An outdoor dog show is not without it’s challenges.  On this day, a heavy rain came early in the morning, which left some areas wet and muddy.  The handlers all dress beautifully when showing their dogs – the men wear suits and ties and the women most often suits, dresses or skirt outfits.  Footwear is another story…you won’t see sneakers or stiletto heels.  Instead the handlers wear flat dress shoes as they are often trotting around the ring with the dogs.  I like to photograph the contrast of the dogs against a handler’s colorful skirt or as in this image…colorful boots!  This is an adorable West Highland White Terrier who wasn’t afraid to get HIS paws wet or muddy!  🙂