So this cartoon can be tricky as its a sorta slice of life diary. So, theoretically at least, it is something their kid just spouted on a trip. My guess is the kid was thinking about the easter bunny portrayals like people in suits and that spurred the question. I mean when you think about it a man sized anthropomorphic bunny is sorta scary. Thats my take away. Of course the humor might also be how does an adult answer questions like this that kids bring up randomly.

I love that they are clearly clam digging. Clearly in the Pacific NW.

You have not lived until you have taken a dog clam-digging.

“WAIT, WAIT… HO HO HOL’ UP… You’re saying ‘I can dig… ALL I WANT… and… and… there’s FOOD at the other end???’ WE’RE CHASING FOOD IN THE DIRT??? OMGOMGOMG!!!”