Dogs and water are a joyful combination. You’ll either get a good drenching, shaking yourself off. Or you’ll get a beautiful photo that will warm your soul on a dreary, gray autumn day.
No living soul can truly rejoice in water like dogs. They don’t care whether it’s the ocean, a forest lake, or just a summer puddle after a rain.
The 35AWARDS “Dogs by the Water” competition attracted hundreds of participants from around the world. Pet owners shared photos that showcased energy, freedom, and delight.
Here’s a dog chasing a stick, sending splashes flying. Here’s a hunter swimming with his prey in his teeth. Here’s a couple of cute pugs posing like models. Introducing the winners and finalists.
10 Finalists of the Competition
Alessia Monaco
Daniela Schmid
Fleur Scholte
Judit Márton
Karin Bruhin
Marcella Miriello
Mattia Gorno
Nathalie Soleil
Omica Meinen
Paula Casado
These shots convey a simple truth: happiness doesn’t require complicated conditions. All you need is a little sunshine, cool water, and the opportunity to be with those you love. We often forget this, chasing something greater, but dogs remind us: seize the moment, jump in the water, shake your ears, and enjoy life.
Top 350
Krisztián Csalami
Lucie Nermuťová
Olga Klyueva
Andrianova Irina
Vyacheslav Arkadyevich Mitrofanov
Lana Polyakova
Milana Babchenko
Natalia Orel
Elnara Isaeva
Yana Narbutovich
Summer is over. But just one look at these four-legged swimmers makes you want to break away, at least for a weekend, and indulge in a little childish, canine carefreeness.
