearance?
How do I deal with girls?
🤷♂️
What age group are Lola and Wrinkles in? I picture them as early teens for some reason.
Probably a bit older than that
Where did u get the inspiration of ur comics!? curiousʕ•͡-•ʔ
What do you like better: Ice cream or chips?
Ice cream
Where are you from? And would you ever consider attending cons and do meets?
Minnesota, and I don’t know the first thing about cons 😅
Do you think you'll do a ferret one day? they're so funny and playful I'm sure Pixie would like them!
Possibly
Which is your favorite character of your comics?
Impossible to say 😅
Is that Lola, behind you?
What made you start drawing?
Also, can you make a strip about a guy eating a lemon?
Can you make a strip about a guy who wears an old TV over his head?
Are we getting more wallpapers? What about possible Facebook cover photos?
Would you be adding other dogs to your comics? I had a brown long hair chihuahua and would love to see a long hair chihuahua on it ❤️. Hopefully, a non-irritating one that isn’t kicked but Brutus haha 🤣
Ew, please no
Ra ra rasputin?
What do you think the world needs to become a better place?
Now you're on 8k a month, do you think we deserve more than 4 comics a month? 😂 Doing great bud. Each post warms my bitter heart. Keep u the great work.
what tv shows are your favorites? and who are your favorite bands/artists?
Gravity Falls, The Office. No favorite band necessarily, but I love country music
Are any of the animals in your comics based off of real pets?
What inspired u to draw pet comics?
What was your favorite comic to make so far and why?
Where does the "wowee" inspiration come from?
It’s something that I’ve always said, not sure where I heard it from
Will you draw a Pixie background story? It would be great to see a lot of tiny kittens playing around showing how she became so sweet and nice 😊
Maybe
anything, hm? then: In Shrek 2 when Shrek became human after drinking the happy-ever-after potion to be worthy of being with Fiona but Donkey became a stallion. Then, if both transform when one drinks the potion, what do you think that happened to the dragon?
I would also love to have an answer to this one!
Can we have a Pixie and Brutus wallpaper of their Trex imaginings?! I love Pixies thought it was so cute 😍
Yassss sister! I LOVE that one. As it is I just saved the image and have it on my home screen.
Do you have any other pets in mind? I feel like a hamster/rat or bunny would be super neat :^)
I new characters planned as of now
Do you prefer large dogs or small dogs?
Large dogs
Hm, do you like Rascal Flatts? I like country music and I'm from the easten part of Europe, Rascal Flatts are my favorite since I was 10, that's like 11 years ago :D
I love country music, I’m familiar with any of his songs. I’m sure I’d recognize some of his, I definitely know the name
Why is there a D in Fridge but not Refrigerator
Because the English language makes no sense sometimes
So, will Brutus and pixie have any more interaction with the neighbors?
Inevitably
What accent does hugo have?
Imagine the voice of Switowski from “The Longest Yard”
Are u gonna show brutus' war days
What's your experience in the Armed Forces?
Are pixie and brutus based on anything?? any pet you know or have had?
Do you ever watch dubs of your comics on YouTube? X
Yup. It’s pretty fun to se what people come up with
Have you contacted a newspaper yet to print a weekly Pixie and Brutus?
That’s a great idea!😜
What happened with bigfoot?
I agree with previous statements about the comic book. Did you handle the person who was taking your artwork and posting it outside of Patreon?
will you (in the future) make a paper book with all comics collected?
What inspired you to create Pixie and Brutus?
Hai, can you reply to me ? I'm big fan of pixie and brutus comic 😘.
Howdy
Where did the idea to put a hidden Bigfoot in every comic come from?
Why did you change Pixie's look? :) (besides "because I wanted to" lol)
2. Would you ever draw someone else pet. Like do a contest or $5 for the top 10 people who enter first kind of thing. 3 how do you come up with pixie and Brutus? Where did they come from and how do you come up with what’s going to happen?
1. Favorite animal to draw?
Would you possibly draw rabbits by any chance? If you need reference I have two buns that would be awesome if you’d feature 😍
Why does pixie wear a bandana?
No special reason, just cause 🤷♂️
When will you write a little comic book? Your work is amazing, really worth paying for. Love it so much, not only P&B but all the comics, I also love Mr wrinkles and lola. Thank you for doing a great job. And keep up with it. You're doing something great. 😘
When we see Athena?
What’s been the P&B comic you’ve been most excited to draw/post? :)
Hard to say... I really enjoyed drawing the snow lion one 😂
When are you going to release a new wallpaper? I love mine but I'm looking forward to a new one!
Would you consider doing a book with the comics?
Have you ever thought about compiling all of these into a book?
Ever thought of animating Pixie and Brutus?
