Canine crafts: help your dog create their own artwork

Home’s where the art is. Help your pooch unleash their inner Jackson Paw-lock with this tasty 2-in-1. A treat for your dog, and some beautiful homemade artwork for your home.  

Make it together using household items and your furry pal’s tongue. 

You’ll need:  

• paints (non-toxic) 
• canvas or card 
• large sandwich bags  
• peanut butter (Xylitol-free), or another low-fat dog-friendly treat 
• your dog.  

How to create your masterpiece:  

   1. pick which colours of paint you’d like to include. Red to represent undying love for your pooch? Yellow to pay tribute to your favourite dog charity? The choice is yours 

   2. dollop and drizzle your different paints around the canvas 

    3. spread your treat over the upward-facing side of your sandwich bag 

    4. pop the canvas inside the bag, securing it closed  

   5. place the bag somewhere where your dog can easily reach it, like the floor, or on a raised surface for taller pups   

   6. let the licking begin! Make sure to supervise your Pablo Pup-casso at all times while they create their artwork, and never force them into the activity      

   7. once they’re done, remove the canvas from the bag and leave it to dry  

   8. take the tape off and hang your masterpiece in your best pal’s happy place.   

Surprising what a lick of paint can do, eh?

Sharing’s caring

We’d love to see what your Vincent van Woof has created. Why not take a pic and share it on your socials for other dog people to see. And don’t forget to tag us @dogstrust when you do.