One of the things I like to do while on trips like this is to pick some idea or subject and take a series of photos that follow that theme throughout the trip. It gives you a chance to shoot photos all the time and the search for more subjects of the theme also makes for fun. I might have 2 or 3 different themes going at any time.
Here is the first installment of one of these. The dogs of Italy. As you travel around you get to see lots of them on the ends of leashes primarily, but if you get into the back streets or neighborhoods you might find some around the homes guarding the place as their temperament dictates. Lots of the owners enjoy having their dogs photographed and will willingly stop their walking and get Fido to pose for you. There is most definitely a preference toward small size dogs and if you like Jack Russels you will always have one not too far away.
This is our neighbor’s dog from about 80 yards up the driveway. He likes to come down in the morning and sits and waits, with a bit of whining included, until he gets us to pet him. Then he is gone for the day.
A shop keepers dogs in Bellagio. Looks kind of embarrassed with the whole pink thing.
Another Bellagio cafe dog.
“I got my owner to dress to match me this morning!”
Ah yes. The good life on Lake Como for the weekend. La Dolce Vita. Peel me a dog treat.
After lounging around “on board” for a while the owner tossed out a retrieving dummy tied to a rope and the dog jumped in and towed the boat back to shore. Quite the little exhibition.
Rock Fetch. What a game!!!
Out for a stroll in Como.
If one is good two has to be better.
What do you mean I sloshed all over the place???
Out for lunch with the girls.
It is ALL about the attitude!
I can’t decide if he is cute or just has a pitiful look.
Smells like Ralph got to the car tire before me!
I am just so dang classy. Don’t you think?
Dog kisses anyone? The owner loved this shot!! I emailed her a copy of it.
I guess some folks think they are cute.
Dreaming of chasing cats and eating dog treats.
It looks like he is giving us a disgusted look as we walked past his house.
“Are we real sure about crossing this street???”
“Yeah my nose is cold and wet. What about it???”
I’m partial to the bulldog.
Yep. When I saw that ‘beautiful animal’ I thought of you guys. Glad you are checking in. Take care.
Michael
Good morning Michael and Laura,
I loved those pictures . Great idea, Michael. We are leaving tomorrow at 4 arrive Florence next day. Jim is hunting now in La. so will be the last one packed for sure! Did you get my email with the plans as they stand now, Laura? Looks like we may be able to meet in Milan on the 2nd. On the first Barbara and I are heading to Greve to spend the night and visit Panzanno. A little side trip down memory lane. We could get back to Florence and the catch the train to Milan. Thoughts??
Also, Jim, Charlo, and I now have Viber on our phones. Give a ring!!
Great dogs but Pancake got jealous and now is sulking around. Hector is doing his best to console her but you need to be more careful about what you send.
Dad,
I didn’t think either of those mutts were computer literate! I am certain that with an extra chicken treat she will get over it.
Michael
Those dogs are pretty human! My favorite-is the one you could not decide, whether he is to cute or pitiful. I think she has a spark in her eyes, and Mona Lisa smile. What a beautiful collection, Laurochka! Your comments are very funny-I think after you come back from Italy-you will become a writer, seriously!
Love,
Marianna
Is the next collection going to be rustic door latches? Or maybe wooden power boats!? Just saying…
Raphaele suggested Italian panties! I liked the idea. Mom…… not so much. So I guess I might be stuck with door latches. Bummer. The other sounded like it had promise.