Alert Dog Portrait: Earthy Tones, Retro Style

The pixel art image depicts a stylized canine figure, possibly a dog, standing in profile facing left. The subject is presented in a static, alert pose. Its four legs are positioned firmly on the ground, suggesting a moment of pause or readiness. The dog's head is held high, with its muzzle slightly open, revealing a tiny white pixel that could represent a tooth or the tip of its tongue. Its ears are perked up and forward. The dog is positioned centrally within the frame, occupying a significant portion of the vertical space while leaving ample room on all sides of the dark background. There is no discernible background scenery; the subject is isolated against a solid, muted gray-brown color (#494645). The color palette is relatively limited, dominated by earthy tones. The dog features a coat primarily composed of a creamy off-white color (#EAD7AF) and a medium reddish-brown (#A8653C) with darker brown patches (#523A2B) providing shadow and detail. A darker shade of the reddish-brown (#7A4C2E) is used for the dog's collar, which also features two small, lighter brown (#C6925A) square elements that could be tags or buckles. The eyes are represented by single dark pixels (#202020), and a very light cream/white (#F5F5F5) is used for highlights on the legs and snout, while a slightly darker gray (#847F7B) defines the underside of the paws. The overall color scheme is natural and grounded, leaning towards muted earth tones rather than vibrant hues. The overall vibe of the image is simple and perhaps a bit nostalgic, reminiscent of sprites from older video games. The clean lines and clear shape give it a direct and unfussy aesthetic. It evokes a sense of quiet observation or loyalty, typical of a companion animal. There are no additional details, text, or UI elements present; the focus is solely on the dog.