Reblog: Dogs, Man’s Best Friend, as Illustrated by Art — Patricia Furstenberg, a Writer’s Blog

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If books are my first love, dogs are a close second! Unfortunately, I can’t have my own because my little brother is allergic – I make up for it by spending as much time with other people’s dogs as possible! I’m dog-sitting this adorable fluffball for one of my friends this week:

Dog

So when I saw that Patricia Furstenberg had published a gorgeous tribute to man’s best friend through art history, I couldn’t resist sharing it with you all…

The old claim that a dog is one’s best friend is validated through historical records, be it art, folklore or books. Yet it requires no proof to anyone lucky enough to enjoy the company of a dog in modern day’s society. The stories and the inspiration behind art such as this is what fuels my […]

via Dogs, Man’s Best Friend, as Illustrated by Art, From Once Upon a Time to the 20th Century via @patfurstenberg #dogs #art #history — Patricia Furstenberg, a Writer’s Blog


Have you got a dog or other pet that keeps you company while you read? I’d love to meet them – share your photos in the comments and brighten this little corner of the internet!


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2 thoughts on “Reblog: Dogs, Man’s Best Friend, as Illustrated by Art — Patricia Furstenberg, a Writer’s Blog”

  1. Hello, you gorgeous boy – and I am addressing the adorable snowball of fluff.

    When I was still living with my parents I had a German Short-haired Pointer named Tara – because her fur was all brown, like the earth on the Georgian plantation from “Gone With the Wind”. She had a head for hats. Looked good with any hat on. Especially 20’s style 😉

    Cheering here 🙂 Thank you so very much for re-blogging.

    Have a joyful August!

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    1. Ha ha, he is gorgeous isn’t he! I will pass the compliment on to his proud Mum. He’s a rescue too which makes him extra special 😊 Tara sounds lovely as well, and I especially like her literary name. It’s my pleasure, I really enjoyed reading the article! Wishing you a wonderful August too X x x

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