Really great job on the portrait! I have made many portraits over the last year and the one thing you did that I do is you got the eyes perfect. That little white dot that you tie in makes the portrait come to life, it's all about the eyes. I usually cut the portrait from 1/8 " baltic birch and use black felt glued to the back. I found it easier to get frames because of the thickness. Continued success and I am glad your pup is doing better!! Happy New year