Yup
Have you ever owned a german shepherd? (Fellow far cry fan here!! :) )
No I haven’t
Do you know the muffin man?
The muffin man?
Do you have a youtube channel?
In the makings, but not up yet
Did you ever think P&B would get this popular?
Absolutely not
I saw a comment earlier asking if Brutus' current owner was related to his previous owner. I'd like to add on to it... what if they served together and were best friends and Brutus is his only reason for staying sane after losing his best friend in some terrible accident... or maybe they could've been partners... or maybe Brutus' new owner found him wandering the streets of whichever country they were last deployed in... or something more light and happy like the new owner found him in one of thoese adds asking people to home vet dogs... sorry if my ideas are too dark sometimes the mind just goes there you know??
It would explain why there’s a picture of him and his previous owner. I never questioned it though lol
What inspired you to start drawing P&B comics, and what do they mean to you? :)
P&B merch?
How many pets have you had? And how many are what you based your comics on?
Will you ever do a how to draw P&B post? So we can draw you fanart?
Will the neighbor pets ever realize Brutus is a super duper good boy?
Do you play any video games? How old are you?
Im 19, and yes, I’m pretty into the Far Cry games. Apex Legends is fun too.
any possibility of a role reversal comic?? (like a dream or something where tiny little pixie is the tought and protective one, while huge and scary brutus is just an overly excitable sweetie)
Does everyone giving you suggestions about what to draw drive you batty? I have a story about that happening to a friend, many years ago... He wound up drawing a comic of himself being chased by people shouting suggestions until they drove him to climb up a tree. :-)
Meh, I don’t worry about it too much honestly. I’ll consider suggestions, but I don’t worry about them too much
why you looks like a viking?
What were you expecting 😂? Seriously though, I’m very curious what people think I look like when they’ve never seen me; what where you picturing?
I think P&B need a raccoon buddy! <3
They have Randal. Since Pixie is seen playing with him I'm guessing he got less grumpy after Brutus showed up.
Also what do you think 'wolf pet' and 'now dog wolf' from that comic you did are up to?
If Brutus was a cat, and pixie was a dog, but had the same personally what would they be?
Grumpy Cat and a baby pitbull LOL
I love the inclusion of reptiles, but could we have a less evil representation of them as well? Most snakes have personalities really similar to cats, and I think it would be really cool for pixie to meet pixie-snake
Hmmm, perhaps
How do you think ‘Pflugerville’ is pronounced 😂?
Hmmm, like this?: “Pflugerville” How was that?
I second the pixie plush!!!!! Also, any chance you'd do a custom comic for a price?
Would you consider kickstarting a pixie plush?
What kind of cat is Pixie?
Where do we find the other comics like Brutus's past and Pixie's superpowers? Also I tried to report KYOTO but I couldn't find an option for stolen copyright.
Do you celebrate Wolfenoot? (If not, you should. It might be right up your alley.)
Does Mr. Wrinkles know he's a cat?
Based on an IG comic, he does. He even knows he’s a rare cat species
Where did the inspiration for Pixie and Brutus come from?
When are you planning to introduce Athena?
Do you have ideas for hugo meeting pixie and Brutus? I love Hugo by the way. He is super cute...
They’ll meet eventually
Not a question just wanted to say how much I enjoy your work and that it has brought a smile to me while I’ve gone through a very hard time in my life. Thank you
How do you think I should start learning to draw? any tutorials you recommmend?
No specific tutorials, but I recommend practicing realistic sketches
Is mayonaise an instrument?
What inspired pixie and Brutus?
If pixie and Brutus were human how old would either of them be?
What is your favourite part of the day?
Will Pixie ever learn what war really is?
I hope not! I think it would take away her innocence.
How old is Pixie and Brutus?
Were you in the military?
Do military service dogs get ptsd?
I am not s dog expert but yes they do. It has been documented, especially after 9/11. Here is a link if you are interested: <a href="http://www.msasecurity.net/security-and-counterterrorism-blog/12-facts-about-canine-ptsd" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.msasecurity.net/security-and-counterterrorism-blog/12-facts-about-canine-ptsd</a>
Not really a question , but an idea... have a contest of some kind. Winners pet get to be part of a P&B comic strip. ( *cough cough *my boy Link is a doofy looking hound dog... personality like Pixie, but is roughly the size of Brutus ... could make an interesting episode)
Hmmm, good idea
Did you know you have fans in Brazil? :D
What if Don Bluth would ask you for a permission to make an animated movie based on your Pixie and Brutus comics?
How old were you when you began pursuing your art seriously? Did you see yourself following this path?
Have you ever considered animating your comics into a show? If so who would you want as the voices of pixie and Brutus
What is love?
