***This giveaway is now closed – see who won below!***
And the lucky random pet parent who’s about to get a cheery pet portrait is… Kirstin (who’s excited to get a portrait of Lola, her “adorable Boston Terrier/English Bulldog mix”). Congrats Kirstin AND Lola! UPDATE: Kirstin sent us a photo of Lola. Isn’t she a heartbreaker?
Somebody turned six last week around here. And his name rhymes with Schmurger (video evidence to come on Young House Life – we just have to upload it). Anyway, in honor of that exciting canine milestone, we’re hosting an exciting canine giveaway, courtesy of our good friend (and fellow Virginian) Lesli Devito. She’s got an incredible knack for turning a photo of your pet into a brightly colored, cheerful piece of artwork that’ll wake up any wall. So start digging out that perfect snapshot of your pup (or kitty or whatever else) and hunting for the perfect spot for that 20 x 20″ custom painting that just may be coming your way!
- PRIZE: A custom pet painting from Leslie Devito Paintings up to 20″ x 20″ in size (a $500 value)
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “PAINT MY PET!” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: … what pet you’d want painted. And while you’re at it, what’s one thing that makes your pet especially lovable, weird, loyal, or just generally fun to have around?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, October 3rd at 8pm EST or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: The United States & Canada
- DISCOUNT: 15% off any order when you mention YHL with your order (through October 15th)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of Lesli Devito.
Ang says
PAINT MY PET! We have a three year old schnorgi named Wally. He’s only 20lbs but he is fearless of anything…except the toaster. Yes the toaster. Giant dobermans? No problem…the sight of the toaster sends him running to hide under the bed though!
Katie says
PAINT MY PET! Our one year old chocolate lab, Augustus Franklin, or as we call him Gus. He is very well behaved, but occasionally gets very scared of random items like sticks.
As a puppy he was afraid of his carseat harness. So much that one day when we went to take him to Petsmart for class, he hopped up on the pushed in dining room chair and sat on the seat so I couldn’t see him (as it was under the table).
Also as a pup he was afraid of peanut butter. NO kidding.
Katie says
PAINT MY PET!! My pup, Stout, is a rescue (from a local Richmond, VA rescue – Bonnie Blue Rescue) and the cutest mix of American Bulldog, Boston Terrior, and Pointer. So he looks like the boston as far as colors go, but has the ears and face of the american bulldog and the tail of the pointer. We love him to bits and pieces!
Alaina says
PAINT MY PET! My family’s dog, Peppermint, is a Yorkie who loves to dress up and have his picture taken. Last Christmas, he heard the camera shutter when my mom took a picture of my dad and brother, so he ran into the room and sat in front to pose with them!
Melissa says
PAINT MY PET!
Since I’m petless at the moment, I’d have a portrait made as a gift for my mother-in-law. Her chihuahua is their only grandchild and she adores him!
Jessica says
Paint my pet!!
I would get a painting of our miniature dachshund Oliver. He is super cute & gets into a lot of trouble! He keeps us on our toes…
Elizabeth says
PAINT MY PET! I’d love to have our dog Baxter painted. He’s a sweet, lovable and cuddly rescue dog who has turned into a great big brother for our two month old baby girl.
Jen says
PAINT MY PET! I’d definitely want a painting of my Tibetan Terrier mix Priya. There are so many things that make Priya fun to be around; she has a huge personality! One of the funniest is her enthusiasm for her “play dead” trick. You can almost see how tortured she is trying to stay still in the right pose and keep the tail wagging to a minimum when we give the command. Her love of carrots but disdain for any sort of fruit is pretty comical too.
Ann says
Paint my pet! My kitty, Tiger, deserves to be immortalized forever. He is my snuggle buddy – he always comes looking for me around 9 PM because that is usually bed time.
Rosie says
Paint my pet! I would love to have my main man Moose painted! He’s a russian siberian kitty that loves to snuggle up in my hair and purr himself to sleep. :)
Mary K says
PAINT MY PET! I’d like a painting of my puppy, Scout, a yorkie. She spins in five circles every time I walk through the front door.
Meg says
PAINT MY PET!
My amazing first pooch Bromley. I could not have asked for a better first pup! He’s been with us for almost a year and a half and every time I look at him, I melt because he’s just so cute! Gotta love the floppy ears :)
t says
PAINT MY PET! Would love a portrait of my sweet Boston Terrier, Violet.
Melissa G says
PAINT MY PET!
Id love a picture of my big fat white boxer Morgan. He is such a sweet heart. My 3 year old daughter just adores him and he is SOO good with her. She recently made him sit in front of her play vanity, “painted” his nails and put princess dress up heels on him. Best Doggy Eva!!
Emily A says
PAINT MY PET!
I would love love LOVE if my black goldedoodle Higgins!
He’s my dorky fur-baby! He makes every bad day go away!
Courtney says
Paint my pet!! My dog-in-law is the sweetest little 10 year old bichon. She is a little old lady and I would love a painting of her to put in our newlywed home!
Amanda T says
PAINT MY PET! We have a chichuahua named Phoebe and a yellow lab named Lola and thier painting would look so cute in our nursery!
Margaret says
PAINT MY PET! Please! I would have my mighty and regal dog, Bruce, painted. Somehow she would have to get his beautiful momo corgi butt in there (my favorite feature)!
Katie M. says
Paint my pet!
Can I do a collage of our pup and two kitties? Maybe with my hubby and I, sort of Brady Bunch style?? ;)
Jennifer D. says
PAINT MY PET! He’s a Shih Tzu, mama’s boy, and reminds everyone of Chewbacca.
Amanda says
Paint my pet! I would have our new puppy, Sadie the Chihuahua mix, painted. She would have to be painted on her back because she rolls over for a belly scratch to greet everyone!
