The year 2020 will not be remembered as a great year for humans. But Theo, a 5-year old “humanly expressive” boxer mix, knew nothing of pandemic struggles. All he knew was that his owner, Emily Gibson, was spending a lot more time in their Brooklyn apartment. Instead of waiting for Gibson’s odd days off to sleep in, they could spend every day together, cozied up or on a grand little adventure. For many dogs around the world, having their humans home, made 2020 the best year ever.
Published as an interactive photo story in the Washington Post.
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