Monty now and as a puppy

I like this Sue.

What a beautiful dog Sue, Monty looks wonderful!

Thank you Carolyn and Margaret, Monty is my friends son's much loved dog and she asked me if i would paint him for her. First time painting an animal portrait and I struggled not to let the black coat look too flat. Still not sure I managed it. Any comments how I could improve this would be welcome. Many thanks, Sue.

typical border collie expression – beautifully captured :-)