April 20, 2025

From Shelter Dog to Renaissance Royalty – Winston’s Story

When Sarah adopted Winston — a shy, senior dog from a local rescue — she never imagined he’d one day sit above her mantel in royal regalia. Here’s how a custom portrait transformed more than just her wall.

1. Meet Winston

Winston had cloudy eyes, a missing tooth, and the gentlest soul. After months in the shelter, he finally found his forever home — and a family who saw his hidden charm.

A Boston Terrier and Pit Bull mix sits, looking into the camera, adorned with a crown of flowers. This image exemplifies Paco Floyd’s Custom Pet Portrait 'Flower Crown' style.

2. The Royal Treatment

Sarah chose a red velvet military uniform with gold accents for Winston’s royal portrait. “It just felt right,” she said. “Like he’d lived a dozen heroic lives before this one.”

A black dog sits in a mid-century modern living room. On the wall, a framed oil painting of a Boston Terrier adorned with a crown of flowers is displayed. This image exemplifies Paco Floyd’s Custom Pet Portrait 'Flower Crown' style.

3. Reactions That Melted Hearts

When the framed portrait arrived, Winston barked at it — then curled up beneath it like he knew. Everyone who visits asks about it, and Sarah tells them the whole story.

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