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Spackle Cartoonist Dave Coverly Unleashes New Canine Comic Book

W&C contributing cartoonist Dave Coverly celebrates dogs with a hilarious new comic collection.

By John Wyatt, Editor
The sleeve of Dave Coverly's Speed Bump book My Support Dog Ate My Comfort Food: A Collection of Canine Comics
Dave Coverly/Andrew McMeel
July 12, 2026

Award-winning cartoonist Dave Coverly, the longtime creator of the nationally syndicated Speed Bump comic panel and the official cartoonist for Walls & Ceilings magazine since 2000 with his comic Spackle, has released a new collection celebrating man's best friend.

"My Support Dog Ate My Comfort Food: A Collection of Canine Comics" brings together Coverly's favorite dog-themed cartoons from the past decade, capturing the humor, quirks and unconditional companionship that have made dogs one of his most beloved subjects. From imagined Westminster Dog Show after-parties to the philosophical mysteries behind squeaky toys, the collection showcases the wit and observational humor that have defined Speed Bump for more than 30 years. 

For readers of W&C, Coverly's name is already a familiar one. Since 2000, he has served as the magazine's official cartoonist, providing readers with his signature blend of clever humor and offbeat perspectives that have become a fixture of the publication.

Beyond the construction industry, Coverly's work reaches millions through Speed Bump, which appears in hundreds of newspapers and publications, including The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and Detroit Free Press. A four-time National Cartoonists Society "Best Newspaper Panel" winner, he also received the organization's prestigious Reuben Award as Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year in 2009. 

Coverly also serves as principal illustrator for BarkBox and actively supports animal welfare organizations, including PETA and Humane World for Animals. He lives and works in Ann Arbor, Mich., where he creates his cartoons from an attic studio, often with inspiration from his old dog Macy (RIP).

Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing, "My Support Dog Ate My Comfort Food" is available through Simon & Schuster and other booksellers. The collection is a must-have for dog lovers, comic fans and anyone who appreciates Coverly's distinctive ability to find humor in everyday life.  

For information on book signings and presentations, contact speedbumpcomic@comcast.net.

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John Wyatt is editor of Walls & Ceilings magazine, bringing more than two decades of experience with BNP Media. He joined the company in 2000 as an associate editor, contributing to both Walls & Ceilings and Roofing Contractor before assuming the role of editor in 2008. In addition to his work with the brand, Wyatt collaborates across BNP’s architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) portfolio, supporting related publications and initiatives. He can be reached at 248-205-6659 or wyattj@bnpmedia.com.

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