***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.
Colleen says
PAINT MY PET! I have a 14-year-old west highland white terrier, Brewster, who is the love of my life :) We call him “king Brewster”, because he thinks he run’s the place… always trying to “protect” us from lightening and fireworks :)
Judi says
¡Paint my pet por favor!
Frankie, the Shiba Inu, is my right hand gal in most of my DIY home projects and even when I’m away she’s busy with her own::
http://just-judi.tumblr.com/post/27550899611/bad-doggie
so I’d like her to be just as represented in our tiny studio apartment (less so in poop bags).
laura says
I don’t have a pet, but I am loving the horse and cow paintings on her site! I would love one of those in my new apt!
Julie Dearing says
PAINT MY PET!! I’d have our dog AKA child painted. When we first rescued him, he was a terror! He ate my Mac, blinds, furniture, you name it! Now that he is older, I don’t know what we would do without him. All of that trouble was worth it. He’s family!
Kelly says
PAINT MY PET!
I love my dogs Salvador Doggie (Pug) and Rhiannon Mac (Wire Fox Terrier). Since Sal is older, I would pick him for my free portrait if I should be so lucky to win. Regardless if I win this contest or not, I am a winner for bringing home Sal almost 14 years ago. He has been a constant source of joy and laughter although he is a pretty stubborn character too. I love him more than I publicly care to admit, but he is truly something special. One of the sweetest dogs I know, unless given a bully stick (dried animal tendon–yuck) and then he loses his mind and becomes a possessive demon. So, barring any dried tendons around, he truly is a saint who would look salvadorable in paint! Thank you.
Bryan says
PAINT MY PET I would have our pup Riley painted…she’s our little rescue dog that’s about to turn 1!
Jessica says
PAINT MY PET! I would love to have a portrait of my main squeeze, Doug the Pug. He is the best snuggler this side of the Mississippi! Great giveaway!!
Abby says
PAINT MY PET! I would want a painting of my beloved horse Legend, who was my best friend, my pet, my first horse, and helped earn money for me in college. He was so loving and affectionate and I miss him every day, even though he died over 6 years ago.
Amanda Pearl says
PAINT MY PET! I would love to have a painting of our chocolate lab, Mousse! The weirdest thing he does is rubs his body along the couch, bed or any furniture basically just like a cat! Hilarious! He cracks us up every day.
Ariana says
Paint my Pet! My golden retriever Rory is my best friend, and she shows affection by getting as close to you/on top of you as possible. this usually means she sleeps wrapped around my neck like a scarf.
Jessica says
Paint my pet!!
Alison says
PAINT MY PET!
Chester Arthur is a sweet, lovable attack puggle! He slays volleyballs, but also dragons, pencils and kleenex.
Brenda says
PAINT MY PET! Although he’s no longer with us, I’d like my pug, Tommy, painted. He was the best dog ever!
Bethany says
paint my pet! My cats Lewis and Clark!
Alison says
how could I forget his biggest obsession with licking? His nicknames include Sir Lix-A-Lot, Lickasaurus Rex, and Rockstar.
jillian says
PAINT MY PET!
My Yorkie, Phoebe!
Brittany says
PAINT MY PET!! (lol)
My cat RILEY, she was the runt of the litter when I saved her from being picked on — I’d never had a cat before so I wasn’t sure what to do with her. I ended up teaching her to fetch toy mice. Now she ‘hunts’ them on her own.. sets them up around the corner, backs away and then pounces on her prey! It’s fun to watch :)
Danielle says
PAINT MY PET! We would love to have our Lady painted. She is a mutt from the shelter and the best dog. She had puppies who were about 6 weeks old when we got her. She had the hugest nipples that almost hit the ground. As soon as we brought her home my neighbor pointed out (while laughing), that “YOU, the lactation consultant, of course would get the breastfeeding dog!” lol. I guess I can not stay away from helping new mommies, whether they are people or animals!!
Shary says
Paint my pet! Our dog Starla is the best ever!! She can run and play hard or she can sleep the day away. She’s great with little kids and friendly with adults. She lets us know when a stranger comes and then rolls over and says “pet me”.
Katelyn Mc says
PAINT MY PET! Tyrannosaurus Rex is the best! Because we got a poodle we knew he had to have a great name…and a mohawk!He loves playing ball and peanut butter too.
Nan says
PAINT MY PET! All of our dogs are wonderful so I’d have to do eenie meenie miney moe to pick the winning mug/mutt!
Amanda s says
Paint my pet! We have a back yard praying mantis that is very special to us b/c of the p.m. That landed in my bouquet on our wedding day!
Kimbercrafts says
Paint my pet! My family’s beloved pup Daphne passed away this past spring, and I would love to have a custom portrait of her. She was the spunkiest dog I’ve ever known!