Baby don't hurt me.
In your P and B comics, we’ve seen a glimpse of Brutus’ past. Will we get to see a glimpse of Pixie’s?
Are we going to get a 2020 Brutus and Pixie Calendar? Or should I ask when does the preorder start?
How old is pixie and brutus
If Pixie and Brutus were to get their own animated series, who would you love their voices to be?
Brutus: San Elliott Pixie: Tara Strong
Do you own a Brutus-like dog or is your inspiration someone close to you?
Where did the idea of Brutus and Pixie came from?
What is your least favorite animal (excluding insects and arachnids)? Also, you're a cutie ^_^
Would you like to publish a collection of pixie and Brutus comics in a book?
Hold old is pixie
What's pixie's backstory?
Is pixi a emotional support animal for brutus?
It is not a question but I wanted to say that your comics make my day, they always end up giving me a smile, keep doing what you do!
Will you ever put these into an ominbus of all the comics?
What’s your favorite reptile?
If you can visit any place in the world, where would you go and why.
Are you ever going to fix some of the comics that are locked to the 8 dollar tier?
Do you like Filipino food?
Will you ever introduce a special needs animal or special needs pet?
What is Pixie and Brutus favorite treats?
I saw your insta story about the P&B tattoo flash. Are you against people getting tattoos of your art? I'd love the chance to get a cute tattoo of them but obviously not if you don't like it
I’m fine with it
Cake, pie, or tart?
What is P&B favorite bugs, what about yours?
Are the other characters ever going to tell pixie what brutus does when she can't see
Are you a veteran?
He's 19, so unlikely
What to you is the hardest animal to draw?
What software do you use to draw your comics?
Photoshop on a wacom Cintiq 13” hd
Will Pixie and Brutus or any of the other characters have a conversation about or run in with big foot?
Will pixie and Brutus ever meet a service animal like a seeing eye dog
Love your stuff! Wanted to know how long you've been drawing before doing this comic
What inspired you to begin drawing comics? Did you do lots of art while you were young or is it a more recent thing?
Pursuing comics is real recent, but I’ve always been drawing
Will Brutus get a love interest?
Perhaps
If you made a cake in a pie would it be a pie with cake in it or a pie that tastes like a cake?
What are your top 3 favorite dog breeds?
Are you gonna go deeper into Brutus's backstory? I Love the comics about it and would be so Happy to see more.
My 8 month old loves when I read him P&B comics for story time. Voices of course are included for all characters. So curious if you drew them with the voice in your head first or drew your characters and the voices they have (for you) came after.
What was your first pet??
A leopard gecko named Gary
Will you be making more characters than the ones you already have?
What’s the most amount of animals you’ve had at once?
is brutus’s current owner related to his old handler?
Would you be willing to draw my dog in your style? She passed away a while back, and it'd be something I'd like to have
How much do you like animals?
Do you have personal connections to the military? Your awareness of how combat vets operate through your portrayal of Brutus is so impressive. My husband is an AD Marine and we both absolutely love your comic. Thank you for both the giggles and the emotional depth.
Does brutus have nightmares about his old job and call out for pixie?
Is Brutus afraid of fireworks?
Do you think you and Lucas the Spider will ever collaborate? Lucas and Pixie would be amazing friends 😊😍
Pshhhh, I wish! 😂
Will you continue to draw your comics with pixie as a kitten or let him grow into an adult cat?
She’s probably gonna stay a kitten
How did you come up with the idea for p and b?
Why does Brutus want to protect Pixie so much? Is there a backstory on him that makes him have a overprotective personality?
What has been your craziest experience since reaching this level of recognition for your art?
Just, the crazy amount of support overall
Would you take a retired MWD home?
Omg ginger energy ( I'm a ginger too)
Same!!
Being a active soldier your story almost brought me to tears about his handler was a good guy......how do you come with the idea you do and thank you for ringing out the awareness...thank again brother
Any plans to add new critters to your comics?
Can you do some illustration videos?
I know I saw a poll before about getting plushes made. I want -- I NEED -- both! What's the timeline on a prototype and please tell me you're doing both
What do you like to do in your spare time? (If so if you have with all of your art lol)
Hmmm. I guess I like camping and working out
What if Pixie and Brutus were reversed?(Pixie an adult cat and Brutus the puppy)
What are your long term plans for P & B
I’m kinda going by the seat of my pants right now 😅. No big plans yet
Are you going to open commissions for doing portraits of other people's pets?
Not anymore, no
I'll ask again lol but any plans for merch? would totally buy a shirt 👌
Plushies will be coming soon
What's your advice for someone trying to start their own comic?
Just go for it, Start now!
I do a blog where I sometimes review comics. Wanna do an interview?
