One of the archaeological digs in central Rome was crawling with abandoned cats.
It was like a huge playground for them.
But it was actually a sanctioned cat refuge, each animal neutered, vaccinated, and up for adoption.
Some of them were tranquil and sweet,
healthy and attractive.
While others looked, smelled, and felt revolting.
If I lived in Rome guess which one I would have to adopt? 
Actually, this terra cotta fellow was in Tuscany, not Rome.Of course I always notice dogs wherever I go.
Marble sight hounds at play, Vatican museum Hall of the AnimalsEven if they're almost 2,000 years old
At the Vatican Museum , Hall of the AnimalsAnd made out of stone.
Dogs on the street in Rome.However real live dogs are the best.
These are so sweet. I love that last shot of all of the dogs lined up for a nap. :o)
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice and observant way to see Italy. Since I am allergic to cats I liked the canine photos the best...shouldn't #10 have been framed a little lower?
ReplyDeleteOh, number 10: it's simply begging for a caption, isn't it? Go ahead, you know you want to think of a good one!
ReplyDeleteI had a comment until I saw that dog and the fig leaf, now I'm just nervous.
ReplyDeleteCertainly looks like there are plenty in need of homes.
ReplyDeleteI very much enjoyed these.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great variety of cats & dogs. I love the one of the real dogs lined up in a row resting.
ReplyDeleteOOh... "Dogs of Rome" is very nice.
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