1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
Draw a round head that gets a little narrower at the bottom. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Jackal
This cartoon jackal is a round head, tall pointy ears, a light muzzle, a black nose, a body and a bushy tail with a black tip. 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 15 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 jackal, step by step
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Add the tall ears
On top of the head, draw two tall pointy ears with a light inside.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the muzzle and nose
Draw a light muzzle at the bottom of the face, a black nose and a small smile.
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Draw the body and tail
Under the head, draw a body with a light tummy, and a big bushy tail with a black tip.
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Add the arms and feet
Draw a thin arm on each side and two feet at the bottom.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your jackal
Golden tan for the fur, cream for the muzzle, tummy and ears, and black for the nose and tail tip.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon jackal
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Tall ears
Make the ears tall and pointy. They should be almost as tall as the head.
3
Light muzzle
A cream muzzle makes the face look soft and cute.
4
Black tail tip
Color the end of the tail black.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Make it your own
Once you finish your jackal, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon jackal in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon jackal easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is the difference between a jackal and a fox?
A jackal has longer legs and is a little bigger. A fox has a bushier tail and a smaller body.
Where do jackals live?
Jackals live in Africa and Asia, including India.
What colors do I need for a cartoon jackal?
Golden tan, cream and black.
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.