What made you want to write about a military working dog?
How old are Brutus and Pixie?
What gave you the idea for pixie and brutus
Will there be a comic of Pixie comforting Brutus having a PTSD moment? I would love to see a switch in protector mode between them both.
What got you into making comics?
I just saw someone else on insta doing it, so I was like: why not 🤷♂️
Do you consider yourself more like Pixie, Brutus, Lola, Mr. Wrinkles, other Hugo?
Hmmmmm, tough question, probably Lola
What was the best fan art or cosplay that you have seen of pixie and Brutus
Would you tell us about your furball pals, past and present?
If you could have one mythical creature what would it be?
Bigfoot hands down
Please draw Husky character. I have 2 huskies and as far as people told me, they are remarkably funny, hyper, goofy, silly, social butterflies 😍😍😍
Where did pixie come from?( A shelter? A neighbor?)
Haven’t thought of that 🤷♂️
Why y’all so cute?
Well he cropped me out so 🤔
Pixie will grow?
Nah, perpetual kitten
I’m fairly new here, so apologies if it’s been asked or is stupid. Are P & B based on your real pets or pets you know? I’d love their backstories. Thank you :)
Will you ever compile the Brutus and Pixie comics into a book? Or do a stand-alone book?
Undecided
Would you post some of your illustrating process?
Hmmm... interesting idea
Why did you choose to write a comic based around a military k-9, and how did brutus meet his current owner/ or how did the owner find out about brutus?
When will the Pixie and Brutus plush pets be available for sale??? 😁😁😁
Sooooooon
Do you have a girlfriend beside Spider?
Spider’s a dude sooooo
What happened to the wolf who traded places with the lap dog?
I’ll leave that up to the viewers imagination 😁
What led to you making the brutus and pixies comics and what's your dogs name lol
How long have you been drawing for; and what inspired Pixie and Brutus?
Sre you single?
100% single as a Pringle
Do you have any plans for print collections?
I love your work! Always brings a smile to my face. Would you be able to upload all your Pixie and Brutus work here? The Patreon exclusive and public stuff? :)
Then I only have to keep up with one account 😆😅
Have you think in doing a comic set during the days of war for bruts?
Are the issues with people sharing your patreon content going to change what you share on here? I don’t want to lose this awesome content
Shouldn’t effect it much. I’m getting better at dealing with thieves
Would people making human desgins/cosplaying human pixie and Brutus be okay with you?
Go for it 👍
Where did the inspiration for the Brutus and pixie comics come from?
How was i only 3 min late but 31 people are ahead of me?
Thank you for what you do.
How long did it take to get as good at drawing as you are?
Do you think you’ll make a pixie and Brutus comic book?
Qual foi sua inspiração para criar Pixie e Brutus?
No hablo espanol
Is it possible for you to upload conics other than Brutus And Pixie on here? I LOVE Lola and Mr. Wrinkles
Comics*
Do you hide a Bigfoot in all of the patreon comics as well? (This is important stuff ok, I always try to find it)
Usually not on my Patreon comics, but always on my Insta comics
Does brutus get nightmares and call out for pixie and she wakes him up and comforts him
Trying to find a good nail trimmer for my puppy, any recommendations?
What's your best piece of advice for making it in an artistic career?
Jeepers, broad question... practice and perseverance I guess 🤷♂️
What is your favorite character(s) to draw? Who/what is the most challenging?
Most challenging: Wrinkles
Is that LOLA?????
Nope, it’s my brothers male dog “Mossy”
Do you want more fur babies?
Currently: not really
How many pets do you have?
Just Spider
Who is your favorite character besides Pixie and Brutus (either to draw or to write for)?
Favorite and favorite to draw: Hugo
What is your pupper's name?
Spider. But the dog in the pic is my brothers “Mossy”
How was your day :)
All good in the hood 👍
If you can be any breed of dog what would you want to be?
German Shepherd I guess 🤷♂️
what’s your favorite species of animal? why?
I like bears... because, ya know, bears... they’re just cool 🤷♂️
Favorite cookies? Mine is BLUE COOKIES!!!
Chocolate chip... generic I know 😅
How'd you get inspired to create the Pixie and Brutus series?
What motivated Pixie and Brutus? Feels like you may have experience either first or second hand of a combat vet.
I actually have no military experience 😅. P and B were just another idea, like any other comic idea
Are all the animals from your comics based on animals you know?
None of them are actually 😅
Where ya goin
Mom and Dads
Who be that sweet sunshine baby in the backseat eh?
What inspired you to do Brutus and Pixie?
WHO IS THAT CUTIE IN THE BACK SEAT
My brother doggo “Mossy”
So... who is driving?
Me, believe it or not 😂