Hoofbeats

R achel Einhorn and Joan Hoof ask Lindesfarne to officiate their nuptials in this, the 21st collection of "Kevin & Kell" strips. Lindesfarne agrees, not knowing it will lead to a side career as counsellor for the entire plant kingdom. In nonmatrimonial events, Caniche has to avoid her murderous former employers by seeking refuge with the Dewclaws. Easter drama ensues. Coney and Lin change their fur patterns, while Lindesfarne and Fenton attend an unusual Renaissance Faire. Kell and her colleague Frank have a weight loss competition. Summer brings the annual trip to camp for Coney and her friends; this being more eventful than most with Wendell and Coney swapping identities. Add Francis's human cleverness, and stir. The new herbivore preschool starts in the autumn, as Rachel is hired for the unenviable task of overseeing Wendell.