Green Lantern was published by DC Comics, then known as National Periodical Publications, lasting for 38 issues from 1941 until 1949. Green Lantern had previously made is debut in the anthology series, All-American Comics, beginning with issue #16 and was popular enough to feature in his own magazine. In addition to the regular Green Lantern features, back-up stories included regular strips such as Hop Harrigan and Mutt & Jeff. Alan Scott also acquired a pet dog, named Streak, that would sometimes feature on the main cover.