It was Tax Day and I stepped out of the post office after standing on a very long line after finally taking care of business there.  My eyes fell upon these two cutie pies.  They anxiously waited for their owner and everytime someone exited the post office building they’d stand and wag their tails.  The tail wagging would stop when they didn’t see the person they were looking for.   A few strangers would stop and pet them.   

I don’t like to see dogs tied up and waiting for their owners.  Many times, they seem nervous or anxious.  Other times, they just seem uncomfortable.   I don’t think it’s safe to leave one’s dogs tied up outside.  Not even for a few minutes.  I’ve heard and read many sad stories of people’s dogs being stolen from the street when they were left.  I never leave my dogs tied up outside by themselves.  I’d rather make two trips outside — walk my dogs first, take them back home, and THEN go back outside to run my errands.  That way, I know that my dogs are home safe and sound.  

These photos are my submission to Shadow Shot Sunday, when we post photos that highlight shadows.  Visit HEY HARRIET to see a fun lineup of other shadow shots from around the world.

Paz