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When you welcome a smol awoo into your home and heart, you don’t want to think about the day when it grows up and loses its puppy fat. But the day comes when your pupper grows into a dog. And keeps growing. And growing. And doesn’t stop. You check the Canine Instruction Manual that came with your pet and you finally realize—aha! You forgot it’s one of those giant dog breeds that make you think Clifford, the Big Red Dog might be real.

Bored Panda has collected photos of the biggest, most playful, floofiest, and young-at-heart dogs that you’d want to hug all day long and get lost in their fur, so scroll on down and give the bestest boys and girls a boop on the nose with an upvote. Is your soul yearning for some more giant dogs who don’t understand how big they are? Check out our previous big doggo posts about canines who forgot their size here, here, and here.

However, just because a dog is big, it doesn’t mean that it has to be obese (aka a chonky chonk). All jokes aside, if you want your family pet to live a long and happy life, it’s vital that you help it stay lean and avoid entering the ‘overweight zone’ which requires extra effort on your part. Bored Panda spoke about canine fitness and doggo diets with the UK’s leading vet charity, the PDSA. Read on for our full interview with them if you want to learn how to help your dog live a quality life.

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This Is Ben. He Has A Beard. And He Is Human-Sized. We Get Fun Looks In Traffic

This Is Ben. He Has A Beard. And He Is Human-Sized. We Get Fun Looks In Traffic

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Chewbacca. He Has A Beard. And He Is Human-Sized. We Get Fun Looks In Traffic

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He May Look Like A Bear But He Identifies As A Lap Dog

He May Look Like A Bear But He Identifies As A Lap Dog

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Bonner, Newfoundland, Can Often Be Spotted In Our Rehabiliation Unit Encouraging Patients

Bonner, Newfoundland, Can Often Be Spotted In Our Rehabiliation Unit Encouraging Patients

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The PDSA explained to Bored Panda that a dog’s food is “an essential part” of their fitness. So you can’t just focus only on getting lots of movement—you need to give dieting and nutrition some proper attention, too! Similarly, you can’t get just the diet right while ignoring the importance of exercise.

“Making sure they are fed on a complete diet which keeps them at their ideal weight is important to keep them fit and healthy. As a general rule, we tend to give our pets too much food which can lead to obesity and reduced activity levels,” a representative of the PDSA told Bored Panda.

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Here's Another One Of Our Rescues, Yuki

Here's Another One Of Our Rescues, Yuki

A bad dog owner dumped this wolfdog at a kill shelter when he got too big and too much to handle. Luckily a sanctuary took him, instead and saved his life! His DNA testing came back as 87.5 % Gray Wolf, 8.6 % Siberian Husky, and 3.9 % German Shepherd.

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who’s a good boy who’s a good boy?? Hey now now give me back my arm that you ripped off it’s not a toy! (It’s a joke s/he must be a good doggo)

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Once A Lap Dog, Always A Lap Dog

Once A Lap Dog, Always A Lap Dog

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It’s better to err on the side of too little food than too much when we’re living in a society of overabundance, then. What’s more, you should do a bit of personal research to learn what the ideal weight for your dog breed is for its age. If in need, talk to a professional to get their take on what’s what.

Getting serious about health means putting in the time and energy to make your dog’s life better. And that means treating your pet’s health like you would your own if you’re all about fitness. So get your kitchen scales out!

“The best way to monitor your dog’s food intake is to weigh both them and their food. You can discuss your dog’s weight with your vet and check their body condition at home. Once you have a starting point and know what their target weight should be, start weighing and monitoring their food and treats to see how much they’re getting,” the PDSA said.

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My 85 Lb Dog Is Scared Of My Sister's 1,5 Lb Foster Kitten

My 85 Lb Dog Is Scared Of My Sister's 1,5 Lb Foster Kitten

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This Big Boy With His Pooh

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#9

This Christmas Tree Farm Has Newfies That Will Cart Your Tree To Your Car For You

This Christmas Tree Farm Has Newfies That Will Cart Your Tree To Your Car For You

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Until they slobber on you so much you end up leaving your friends house early bc your pants have so much spit on them they are solid objects.

