(Wo)man's best friends, dogs, have been featured in art likely going as far back as 9,000 or 8,000 B.C. But our more recent history of pet portraiture, points directly to Britain, a country whose monarchs have long had many pets, and whose images were featured in art. “While individual dog portraits first began to gain traction in the eighteenth century, the Victorian era marked a surge in their popularity, driven in large part by Queen Victoria’s deep affection for dogs.”
As art collectors and pet pawrents, we have a number of works that feature Kitteh, our wonderful pup who passed away last week. We had these images made by various artists to celebrate her, and to celebrate our love for her.
We also recently had professional photographs taken of Kitteh and of us with her. The timing could not have been more prescient.
Kitteh O’Neil—aka the Boucher, Kittehcat (July 13, 2011 – September 3, 2025)
Our beautiful, somewhat aloof, fluffernutter Kitteh, crossed the rainbow bridge. She brought immense joy to our home with her big nose, expressive eyes and the softest fur. The Boucher was insistent when she wanted something like her absolute favorite chicken jerky, or to go inside after two minutes on the porch.
She sought out circles of sunlight for napping and loved her family fiercely. We loved her back just as ferociously.
You were our bestest girl, and we will always miss you Kittehcat, but are so grateful for the 14 years we got to have you as part of our family. We hope you are romping and running with many bunny friends in doggie heaven.
