A Golden Retriever dog is seated on compacted, uneven earth in Kokalyane, Bulgaria

A Golden Retriever dog is seated on compacted, uneven earth in Kokalyane, Bulgaria. The dog faces the camera directly, its mouth slightly open with the tongue visible. Its light-colored fur is matted and soiled, particularly on its chest and legs, and a reddish discoloration is visible on its left ear. A metal chain is present on the ground near the dog, with segments visible to its left and right. The ground consists of dirt, small stones, and scattered organic debris. Patches of green grass are visible in the background on both sides of the dog. A dark wooden post is on the left, and to the right, a dark metal structure featuring two horizontal steps is present. A concrete or stone path borders the scene on the right.