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Wendillon
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And the dogs probably love it too since they get exercise and a ton of attention

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Shirley Heyn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That gimmick would get me to buy a tree for sure! Do you get to keep them?

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Vicki Perizzolo
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

that's one of the things those dogs were originally bred for ...carts..

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Viki Banaszak
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is adorable! I bet they like having something to do and being with people all day.

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Dale-Harriet Rogovich
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They LOVE to do that! Very happy Newfoundlands used to take people's luggage from the ferry to the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island (otherwise, the two I know personally think they're kittens).

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Robert Robi Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My dog (a dalmatian+pitbull mix) was strong enought to pull a cart with two grown persons on it, and more than eager to do it. We never did, because God knows where we would end... He was completely uncontrollable.

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sylvantic
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

my aunt's newfie pulls her toddler's sled. it's very cute.

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Brian Mayhead
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would love to find some more that need rescuing or just re-homing & I will have them f like the last two I had the people who owned them could not be bothered with them but they lived with me until they were 16 yrs old.

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DreamBelief
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't celebrate Christmas much these days, and haven't had a real tree since I was a kid. I'd buy one from this place though lol good marketing ploy

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Maya Forbes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have to go buy a Christmas tree now. I dont care if its March, just let me have these dogs.

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lisa lahey
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How many newfies does it take to carry a Christmas tree?....

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Corrie Allen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG too cute with the exception of some weird loop things to the left that look like pooch handcuffs?

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Adelaide Stender
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OH MY GOSH WHERE IS THIS TREE FARM I NEED TO GET MY TREE FROM HERE JUST TO SEE THE DOGS

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Brian Ayers
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Newfies; not just cute but the sweetest dispositions in the dog world.

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Auktje Kazemier
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

ik weet dat ze graag voor je willen werken .....tenminste de 2 die ik had wilden dat zelfs graag.....

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

iik weet uit ervaring dat dit ras graag wat wil doen ..tenminste die ik had wel..........

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Ralph Spooner
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am glad I don't have to feed those two. Having two sons was bad enough.

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ANA IOSIF
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope that these two get SO many treats and goodies for their hard work! UwU

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Rae the lemon
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this (not the tree farm because I don’t believe in them, and believe that they are unethical- please don’t downvote!: but the newfies! Eeeeeee

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think the dogs are cute also, but I have to wonder why you think tree farms are unethical. I would think that purposely grown trees that are meant to be harvested and which could be repurposed for compost, would be a much better option than buying plastic trees that will probably get thrown out by a majority of people when it looks worn out. Where I live many people buy the prelit trees and those lights usually start failing on the third year. How many people are going to throw it out and get another vs painstakingly (I know because I've done it) removing all of the lights and replacing them? BTW I didn't down vote you, I am just wondering about your views.

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L Jennings
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't like any dog strapped to a cart for lazy humans.

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Dave Chapman
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Working dog breeds LOVE to do these kind of things, just as much as most dogs love to chase a ball. Those carts put almost zero pressure on the dogs and these guys just wanna do stuff for you!

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I DO NOT LIKE THIS. THEY ARE PETS NOT SLAVES! DO YOUR OWN WORK!!

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Bonnie Edwards
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are working dogs. So they are working. If someone had tried this with Whippets - I'll be right beside you.

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"Why does every dog I tell to 'mush' hurt me, and then run away?"

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“You might want to try weighing out their portions at the start of the week to make it easy to keep track of what’s being fed. Reweigh your dog after a few weeks and see if they’ve gained, lost, or maintained their weight, then adjust their amount of food to fit your goal.”

Just remember—you’ve got to take into account any leftovers of extras that you might be giving your dog. So no munching on cheeky treats in secret!

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Our Daughter Who Is Now 3 And One Of Our Saint Bernards Who Is Now 9

Our Daughter Who Is Now 3 And One Of Our Saint Bernards Who Is Now 9

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Big House Cow Meets Little House Cow

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There Was A Giant Traffic Jam In The Walkways At The Expo. I Finally Found Out What Was Slowing Everyone Down. This Giant Bear Dog Was Getting Pets By Thousands Of People

There Was A Giant Traffic Jam In The Walkways At The Expo. I Finally Found Out What Was Slowing Everyone Down. This Giant Bear Dog Was Getting Pets By Thousands Of People

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Tiny Kitten Observes Big Dog Yawn

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Am I The Only One That Needs A Little Help Getting In The Car?

