"LuLu" Pet Portraits In Charcoal
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Welcome back to my Pet Portraits In Charcoal Blog! Please read on about LuLu, her breed, and other Pet issues…BUT FIRST…If you would like your pet, or a friends pet portrayed in an 11 x 14 in. Charcoal Portrait sent to you, (or anyone you choose), anywhere in the world, and included in one of these blog posts for the world to see… Please visit this link and get the Info! http://www.petportraitsbycy.com/?page_id=743
LuLu is a hybrid breed, A cross between a French Bulldog, and a Labrador retriever. I will be discussing her breed shortly but first…..LuLu is Jon’s dog. He is 12 and is the brother of Julia, (who owns Clare, the object of my last Blog). LuLu is one of the 5 animals in the household, and she is basically the boss. She herds the other animals, is very vocal, will talk to you, and loves to sleep and snuggle with everyone in the family, including the other animals.
LuLu is an excellent watch dog, but has a very sweet disposition. She loves to chew her bone and she eats her dinner lying down, which earned her the nickname “Lazy Lu” from the family. Jon and LuLu love each other very much, Jon says he was looking for a special dog for three years before they adopted LuLu, and In his words, ” It was an Instant connection”. LuLu keeps tabs on both Jon and Julia and herds them whenever she can. LuLu is a great addition to this house hold and this is another wonderful example of the story of a boy and his dog.
LuLu is called a FrenchieLabrador, half French Bulldog, half Labrador Retriever. She has the best characteristics of both breeds. The French Bulldog was bred in 19thcentury England as a companion dog, called a “Toy Bulldog”, it is small, muscular and has a smooth coat. Its best known characteristic is its over sized “Bat” ears. It is very affectionate and is considered an excellent Lap warmer. It got its name because it became very popular in France and it was here that the breed gained notoriety.
The Labrador retriever is the most popular breed in the U.S.. It originated in Newfoundland as a companion to fisherman, and eventually, a retriever for game. Its prime objective in life is to please its Masters so it excells as a guide dog, and with its even temperament and train ability, it is a wonderful Family dog.
I have spent a fair amount of time with LuLu and she for sure has all of these great characteristic qualities from both of these breeds. I would highly recommend a Frenchie Labrador for the family who wants a medium sized, low maintenance and loyal dog.
Thank you for reading this installment Of Pet Portraits In Charcoal! In the coming weeks I have many more fun and interesting animals to share with you. I will be posting at least one Blog per week and many weeks more. Also be on the lookout for my “Pet Portrait Painting, Step by Step Blog” featuring the daily work progression that took place during my painting of “Abbey”. Please share this if it may interest your friends, and I will be blogging with you again soon! Cy
