How to Draw Rubble from PAW Patrol: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

Ready to bring the construction pup to life? This tutorial is perfect for young artists ages 5 and up. You will need a pencil, an eraser, and your favorite markers or crayons to capture Rubble’s friendly personality and iconic gear.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A vibrant, finished illustration of Rubble from PAW Patrol ready for coloring.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Eyes and Snout

Close-up of Rubble's eyes and snout being drawn with simple geometric shapes.

Start by drawing Rubble's eye as an irregular oval with two smaller circles inside; shade the smallest one to create his pupil. Add a rounded triangle for his nose. Teacher's Tip: Keep your pencil lines light and loose here so you can easily adjust the snout shape if needed.

Step 2: Defining the Jaw and Brows

Drawing the jawline and thick eyebrows for the Rubble character.

Extend a curved line from the snout to form his jawline. Add the second eye, mirroring the first, and draw thick, expressive eyebrows. Teacher's Tip: Rubble is a happy pup, so make sure those eyebrows are angled slightly to show his friendly, energetic nature.

Step 3: Adding the Hard Hat Brim

Sketching the brim of Rubble's construction hat and his floppy ear.

Use long, sweeping curved lines to outline the sides of his face and the brim of his signature construction hat. Add a small curve for his ear. Teacher's Tip: Don't worry about perfect symmetry; Rubble's face is round and chunky, which makes him look extra cute!

Step 4: Constructing the Hat Crown

Adding the top dome and ridge of the construction hat.

Use overlapping curved lines to build the top of the hard hat. Include that distinct thick ridge in the middle. Teacher's Tip: Think of this as drawing a rounded dome—keep your wrist loose to get those smooth, continuous curves.

Step 5: Adding the Pup Badge

Drawing the PAW Patrol badge on the hat and the start of the collar.

Draw a shield shape on the front of the hat with a smaller version inside. Add the paw print detail in the center. Sketch his collar and the start of his front leg. Teacher's Tip: The paw print is just a few small circles—take your time to make them look even.

Step 6: Drawing the Vest and Legs

Sketching the torso, vest, and front paws of the character.

Outline the torso and the opening of his vest using curved lines. Add his front legs and paws. Teacher's Tip: Use overlapping lines to show where the legs meet the body; this creates a sense of depth in your drawing.

Step 7: Completing the Body and Tag

Adding the rear leg and the iconic pup tag to the drawing.

Sketch his back and rear leg, then add the pup tag hanging from his collar. Teacher's Tip: Make sure the pup tag hangs slightly below the collar line to give it a realistic 'dangling' look.

Step 8: Adding the Pup Pack

Drawing the Pup Pack and tool details on Rubble's back.

Draw the rectangular Pup Pack on his back. Add a wrench and bolt detail to the tag. Teacher's Tip: Use a ruler if you struggle with the straight edges of the pack, but freehand is great for practice!

Step 9: Final Details

Adding final facial spots and tool details to complete the outline.

Add the spots around his eyes and finish the wrench on his pack. Teacher's Tip: Check your drawing against the reference—adding these small details is what makes your Rubble look authentic.

Step 10: Bring Rubble to Life with Color

The finished, colored drawing of Rubble from PAW Patrol.

Time to color! Use bright yellow for his uniform and warm browns and creams for his fur. Teacher's Tip: Use a darker brown for the shaded areas under his chin and hat to give your drawing a professional, 3D look.