A black and tan dog stands on an uneven light brown dirt and gravel surface in Birkova, Bulgaria

A black and tan dog stands on an uneven light brown dirt and gravel surface in Birkova, Bulgaria. The dog's coat is predominantly black, with tan markings visible on its muzzle, above its eyes, on its cheeks, and on its lower legs and paws. White fur patches are present on its head near the ears. A metal chain collar is secured around its neck, from which a metal chain leash extends downwards and to the left, out of the frame. The dog's dark eyes are directed downwards and slightly to the right of the observer. Bright sunlight illuminates the dog's upper body from the left, casting a long, distinct shadow of the dog to its right on the granular ground.