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Draw the head
Draw a big round head that is a little wider at the cheeks. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Saber Tooth Tiger
This cartoon saber tooth tiger is a round head, small ears, eyes, a light muzzle, two long curved teeth, a sitting body, thick legs, paws and a short tail. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 20 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon saber tooth tiger, step by step
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Add the small ears
On top of the head, draw two small round ears with a light inside.
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Draw the eyes
Draw two round eyes with a white shine and a short brow line over each one.
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Draw the muzzle and big teeth
Draw a wide light muzzle with a nose and a small mouth. Then draw two long curved teeth hanging down from the mouth.
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Draw the body
Under the head, draw a big sitting body with a light chest, and round back legs on each side.
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Add the legs, paws and tail
Draw two thick front legs with round paws and toe lines. Add a short stubby tail and some spots on the back.
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Color your saber tooth tiger
Tan for the fur, cream for the muzzle, chest and ears, brown for the spots and nose, and white for the long teeth.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon saber tooth tiger
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Long teeth
Draw two long curved teeth hanging down. They are the most important part.
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Short tail
Saber tooth tigers had a short stubby tail.
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Thick legs
Make the front legs strong and thick.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
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Make it your own
Once you finish your saber tooth tiger, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon saber tooth tiger in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon saber tooth tiger easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Is a saber tooth tiger a real tiger?
No. It was a different big cat called Smilodon, and it is not closely related to tigers.
Are saber tooth tigers still alive?
No. They died out about 10,000 years ago.
What colors do I need for a cartoon saber tooth tiger?
Tan, cream, brown and white.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
