"Max & Willie" Pet Portraits In Charcoal
Welcome back to my Pet Portraits In Charcoal Blog! Please read on about “Max & Willie”, about their 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
Max and Willie are brother and sister from the same litter, born on May 25th and owned by Susan and Ron in Boulder Colorado. Willie is currently 11 years old, and Max sadly passed on at the age of 8. They were inseparable, and shared a special bond. Willie, the sister and smaller of the two was in fact the boss, she would at times herd Max around and would often literally sit on his head during times of rest (which come often for a Bulldog). As younger dogs they loved to chase the spot of a flashlight around the yard. Ron would wield the light watching them flounder on the grass trying to get the elusive bright circle. This would tire them quickly and they would soon retire to their doggy bed in the kitchen, usually with Willie sitting or lying on some part of Max.
Willie, understandably went through a period of depression after Max died but eventually returned to her more or less normal cute and very sweet tempered demeanor. She will follow you where ever you go around the house (especially if there is lightning) and is a cherished and loved important part of the family. Max and Willie could not have found a more wonderful family to live with, and Susan, Ron and their family all can say the same about these two awesome Bulldogs.
The Bulldog breed has made the most radical shift in canine history–from ferocious fighter to gentle companion. Originally they were bred for violence, mainly Bull baiting. With his short head and powerful jaw he could maintain a grip on another animal and remain breathing indefinitely. His low slung body was protection from a bulls horns. A Bulldog is a cross between a Mastiff, a Pug and a Terrier. Males weigh about 50 lbs. females around 40.
Bulldogs are renowned for their courage and tenacity and also possess great dignity and a noble heart. Not withstanding the previous paragraph on violence, nowadays he is a great guardian of both property and children, and few breeds can match his zeal and devotion as a friend. Bulldogs are an admirable breed for sure.
Thank You for reading about Max and Willie, I hope you found it enjoyable and educational. Check back soon for the next Pet Portraits In charcoal Blog. I have a lot more dogs, cats and next up I’ve got the Racehorse Smarty Jones! The 2004 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner!
