In the Pink at the Central Park Zoo April 20, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: animals, baby animals, Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, photography, Snow Monkey, white-naped crane chick, wildlife, zoocation, Zoos
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Happy Valentine’s Day – 2014 February 14, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, Madison the cat, photography, Valentine's Day
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Wishing you all a very Happy Valentine’s Day from my house to your house. If you ‘heart’ a few more animal photos check out last year’s Valentine’s Day montage.
The Trials, Tribulations (& Laughs) of Creating a Homemade Holiday Card December 22, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, Madison the cat, photography
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For the past eight years I have been featuring Benny the dog on our annual holiday card. With the addition of kittens Audrey and Roberta as the newest members of Casa Lobo, I attempted a group photo. Many hats, bow ties and laughs later I present this year’s holiday card and some outtakes from our photo session. Hope you enjoy their antics and wishing everyone a very happy holiday season.
Reflections on a Winter Day – Madison Square Park December 21, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Madison Square Park, nature, NYC, photography
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Madison Square Park is the park where Benny, my dog, and I spend lots of time. Benny’s time is spent sniffing and dreaming of catching that elusive squirrel and I daydream, reflect, chat with neighbors, other dog walkers, and strangers. Beginning in 1912, Madison Square Park was home to the first public holiday tree in the nation. Madison Square Park was home to the torch of the Statue of Liberty for six years to raise funds for the completion of the statue and its pedestal. There is also a suggestion that the southwest corner of Madison Square Park is where America’s pastime, baseball, got its mid-19th century start.game.. Whatever the history – enjoy today’s reflections.
Kittens! November 1, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Audrey and Roberta, baby animals, Benny the dog, Kittens, Madison the cat, photography
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Meet my two new kittens – Audrey and Roberta. They are seven weeks old and have been exploring every nook and cranny in my home. They are curious about Benny the dog (he seems to like them a lot) and rightfully cautious about Madison the cat. They are endlessly entertaining. Enjoy!
Game, Set, Match – US Open September 8, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, photo class, Photography Workshop, US Open, Zoos
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I interrupt the usual Sunday zoo photos to bring you shots from the 2013 US Open where I am enjoying a 10 day stint. The action is great, the sun is hot, the rain delays are brutal, but it is a chance for me to watch other mammals strut their stuff. Oh, and yes – that is my dog Benny – prominently featured above today’s photo montage.
A reminder that my Fall Foliage Central Park Zoo Photo Workshop is October 20 from 8:30 to 10:30. I will arrange some special activities so you can get great animal shots. Check out my upcoming photo class along with many other fun things for both adults and kids.
The Summertime Yawns August 18, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, Gus the polar bear, photography, sea lion, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer bring on those summer time yawns. Catching and then photographing one of the Central Park Zoo animals mid-yawn is always fun. Oh, there is one beautiful face that does not belong today – can you find him?
Happy Eighth Benny-versary! June 18, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, photography
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Today is eight years since I adopted my dog, Benny. I know, I know – you are most likely saying to yourselves ‘only eight years?’ Yes, it is true that I have taken and shared hundreds of photos of my little guy so it seems as if he has been around much longer – but it is only eight years.
Those of you that have met him know that he is special. Other than that I am not sure how old he is or what he is – we think he is a combination chihuahua/pug/terrier/bat/truffle pig and a few other things thrown into his DNA. He barks when the phone rings thinking it is someone at the door. He has too many toys (my fault) and gets too many treats (mea culpa as well). He knows everyone on the block and his presence has allowed me to meet tons of other people in the ‘hood’. He loves to go shopping at Staples, Barnes & Noble and Bed Bath & Beyond with me and has met many new friends in those stores too.
There is something about the little guy that makes people smile – and that’s a good thing. Nary a day goes by that someone does not stop me and ask ‘What kind of dog is that’? My usual response is ‘He is something special’.
Happy Benny-versary, little guy! Here is a video I made for our Cinco de Benny anniversary.
You’ve Got to Have Friends April 28, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, Madsion the cat, photography, term friendship, wildlife, zoocation
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While at the zoo you can easily see many species hanging out with one another for mostly breeding purposes. But every so often interesting alliances are formed. At the Central Park Zoo, where all of today’s photos were taken, we have a few odd friendships that have developed. Is it for comfort? Is it for Safety? I am not sure – but you can check out a few of those bonds in today’s montage. At Casa Lobo, Benny the dog and Madison the cat have developed a relationship that is cautious, yet leery. Check out their photo at the bottom of todays post.
Watch Larry the Anole and Beemer the Dog share a long term friendship on the beautiful island of St Croix – taped in 2008.
Lastly, my zoocation buddy, Mary Schwalm and I are off on an adventure next week. Six new zoos. Be back soon.
A Much Needed Dose of Cute April 21, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, photography, wildlife, Zoos
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This past week was filled with many bad, sad and depressing news stories. I thought that everyone could use a Sunday ‘dose of cute’. Hope these photos (all taken at the Central Park Zoo) put that smile back on your face.
To add to your smile factor, check out a recent photo of Benny the dog, below today’s montage, with his favorite (albeit shredded) toy, Mr. Koala.
While at the Zoo 