Behind every great artist is a four-legged muse begging for snacks and potentially shredding priceless canvases. Many iconic artists had beloved dogs who were part of their creative lives and sometimes even appeared in their work. The tradition continues today, with plenty of creatives saying their studios would be incomplete without their pets.
While some exceptions exist, dachshunds are the winners for artists’ favourite dogs. While Frida Kahlo preferred the Mexican Xoloitzcuintli dogs, a significant number of other artists were obsessed with sausage dogs, and relied on them for comfort and inspiration.
