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Saint Bernard dogs Katy and Salsa (R) sit on the snow after their arrival at the Great Saint Bernard mountain pass at an altitude of 2, 473 metres (8, 114 ft.) in the southwestern Swiss Alps June 4, 2009. In 2005 the non-profit Barry Foundation in the southwestern town of Martigny took over the breeding kennel from the Great Saint Bernard Hospice to continue the 300-year-old tradition of breeding the famous dogs, which return to their origin on the mountain pass during the summer months. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann (SWITZERLAND ENVIRONMENT ANIMALS IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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In this photo print, two adorable Saint Bernard dogs named Katy and Salsa find themselves in a winter wonderland atop the Great Saint Bernard mountain pass. Resting comfortably on a blanket of snow at an impressive altitude of 2,473 meters (8,114 ft. ), these majestic creatures exude both grace and resilience. Taken on June 4,2009, by talented photographer Arnd Wiegmann, this image beautifully captures the essence of these iconic Swiss dogs. The Barry Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Martigny, has continued the age-old tradition of breeding these remarkable animals since taking over the kennel from the Great Saint Bernard Hospice in 2005. With their thick fur coats protecting them against the chilly alpine climate, Katy and Salsa embody strength and loyalty as they sit side by side amidst nature's frozen embrace. As summer arrives each year, these noble canines return to their ancestral home on this very mountain pass. This photograph not only showcases the breathtaking beauty of Switzerland's southwestern Alps but also serves as a reminder of our responsibility to preserve and protect our environment for future generations. It is through initiatives like those undertaken by organizations such as the Barry Foundation that we can ensure traditions endure while safeguarding precious species like Katy and Salsa for years to come.
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