Gather a reference photo of the dog you want to draw
Observe the dog’s overall shape, proportions, and posture
Lightly sketch the basic head, body, legs, and tail shapes
Mark the placement of the eyes, nose, ears, and mouth
Refine the outline of the head and muzzle
Add the neck, chest, back, belly, and limb contours
Check proportions by comparing sizes and angles
Draw the eyes with correct shape, placement, and highlights
Draw the nose with accurate structure and shading
Add the mouth, whisker area, and ear details
Build the fur texture with short, layered pencil strokes
Follow the direction of hair growth
Darken shadows under the chin, ears, body, and legs
Blend and soften areas where needed
Add highlights to show shine on fur and eyes
Refine paws, claws, and facial features
Erase construction lines carefully
Adjust contrast to make the drawing look realistic
Review the whole drawing for symmetry and accuracy