Realistic K9 Canvas Art

I'm seeking a talented canvas artist who can create a realistic to semi-realistic physical piece of a K9. This is a piece of art for my girlfriend, and K9s have a special significance to us. I hope to gift this for our 1st anniversary. The canvas art should be preferably done using acrylic paint. The background should be a gradient, adding depth without being overly detailed.

Ideal Skills:
- Realistic style painting
- Proficiency in acrylic paint
- Experience with gradient backgrounds

Please provide your portfolio showcasing similar works.