Dog cools off in Greensboro water fountain

A dog cools off in a water fountain in Greensboro, North Carolina, a common amenity in urban public spaces during warm weather.
A dog cools off in a water fountain in Greensboro, North Carolina, a common amenity in urban public spaces during warm weather.

A pit bull mix wades into a public fountain along a downtown Greensboro street, tongue out and soaking in the water. Downtown fountains like this one typically double as public art and informal cooling spots during warmer months, drawing both people and pets. The surrounding sidewalk planters and street furniture suggest a pedestrian-oriented commercial district designed for foot traffic.

Photo taken in March 2012.

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