Red and Rover

By Brian Basset

Follow the adventures of 10-year-old Red, a boy who dreams of going to space and loves baseball, and his dog Rover, a loyal friend and chaser of squirrels. Whether flying through space, bouncing on the moon, fishing, waiting for Popsicle Pete, or delivering the paper, these two friends do everything together. For even more adventure and friendship, dive into the book, "Red and Rover: Fun’s Never Over."

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Cartoon panel featuring two characters discussing a pet owner’s neglect, with one character expressing sympathy for a person waiting at a bus stop in the rain. The dialogue highlights themes of responsibility and empathy.

A young boy playfully interacts with a dog, slurping as the dog licks his face. The boy expresses a humorous sentiment, highlighting the bond between children and pets.

Comic strip featuring a humorous exchange between a dog and a boy discussing TV shows and bacon. The dog offers to check the TV guide, and they joke about a character named Lassie saving bacon but not being included in a will, highlighting dogs' love for bacon.

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A young boy enjoys a bowl of cereal at the breakfast table, animatedly munching and gulping while a playful dog watches eagerly, hoping to share in the meal. The comic strip captures the fun and chaos of breakfast time.

A comic strip featuring a young boy with orange hair discussing the sacrifices made by others for his future, set against a backdrop of tall buildings. The scene captures a serious conversation about responsibility and generational impact.

A comic strip featuring a young boy practicing baseball swings, humorously reflecting on learning to handle disappointment while engaging with a dog. The boy's optimistic attitude contrasts with his missed hits, showcasing a lighthearted take on resilience and positivity.

A young boy holding a garden hose with a spray nozzle, accompanied by a dog, in a playful outdoor setting. The scene captures a lighthearted moment of summer fun and gardening activities.

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About Brian Basset

Brian Basset was born on Nov. 30, 1957. His father, Gene Basset, spent more than 40 years as a sports and theatrical cartoonist then an award-winning political cartoonist. As a child, Brian was always drawing and honed his humor skills by watching "My Three Sons," "The Monkees," and "The Brady Bunch" while he was growing up in McLean, Virginia.

Following high school, Brian enrolled at Ohio State University, majoring in fine arts. On the student newspaper, The Lantern, Brian sharpened his pencils and took up residence as the editorial cartoonist.

In 1978, Brian left Ohio State University and was hired at The Seattle Times, becoming one of the youngest political cartoonists in the country—a position he held until 1994. Ten years earlier, however, Brian dipped his pen into the world of comic strips with "Adam," a feature revolving around a stay-at-home father of three. Syndicated by Andrews McMeel Syndication, Brian would write and draw "Adam" (changed to “Adam@Home” in 1995 to tap into his own experiences after leaving editorial cartooning) for the next 25 years. In 2000, Brian launched his second comic strip feature, "Red and Rover," a retro-feel strip that revolves around the unconditional love between a boy and his dog. Brian is active in animal-related charities, especially with the Seattle/King County Humane Society.

The father of two grown sons, Brian lives, draws, and paints from his home among the misty fir trees in the Emerald City, Seattle.

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Cast

Cartoon character with red hair and a cheerful expression, wearing a yellow shirt, smiling and hugging themselves.

Red

Red (real name Russell) is a 10-year-old with dreams of going into space one day. He enjoys baseball and model rocketry. He loves Rover, his dog. Red can understand what Rover is thinking.

Cartoon illustration of a friendly yellow dog lying down with a bandaged paw, featuring a collar and a playful expression, set against a circular white background.

Rover

Rover is mostly Lab with some Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Portuguese Water Dog thrown in the mix. He is usually cool, calm and collected — except when he sees a squirrel — and is very loyal to Red. Red and Rover met when Rover rescued Red from being hit by a truck. Red took him home and he's been there ever since. Rover, in turn, can understand what Red is thinking.

Cartoon character sitting on a couch, reading a newspaper with a thoughtful expression, featuring a simple and colorful design.

Charlie

Charlie is Red's dad. He is an aerospace engineer who enjoys bowling and barbecuing.

Cartoon character with messy hair and glasses, expressing frustration or anger, set against a circular background.

Martin

Martin is Red's 17-year-old brother and one of the "in crowd." Martin's bedroom is in the basement, and he likes the Rolling Stones. He has bangs that often cover his eyes, and he has a girlfriend. Red can be seen either listening in on phone conversations or spying on Martin when she comes over. Martin doesn't think much of Red and frequently torments him.

Cartoon character with a large black hairstyle, wearing a blue headband and yellow necklace, holding a green telephone receiver with a surprised expression.

Carol

Carol is Red's mom. She is a part-time community college administrator and is known for her yummy fudge.