J says
PAINT MY PET!
I’d have my little monster, Frankie, painted (he just turned five yesterday)! He is the weirdest looking dog I’ve ever seen, but he’s my weirdo so life is good!
Kim says
PAINT MY PET! I’d have my dog painted. He passed quite a few years ago but we love remembering him and laughing about how much of a scaredy-cat he was. He was afraid of everything- cars, plastic bags, loose change, you name it… and he was a 120 lb Golden Retriever!
Amanda C says
PAINT MY PET!
I would love a portrait of our black lab/beagle mix, Paws! She is a rescue dog and we are so in love with her! She looks like a black lab puppy and has the best personality, she’s our little love!
Amy says
PAINT MY PET!…our mixed breed pup mr. harley.
Erin says
“PAINT MY PET!” I have two dogs, and I’d have a really hard time choosing between them, so I might have to just pick on for the freebie and pay for the other. My pups are awesome. They always know how to pick me up when I need it. :)
Bee says
PAINT MY PET!
I would absolutely LOVE to have a portrait of my cat painted. We’ve had her for five years now and I don’t know what I’d do without her. She’s super rude (always purposely knocking things off the desk… and making direct eye contact while she does it) but makes up for it by being the most beautiful, affectionate cat ever.
Sarah Mc says
PAINT MY PET! We have 2 chihuahua’s–funny, loyal, and very spoiled.
Amie says
PAINT MY PET!
I would love to have my two cats painted. They are polar opposites in size and temperament but so alike in social skills. They are notorious for winning over the worst cat-hater with their big eyes and affectionate, forceful cuddling.
Jen says
PAINT MY PET!! I would LOVE to have a painted picture of my dog Penny. She is a mixed bread adopted from a shelter and has been bringing so much happiness to my life since I adopted her almost 5 years ago.
Allyssa says
PAINT MY PET!
I’d love to get my cat Cali painted for my mom. When she passed away my mom was heartbroken, so I know she’d love a painting of her!
Careen says
PAINT MY PET My Rosie, a mutt, who is full of fluffy-white goodness with caramel undertones and ears is our true love. We adopted her last year. Most of the time we have to tell her to “pee pee outside” or she’ll forget b/c she’s too worried about chipmunks. Then she sneak pees behind the couch. Mama mia!
Plus, I’ve been wanting one of these by Lesli for awhile now! (and I used to live in Crozet.) Please let this be my lucky win!!!
Heather says
PAINT MY PET!
I would have my Shiba Inu, Oso painted. He is the most sensitive dog! If you are feeling bad he will sit next to till you feel better.
Kacey K says
PAINT MY PET
I have two dogs: Jeb, a ten year old black and tan coonhound who still loves to play and go on walks but enjoys sleeping his day away if allowed; and Betsy, a five month old hound mix who we’re just getting to know and changes daily. She is a spicy little girl. I’d love to have both of my little puppies painted.
Melissa says
Paint My Pet! I would love to have our Beagle Cassie painted, she is my husbands first dog and she is his little poop eating girl. Yep, I’m shaming her on Young House Love. Our beagle is only allowed to kiss us after her teeth have been brushed. : )
Jill says
PAINT MY PET!
I would love a painting of my dog Britta…but my mom’s faithful companion, Anna the golden retriever, is sick, and I think it’d mean a lot to our family to have her portrait!
Annie says
PAINT MY PET!
I’d have my black lab Gracie painted. She loves when I throw the ball and will stand at the door dropping the ball until I’ll come out and throw it!
Jennifer says
PAINT MY PET! I have a lovable rescue dog, Sherman (aka Big Perm) and we’ve been together for 11 years. He has been my constant companion through many life changes during that time…I can’t imagine my days without him!
Rikke says
PAINT MY PET!
Definitely our English bulldog, Chubbs. He’s the best! He’s great with our two year-old (even when he attempts to ride him like a horse) and a hit with everyone in the neighborhood. They may not know our names, but everyone knows Chubbs!
Kitty says
PAINT MY PET!
i would love to have a pet, but I don’t have one now… sad…
Kristen says
PAINT MY PET!!
We have a sweet sweet dog we rescued when she was around 3, she had been badly abused and was sick. That was over 7 years ago and she is the sweetest dog EVER! She’s so protective over our boys and so cuddly – even being a good 50 pounds.
Jessica DuMouchel says
Paint my pet!
Lola (my puggle) is amazing because she gives the most amazing welcomes! No matter what kind of day I have had she can always cheer me up with her wagging tail and grinning smile!
Katie says
PAINT MY PET!
I’d have our sweet black lab Bailey painted.
Laura says
Paint My Pet!! I have a yellow lab named Berkley! He is our only child! And spoiled rotten at that!
Chrissy says
PAINT MY PET! It would probably be a coin flip between our coonhound and blue heeler mix. Both are lovely adopted pets!
Alisa says
Please paint my pet. My dog Buxta is human. I’ve never seen a more empathetic dog in tuned with people’s emotions and feelings!
Brenda says
Paint my pet! I would want a painting of my brother and his girlfriend’s cat Walter. He’s a really friendly, calm cat, and he’s a great pet.
Jessie W. says
PAINT MY PET! Well, actually paint my twin sister’s pet yellow lab, Lily. She is so cute and cuddly and I almost think of her as my pet!
Sara says
PAINT MY PET PLEASE!!!! I would want my miniature dachshund named Winston painted. He is 6 years old and easily the love of me and my fiance’s life. He is full of energy and so loving. Wherever I am, he is right there next to me snuggled up close. He has been my little guardian angel on earth for 6 years and hopefully many more to come!
Emily s says
Paint my pet! I choose my dog, she has the biggest personality of any dog I’ve ever known.