Skip to content
The Good Dog Guide Everything Dog Friendly

A painted or drawn portrait can capture a dog's expression in a way that feels different from a photograph. Some artists produce lifelike pencil studies showing every whisker, while others use loose watercolour, rich oils or bold digital shapes. The choice is as much about the artist's eye as the medium they use.

Most commissioned portraits begin with photographs, so clear images of the dog's face, coat and characteristic posture are helpful. Artists may work from a single favourite picture or combine several references to produce a natural composition. Getting the eyes and expression right can matter more than including every detail of the background. For long-haired dogs, distinctive markings or unusual coat colours, the examples in an artist's portfolio are particularly revealing.

Portraits also come in different forms. Traditional framed pictures sit alongside digital prints, humorous cartoons, multi-pet compositions and small pieces made as gifts. Some artists offer memorial portraits after a pet has died, using cherished photographs to create something personal. The tone can be gentle and understated or full of the humour that made a particular dog unforgettable.

Finished size, framing, delivery and how much input you have during the commission can differ between artists. Original artwork may need careful packaging, while a digital file can offer more choice over printing. Turnaround times also depend on the artist's workload and technique. A style you enjoy looking at every day is a better guide than simply choosing the most detailed picture available.

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLorraines Dog Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedNicola J Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedEmbrace Designs

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMelanie and Nicholas

♡ Favourite♥ SavedCharlotte Rhodes Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPencil Design

♡ Favourite♥ SavedIllustration by Abi

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJess Harris Artwork

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMargaret Scanlan Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPencil Sketch Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSKH Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMandy Jackson Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPet Portraits by Aron Gadd

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAnnabelle Valentine

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSindy's Dog Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBeverley Sweetman - Artist

♡ Favourite♥ SavedGeorgia Harvey Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedCoconuttowers

♡ Favourite♥ SavedNaomi Jenkin Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMalini Croxson Pet Portrait Artist

♡ Favourite♥ SavedArtwork By Emily Tull

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFiona Finlayson Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPet Portraits UK

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSG. Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJoanne Rowland Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSara Abbott Studio

♡ Favourite♥ SavedRebecca Taylor Graphite Artist

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPawtastic Printz

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSophie Ella Fine Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedRoxanne Barker

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Little Design Studio Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedArt On The Hoof

♡ Favourite♥ Savedipaintdogs (Samantha Barnes Artist)

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPetPortraiture.co.uk

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMary Herbert animal artist

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJessica Ross - Sussex Portrait Artist

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSinnott Artworks

♡ Favourite♥ SavedVicky Kuhn Illustration

♡ Favourite♥ SavedUnique Pet Pawtraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedGraphite Delight Pawtraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSophie Stock Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJoy Draws Dogs

♡ Favourite♥ SavedHiggledy Ink Illustration

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFur, Feathers & Felt

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFurr & Family

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLaura Beardsell-Moore Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJane Leitch SWA. Assoc.

♡ Favourite♥ SavedCreated to Treasure Pottery & Castings

♡ Favourite♥ SavedOliver Harbour, Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedKaren Felt Fantastic

♡ Favourite♥ SavedContemporary Canines

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAZPaintings.com

♡ Favourite♥ SavedTrue To Your Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPeople and Pet Portraits by Sarah Victoria George

♡ Favourite♥ SavedHelen’s Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedDrawings by Emily

♡ Favourite♥ SavedIrisha's Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPortraits by Kerry

♡ Favourite♥ SavedOnly Originals

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLisa's Felt Friends

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMoongazey Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBobby's Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPawfect Creation

♡ Favourite♥ SavedColour Pencil Portraits by Claire Mills

♡ Favourite♥ SavedArt By Caroline

♡ Favourite♥ SavedCommission it Ltd

♡ Favourite♥ SavedClaire Alice Designs

♡ Favourite♥ SavedRob Bateman Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedGillian Ussher Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedKirstie Anstee Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLizziarts (Pet Portrait Fine Artist)

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSaggers Fine Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPepper & Pixie Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAstrid Brisson

♡ Favourite♥ SavedClaire Martin

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPet Portraits by Tania Coffey

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBespoke Pet Portraits by Sarah

♡ Favourite♥ SavedDotty Dog Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAndrea Naylor Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedUnique Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFiona Green Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedArt by Talitha

♡ Favourite♥ SavedA Very Modern Dog

♡ Favourite♥ SavedInez Wait - Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMarks Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBespoke & Personal

♡ Favourite♥ SavedMCB Pencil Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedCatherine Beale Commissions

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBinkys Grooming and Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJo Walker Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedArt by Jennifer

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAimee Hedley Pet & Wildlife Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSBsPapercraft

♡ Favourite♥ SavedDog Portraits UK

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJulie McDonald Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFay Brotherhood Fine Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSharon's Pet, Equine & Animal Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFine Pet Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedFor Dogs' Sake Treats

♡ Favourite♥ SavedGlenda Maynard Animal Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedAnne Wassell Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedRachieroocards

♡ Favourite♥ SavedKate Ferguson Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLucinda Coldrey Fine Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedSophia Burnell Portraits

♡ Favourite♥ SavedRide a Wave Design

♡ Favourite♥ SavedKenneth Gould Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLittle Robin Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedHelen Thair Art

♡ Favourite♥ SavedPrinting With Paws

♡ Favourite♥ SavedpenningtonART