1st appearance: December 17, 1980

Main characteristics:

    Garfield’s official girlfriend in the story. Arlene is a gap- toothed gal with a pouty pucker! Arlene brings a bit of romance to Garfield’s life, but don’t look for anything serious to develop. Garfield is still looking for a mate who accept him for what he is…perfect in every way.

 

Catchphrase:

    “Love means sharing your dinner…I’m not holding my breath for Garfield.”