I've heard of harlequin ducks, but plaid dogs are beyond me.
An interesting and creative design, Bruce. I like the lines and curves in the image. Beautiful colours.
Think about the photo before and after, never during. The secret is to take your time. You mustn't go too fast. The subject must forget about you. Then, however, you must be very quick.
Henri Cartier-Bresson
The reason why the sunsets in the evening is because it wants to see the sunrise in the morning. I rise in the morning because I want to see them both. RvdB