Thursday, August 20, 2009

Bark Watch


They don't wear sexy red swimsuits, but these Italian lifeguards are patrolling the beaches saving peoples lives. From the time they are just 4 months old, these guards complete a 2 year training to recognize when a swimmer is in distress. They learn to swim out and grab the drowning folks to tote them back to shore. These hairy heroes are Labradors, Newfoundlands and Golden Retrievers! There are still people life guards, but these dogs are doing a great job in keeping the beaches safe and sound.