Artist Illustrates the Adorable Reality of Living With a Little Dog

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

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Most pet owners would agree that the bond you have with your fluffy friend is something that’s unbreakable. New York-based artist Gemma Gené (of 157 of gemma) is one proud parent of an adorable pug named Mochi. She shares their hilarious day-to-day scenarios in a relatable daily webcomic that illustrates their adorable, inseparable relationship.

Mochi joined Gené’s family in 2012, but it wasn’t until 2014 that the artist began drawing her lovable pooch while on her daily subway commutes to and from work. From his jealous tendencies towards Gené’s husband Peli to his insatiable appetite, each cute comic perfectly captures Mochi’s hilarious personality. “He is super sweet and well-behaved, but he can be very sassy and pretty much does whatever he wants,” says Gené. “His favorite activities include sleeping, eating, and going for walks, specially when he is being carried.”

Although Mochi tends to demand full attention from his “Mami,” he actually has to share her with his equally cheeky twin brothers Huey and Duey, also known as the Twinchis. “They love playing with each other and annoying Mochi,” reveals Gené. “They spent most of their time making confetti out of books they destroy and getting into all sorts of trouble.”

Check out some of Gené’s illustrated moments with Mochi below and keep up to date with the charming webcomic series on Instagram. If you love Gené’s adorable drawings, you can also purchase her illustrations as art prints, stickers, and much more on Society6.

Gemma Gené's heartwarming webcomic illustrates what it's like to live with her pet pug named Mochi.

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

The pair clearly have an unbreakable bond.

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Mochi's hilarious sassy attitude is sure to put a smile on your face.

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Each illustration is totally relatable for fellow dog owners.

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Pug Comic by Gemma Gené

Gemma Gené / 157 of gemma: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Society6

My Modern Met granted permission to feature photos by Gemma Gené / 157 of gemma.

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Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer and Video Editor at My Modern Met. She earned a BA in Fashion and Textile Design at the University of Ulster in Belfast. Originally from Northern Ireland, she lived in Berlin for many years, where she fostered a career in the arts, dabbling in everything from illustration and animation to music and ceramics. She now calls Edinburgh home, where she continues to work as a writer, illustrator, and ceramicist. Her ceramics, often combined with hand-painted animation frames, capture playful scenes that celebrate freedom and movement, and blend her passion for art with storytelling. Her illustrations have been featured in The Berliner Magazine as well as other print magazines and a poetry book.
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