Shaggy Long-Haired Dog Sitting and Panting

A big shaggy dog sits facing forward with its front legs together and its back haunches tucked out to each side. Long, wavy hair covers its whole body and falls over the eyes in a center part. You can see a dark round nose, an open mouth, and a tongue hanging out. The coat is drawn with lots of fine wavy lines and dotted shading, and a few tufts of grass sit around the paws at the bottom. Because the fur has so many small sections, this page suits kids who like longer, calmer coloring sessions. Try soft grays, creams, or warm browns, and use a darker pencil along the wavy strands to make the fur look layered. Green and yellow crayons would work nicely for the grass. It is also a good starting point for talking about how different dog breeds have different coats.