Learn how to draw dog face features with floppy ears and sparkling eyes. This easy drawing tutorial builds a sweet puppy expression from simple rounded lines.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black pen or marker
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Time needed:
13 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Begin the Left Ear
Draw a long drooping loop with an open gap at the top. Curve the bottom broadly to create a soft floppy ear.
Pro Tip: Keep the inner and outer edges smoothly spaced apart.
Step 2: Add the Head and Right Ear
Connect a curved head top to the first ear, adding three small fur points. Draw a matching drooping ear on the opposite side.
Pro Tip: Compare both ears before closing their rounded lower ends.
Step 3: Complete the Face Outline
Add short tufts beneath both ears for fluffy cheeks. Join them with one wide curve forming the lower face.
Pro Tip: Center the lowest point of the chin beneath the head tuft.
Step 4: Draw the Left Eye
Place a large round eye inside the left half of the face. Add a curved pupil, bright highlight, and open lower shine area.
Pro Tip: Leave the highlight unfilled to keep the eye lively.
Step 5: Add the Second Eye
Draw a matching shiny eye on the right side. Surround it with a large oval patch and add a tiny nose bridge curve.
Pro Tip: Keep both pupils aimed in the same direction.
Step 6: Finish the Nose and Mouth
Draw a small horizontal oval nose between the eyes. Extend a short line downward, then curl two gentle curves into a smiling mouth.
Pro Tip: Keep the mouth smaller than the nose-to-eye spacing.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Floppy ears hang downward because their ear cartilage does not hold them upright.
- Dogs use facial expressions and body language to communicate.
- Large eyes and rounded cheeks create a youthful cartoon appearance.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Clean away guide marks and strengthen the furry outline, eyes, nose, and smile. Your step by step dog face drawing is finished, so color the ears and eye patch with your favorite shades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make both ears look balanced?
Mark their top and bottom positions lightly before drawing the final curves.
Can I change the eye patch shape?
Yes, make it rounder or more irregular while keeping it around one eye.
How should I color the highlights?
Leave them white or use a very pale color for contrast.