Kylie Stricklin says
PAINT MY PET!
Our family dog, Justus, is the most loveable and fun lab/rodesian mix. As he was my husband’s wedding present, he represents the two of us together, but not only that, he is the sweet protector of our new baby girl. What a representation of our family, that precious pup!
Jesllee says
PAINT MY PET! That would be our cat, Kenshin. We think he’s part puppy. He doesn’t rub your legs to show you affection, he licks you. If he’s angry, he bites. And he loves to drink from the toilet.
Marlo says
PAINT MY PET! I’d have my boxer, Oscar, painted. He’s the wiggly, cuddly, messy, loving, loyal dog that completes our little family. Can’t imagine life without him :)
Elaine F says
PAINT MY PET! I have a yorkie named Latte who has no idea she only weighs 5 pounds. She has so much personality and is completely obsessed with her bright orange tennis ball.
Hilary says
PAINT MY PET…
Great Dane!
Tricia A says
PAINT MY PET!
Mrs. Butterworth says
PAINT MY PET! Our black lab Elka goes crazy when we say “Clay Aiken.” We discovered it when we watched Celebrity Apprentice. Anyone know a good dog shrink?
Jenny says
PAINT MY PET!!!
Annie B says
PAINT MY PET! OK I don’t actually have a pet, but this would be a perfect wedding present for my brother and his fiance. Their dog is their baby!
Melissa says
PAINT MY PET!
I would paint my dog Leah, a standard schnauzer. She is very rambunctious and sweet! She is a great pet and too smart!
Amanda says
PAINT MY PET!!
I would have a portrait of my beloved, 10 year old city-pound rescue though looks like a pure bred Jack Russell named Oscar made.
Maribel says
PAINT MY PET! I would love for my Yorkie Elmo to be painted. He’s spoiled rotten and is a notorious bed hog.
Angela Wilson says
PAINT MY PET!!! My dog Summer might be the biggest lap dog ever. She is a yellow lab and the biggest cuddler ever! Girl’s best friend for sure!
Amy says
Paint my pet. Please paint my beagle mix Lucy who died very young of cancer. We love and miss her and would love a painting of her!
Jane in NV says
PAINT MY PET! or aka my grand dog, Boone. :) He is such a good-boy and so good natured and friendly. It would be such a special treat to have his painted portrait. Thank you for the super opportunity!
Kinnon says
PAINT MY PET!
Who? My silver lab, Wilson! Why? Because he’s the sweetest boy in the world! He’s my food loving, frisbee freak!
Shannon says
PAINT MY PET! I would have my Maltese, Dylan, painted. He is such a cuddly little baby and follows me around everywhere. He loves his walks, but us, not so much :) He is only 10 pounds but thinks he is 100 pounds, and tries to take on the big dogs.
margaret says
paint my pet! well, actually my brother’s golden retriever since we don’t have a pet. katie is getting up in years (13 this spring) and she is loved by all of our family. she was actually my parents’ dog until my brother asked for her to live with him. quite possibly the sweetest dog ever. even if she is almost completely blind and deaf now! it would be so great to get a painting of her before she leaves us.
Jennifer says
PAINT MY PET! I’d love to see a portrait of my little beagle Rigby! That sniffer is something to watch work, and she’s the sweetest pup ever. She loves everyone she meets!
Kristie says
PAINT MY PET!! I wouldn’t have my pet painted, but one of my friend’s pets. She loves her dog, Colie, so much that she even had a birthday party for her this summer.
Melissa says
Paint My Pet!
I would have a painting done of my three cats, but Roxie is my favorite. She has such a funny personality. It’s never a dull moment when she’s around!
AllieN says
PAINT MY PET! We treat our dogs like kids. Their names are Ritz and Crackers. :) They make us smile every single day with their little antics. From our pittie “rooing” to our little viszla/rat terrier mix jumping strait into our arms from the ground. We love our babies!
Anna says
PAINT MY PET!
James Taylor is my new puppy and he is just a lovebug!
mollie d says
Oh, I have to have this
paint my pet! I would get it done of our sweet, loveable mutt Lady. She turns 18 this year. We probably don’t have a whole lot more time with her, but every time we think she’s done, she just keeps on chuggin! She’s the sweetest dog in the world…
Amanda B. says
Paint my pet!
Well, not really my pet, but I hope you’ll make an exception once you hear my story. My mom and sister just lost their sweet little dog Emmy last week and I think it would be lovely if they could have a cheerful painting of her to call up happy memories.
Frances says
Paint my Pet!
My cat Odie is the best cat ever. I know everyone probably says that but dammit mine is! He is friendly and loyal and looks like a little puma.
Kayla says
PAINT MY PET…Coco is our chihuahua mix that we rescued 5 years ago. She’s our first baby!