Cat and Dog Days of August August 9, 2026
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, art, Art exhibit, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, cats, dogs, Madison the cat, NYC, Pet portraits, photography
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I recently saw some pet portraits on display and began to think about all of the pet portraits I was lucky enough to have been asked to create over the years. I did a deep archive dive into my voluminous photo files and found quite a few portraits that I have created. Honestly, some I remember clearly creating, and others…not so much. Anyhow – cheers to the Dog (and Cat) Days of August. In no particular order I present Turbo, Scoop, Jack (with two eyes), Buda, Amy and Jeffrey, Barney, Beamer, Cuba and Sophie, Benny 1, Benny 2, and of course my Benny. Bernie the Boxer, Binky (the logo for the Binky Foundation), Caledonia, Chaplin, Charlie Brown and Lucy, Coco, Corky, Darth and friend, Elsa, Salvador, Priscilla, Foster, Two German Shepherds, Jpeg, Audrey, Jazzie, Kaiya, Madison, Max, Paloma, Rocco, Dumpling, Susie Q, Tiger and Coco, Ty, Wilma the cat and my very first dog, Donald. Always remember, adopt, don’t shop. The shelters are full and your next pet companion awaits your visit.
Mr. Pepe – In Memorium May 3, 2026
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, Binky Foundation, In Memorium, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, NYC, photography, Rainbow Bridge
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It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of Mr. Pepe’s passing. We enjoyed 6.5 years of fun, goofy antics, costumes, special walks with friends and tolerating our three cats as room-mates. He had a series of issues in his declining health. Arthritis, cataracts, dementia, incontinence and more. We held on as long as we could but I knew the day was coming. Our 16 year old chihuahua was ready to cross that Rainbow Bridge. Not sure I believe in heaven or hell but I most definitely believe in that Rainbow Bridge that all of our companion animals get to cross. As he lay dying I named all of the friends he would meet as he crossed. In no particular order he will greet Madison the Elder cat, Sweet Benny the dog, One-eyed Jack, Binky, Chaplin, Sam, Scoop, Jr, Jpeg, Jazzie, Henri, Porkchop, Linda, Coco, Kaiya, Cloud, Sophie, my first dog, Donald, my first cat, Fang, Sugar, Pushkin, Buda, Finn, James and dozens of other wonderful companions. Hug your pet today for me please. It would be greatly appreciated if you made a donation to the Binky Foundation in Mr. Pepe’s name. He was a very good boy.
Holiday Outtakes December 28, 2025
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, art, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, Holiday, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, NYC rescue pets, photography, Santa, senior dog
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For my penultimate Sunday blog post of 2025 I present our holiday photo outtakes through the years. The trials, tribulations and laughs we experience in creating our holiday posts are really lots of fun for all involved – especially me. My adorable companions get many treats throughout our photo sessions.
Hanukkah Sameach! December 14, 2025
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, Hanukkah, Hanukkah Sameach, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, NYC, Pete the Cat, photography
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Tonight is first night of Hanukkah and I thought I wold share some of my Hanukah photos over the years. Some of you might remember doggies Sweet Benny and One-eyed Jack and of course grumpy Madison the cat who have all crossed that rainbow bridge. Our present gang includes Audrey, Roberta and Pete the cats with Mr. Pepe the dog. No animal was singed, harmed or abused in any way in the making of these photos – treats were involved. Hanukkah Sameach! 
Irish Breeds March 16, 2025
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, art, Art exhibit, Benny the dog, dogs, Irish Breeds, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, Museum of the Dog, NYC, photography
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Top o’ the morning to all. There are nine Native Dogs of Ireland. Two Hounds – Irish Wolfhound and Kerry Beagle, three Gun dogs – Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Red Setter and Irish Red & White Setter, four Terriers – Irish Terrier, Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier, Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier. The Museum of the Dog featured these nine breeds in their latest exhibit. It is on through March 30th. There are also cats with Irish roots. Namely the Manx cat as well as the Cymric cat. Both of these cat types have very short to entirely absent tails as a mutation to the usual cat body structure. The Cymric cat is the long haired variety of the Manx. Today’s photo montage features all of these splendid breeds. You might notice that I took the liberty of including some of my own cherished pets in all their Irish splendor. The bottom photo is a feature of the Museum of the Dog. There’s a booth where you snap your photo and the Museum pairs you up with your dog match. This visit I was matched with a Maltese who is part of the ’toy group’ and is gentle, playful and charming. Perfect!
Cheers thru the Years January 1, 2025
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey and Roberta, baby animals, Benny the dog, Casa Lobo, Cheers, Happy new year, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, photography
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Like most of you, many of my old New Year photos popped up this week. I enjoyed looking at the changing cast of characters these past 13 years. Thought you might like to smile at them too. Wishing everyone a very Happy and Healthy New Year. The cast of characters include: sister cats, Andrew and Roberta, Madison the elder cat, Sweet Benny the dog, One-eyed Jack the dog, Pete the newest cat and of course the very photogenic and charming Mr Pepe the dog.
October Surprise October 31, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, art, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, costumes, Happy Halloween, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, Pepe Potter, photography
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An October surprise for you. We love Halloween here at Casa Lobo and have been celebrating it since the beginning of time. Here is a photo montage of my extremely wonderful pets over the years. No animal was harmed in the making of these photos. Lots of treats were had by all. A shout out to Madison, Sweet Benny, One-eyed Jack, Audrey, Roberta, Pete and of course, the very photogenic Mr. Pepe.
Joy not Oy December 18, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey, Benny the dog, Empire State Building, Happy Hanukkah, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, menorah, Mr. Pepe, NYC, Pete, photography, Roberta
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Tonight is the first of eight nights of Hanukkah. It isn’t really an important holiday on the Jewish calendar but since it falls so close to Christmas it has become more about merchandise (and of course food). We celebrate just about everything here at Casa Lobo. Here are some fun photos from the past and present. A shout out to my very cooperative pets over the years – Madison, Benny, One-eyed Jack, Roberta, Audrey Pete and of course, Mr. Pepe. Let’s all add a ‘J’ to that Oy!
Hanukkah Fun December 13, 2020
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey and Roberta, Benny the dog, gelt, Hanukkah, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, NYC, One-eyed Jack the Dog, Pete the Cat, photography
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This is day four of Hanukkah and I thought I wold share some of my Hanukah photos over the years. Some of you might remember doggies Benny and One-eyed Jack and of course grumpy Madison the cat who have all crossed that rainbow bridge. Our present gang includes Audrey, Roberta and Pete the cats with of course our newest arrival Mr. Pepe the dog. No animal was singed, harmed or abused in any way in the making of these photos – treats were involved. Family fun. Please continue to wear your masks, wash those hands and socially distant. The end of all of this madness is in sight.
Happy Seven Years with Audrey and Roberta August 30, 2020
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey and Roberta, baby animals, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, Mr. Pepe, NYC, photography
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Even though this is day 170 for me being home during COVID19 birthday celebrations must and should go on. Today is seven years since Audrey and Roberta came to live at Casa Lobo. They experienced different house mates over the years starting with Madison the Grumpy Cat and Benny the dog. Then came Jack the one-eyed dog, then Pete the cat and now of course, Mr Pepe the dog. They have gotten along with all and have brought great joy into my house. Here’s to many more years of fun with these two cats. They have their own facebook page with over 900 fans. Want to see daily photos of the gang? Click here and sign up. 
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