Am I The Only One That Needs A Little Help Getting In The Car?

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Our Neighbor Sent Me This Adorable Display Of Pure Joy Between Our Dogs. They Finally Got Him A Stool So He Could Greet His Big Friend Properly

Our Neighbor Sent Me This Adorable Display Of Pure Joy Between Our Dogs. They Finally Got Him A Stool So He Could Greet His Big Friend Properly

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Lapdog

Lapdog

He is such a gentle beast (a mix American wolfdog and malamute).

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The guy in the photo is having ptsd from when he had to potty train it

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I Look Like Walrus? But I Am Dog. I Big Sof Floof. No Walrus. Bamboozled

I Look Like Walrus? But I Am Dog. I Big Sof Floof. No Walrus. Bamboozled

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd call him Fangs. Or her. Does not really matter. Lovely giant.

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I Swung By My Old Place To Help My Former Roommate With Some Things. The Neighbor's Dog Recognized Me And Gave The Perfect Greeting. Believe It Or Not, This Guy Is Still A Puppy

I Swung By My Old Place To Help My Former Roommate With Some Things. The Neighbor's Dog Recognized Me And Gave The Perfect Greeting. Believe It Or Not, This Guy Is Still A Puppy

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Seamus The Irish Wolfhound Is A Gentle Giant

Seamus The Irish Wolfhound Is A Gentle Giant

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once saw a not-very tall couple walking their Irish Wolfhound. Or should I say that he was walking them?

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My 93 Lb German Shepherd Is Pretty Pleased With The Amount Of Inconvenience He's Causing

My 93 Lb German Shepherd Is Pretty Pleased With The Amount Of Inconvenience He's Causing

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Ridiculously Massive Doggo Spotted On The Underground

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Meet Carl The 150 Pound Lion/Good Boy Hybrid

Meet Carl The 150 Pound Lion/Good Boy Hybrid

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“A Rottweiler? Well I Must Admit I Have Always Preferred Lap Dogs” Granny Before She Met Gus

“A Rottweiler? Well I Must Admit I Have Always Preferred Lap Dogs” Granny Before She Met Gus

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Lincoln The Dane

Lincoln The Dane

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Saw A Gentle Giant At The Vets. She Was A Darling And Sat Down With Her Owner While They Waited

Saw A Gentle Giant At The Vets. She Was A Darling And Sat Down With Her Owner While They Waited

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In Person, Zammy's Bigger Than Life. Seriously. He Just Astonishes The Expecting Passers-By

In Person, Zammy's Bigger Than Life. Seriously. He Just Astonishes The Expecting Passers-By

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An Old English Sheep Dog! I had one growing up. He was the bestest boy!!!

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My Old Gym Teacher Beast Of A Dog. He’s 6’3ish”

My Old Gym Teacher Beast Of A Dog. He’s 6’3ish”

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My Dad And My Dog (Dad Is 6'2")

My Dad And My Dog (Dad Is 6'2")

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Our Now 6 1/2 Month Puppy. The Vet Has Said He Is Not At All Over Weight Just Big Boned

Our Now 6 1/2 Month Puppy. The Vet Has Said He Is Not At All Over Weight Just Big Boned

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love to see the proud and loving looks from the parents of these dogs, adorable!

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Just A Little Girl In A Big Dog World

Just A Little Girl In A Big Dog World

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Big Doggy

Big Doggy

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Absolute Unit Parked Next To Me At A Gas Station

Absolute Unit Parked Next To Me At A Gas Station

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Meet Heisenberg. He Likes Hugs. I'm A 6'1" 300 Lbs Man. He's Almost As Big

Meet Heisenberg. He Likes Hugs. I'm A 6'1" 300 Lbs Man. He's Almost As Big

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope that other dog down there also got a hug, s/he looks like s/he really wants one.

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This Dog. The Photo Doesn’t Do Him Justice. He’s A Beast

This Dog. The Photo Doesn’t Do Him Justice. He’s A Beast

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