Large Dog Breeds
Sally Anne Thompson, Animal Photography
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13 Dog Breeds Who Are Towering and Commanding
From the 32-inch tall Irish Wolfhound to the 200-pound Mastiff, these impressive dogs are large and in charge.
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9 Large Dogs That Can Be Good for Families
Large breeds like Standard Poodles and Saint Bernards can be a child's protector, adventure buddy and best friend. This cutie is “a heart wrapped in fur” ›
How to Overcome Breed Stereotypes
A reader asks how she can make her perfectly well-behaved Rottweiler seem less intimidating and terrifying to people. Mikkel Becker's advice ›
Remembering Giant George, The World's Tallest Dog
Giant George, a 5-foot-tall, 245-pound Great Dane, passed away in October, 2013, one month shy of his 8th birthday. How you can pay tribute to his life ›
Can Little Dogs Live Safely With Big Dogs?
A reader wonders if its fair for a rescue group to not let her adopt a small dog because she already owns a large dog. Dr. Marty Becker's advice ›
What It's Like to Live With Big Dog Breeds
From a cancer-fighting Great Dane to a surfing Bernese, four lovers of large breeds share their tall canine tales. Get to know a slobbery Saint Bernard ›
The Things We Do for Love: "I Started a Business for My Big Dog"
When Sonia Charry adopted a puppy who quickly grew into a large canine, she created an online store and resource just for giant dogs. How her business is doing ›
Why Do Little Dogs Pick Fights With Bigger Ones?
Some small canines go after breeds twice their size because they were not properly socialized when they were young. This type of small dog can be particularly feisty ›
How Can I Teach My Large Dog to Greet Kids Properly?
A reader’s friendly Newfoundland loves kids, but the huge dog’s excited jumping can easily knock over small children. Learn alternative greeting behaviors ›
Can a Big Dog Live Happily in a Small Home?
Dr. Marty Becker says that dogs of all sizes can adapt to any kind of living space as long as their exercise needs are satisfied. Breeds who do well in the city ›
Will Bigger Dogs Gang Up On My Small Dog at the Dog Park?
Mikkel Becker explains what to do when pups exhibit predatory behavior toward each other at a canine gathering. Why you need to supervise play ›
Giant George: A Book About Life With the World’s Largest Dog
Giant George’s owner gives us the inside scoop on what it’s really like to live with the 43-inch-tall Great Dane. George’s embarrassing Oprah faux pas ›
Meet 5 Dog Breeds That Put the "D" in Drool
From Mastiffs to Newfoundlands, these dog breeds are the canine kingdom’s famous masters of saliva production. You'll need to mop up this breed's slime ›
Why Does My Cat... Scare Big Dogs?
It’s hard to imagine a German Shepherd cowering at the sight of a Himalayan. But cats have sharp claws and teeth, too. Why cats should never be too confident ›
