Painterly Pet Portraits

Photo - Jim Epler

 Dogs learn martial arts in Japan!  It has long been rumored that Japanese bred dogs can be trained in the ancient fighting arts of Japan, and with the popularity of pets on the rise, training centers are much in demand.  This boom in pet ownership has led to many attitude changes concerning an animal's place in a household.  Many now enjoy regular accupuncture treatments and a comfortable spot inside the house. 

I'd love to see these karate pups in action!  If anyone has any pictures, please send them on in. 

Right?  Sure, I know what you're thinking-- "NO!  Not right.  My pet is irreplacable and has a completely individual personality!  I could not have the same relationship with any other pet."  And you know what, that's true!  We love our pets and they love us, forming a bond over time that cannot be the same between any other two creatures.  All across the world this is true.  It is what makes a pet.  Whether you own a pet in Russia or the United States, China or Brazil, a pet is a pet is a pet.  Special always.

Join The Traveling Pet, written by artist and pet enthusiast Anna Handy, as it explores the world looking for special pets and pet traditions of all kinds.