Custom watercolor pet portraits painted from the heart that give back.

Although they have short legs, their body is long which means they could be able to reach the table top to table surf, unlike other dogs with longer legs & shorter bodies that can’t reach the top.  Standing 12” at the withers and weighing 35 to 70 pounds, the Basset is...

The Basenji got its nickname “Bark-less Dog” because they don’t bark.  But,
they are far from silent.  They yodel (commonly called a “barroo”), moan, wail and howl due to their unusually shaped larynx.  Originally from central Africa, the Basenji is
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Contrary to its name, the Australian Shepherd Dog did not originate in Australia.

Native to California, the Aussie was developed in the 19th Century as a working dog.

This ever growing popular breed needs a task to use up its energy and drive.  Throw them a frisbee and w...

Although the ancestry of the Staffordshire Terrier comes from England, the American Staffordshire Terrier was instrumental to the early farmers settling in America for general farm work, guarding the homestead, and as a companion dog.  It is a cross between the Bulldog...

If they could only ride a bike, the Alaskan Malamute would make a great Triathlete.
They are known for their strength and endurance.  They love to jog and swim.  Now if we could only teach them to ride a bike!  Or, maybe they could pull the bike!  Just a thought....

Originally from the northern region of Japan, The Akita Inu was of ten the preferred breed of Japanese aristocrats.  They are very loyal and portective of the family, but you have to let them know that you are the pack leader.  Training must begin early on to let the A...

The Airedale Terrier is above average in obedience and working intelligence. Therefore they may become bored with repetitive training techniques. So, a trainer needs to be creative in his approach to keep the attention of this breed to make learning fun. Taking a play...

I am creating a series called, “A Breed A Week” of paintings of all the breeds of dogs and write something about their temperament and history. I am starting with the Afghan Hound and will be going through the alphabet which will take me well in to 2014. Be sure to sta...