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

Who wouldn't be scared. Look at that cute little fuzzball.

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

Once a dog gets a good swipe across the nose with sharp needle-like claws, they will learn not to mess with cats—-even 1.5 lb kittens! Though it would be better if they could just get along without fear on either side.

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

I guess my dog didn’t get the memo! She loves her feline sisters it they don’t feel the same way lol

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

Many big dogs are for some reason. But more often of the very small dogs. Friend of mine had an Irish wolfhound, who was scared of Yorkshire terriers. Maybe, they see something so small that it should have been a puppy, but behaves like an adult dog and mismatch registers as "unknown danger"...

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

Dog knows...cute and smol with hidden murder paws...kitten knows, this is my house meow

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

kitten— I would hit you and raise hell... who would the hooman believe little ol me or you brown giant... evil laugh😈.

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

I would be scared of this little ball of fluff too. Its "big" teef are really scary !!!

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

dog: "help me" kitten: "play?" (also, is the term for this elephant-mouse syndrome?)

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

They are perfectly aware of those unholy sharp lil claws! <3 <3

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

Those kittens can be absolutely vicious, I mean look at him

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Amelia Schroder
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love that. That's the same with my old dog. He used to be scared of, I'm pretty sure, spiders and cats, just because my dad was.

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

OH wow! That is Dog is sooo cute...so is the cat, but the dog is just to good

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

Dog: 'AH!' Cat: 'IM THE QUEEN OF THIS HOUSE NOW HAHAHAHAH' Dog: 'MERCY'

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

my dog is bigger and does the same with pups. I guess they are afraid to hurt them

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

LMAO THIS REMINDS ME OF MY CAT WHO IS ABSOLUTELY TERRIFIED OF MY HAMSTER-

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

Yes its lovely and given time they will grow up as best friends & probably the kitten will sleep in the dogs fur to keep warm & feel safe & they will love each other.

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

when the dark souls boss knows it dies in one hit. and ur lvl 2.

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Christian Vaca Morales
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

dog listen to me so you say that your big and you're afraid of a little cat really.

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

Did Monty Python and the Holy Grail teach you nothing? The dog knows something you don't

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

Don't underestimate that kitten. It could scratch the dog's eyes out!

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

awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww so cute

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

AAAAAAAAHAHahahahahaHAHAHAhahahaHAHAHAhahahahaHAHAHAHAaahahahaha

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

Aww come out and play.... No go away I might tread on you by accident small fluffy person.

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

She's not scared but she knows how delicate and fragile the little thing is and that it is precious to her 'humans' so she is holding back from playing till the Hoomans say it's okay

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

Aww. The big dog is so cute I can hug him/her and that teeny weenie kiten is so adorable i wanna squeeze her (But not to death)

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

this is so sweet....it just shows its all about the psychology not the size

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

kitten used attac kitten just kidding kitten use cuddle Best Fwends Now

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

what the hecc usually cats are scaerd of chonk doggos

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

heheheheeheheheehehehehehehehehhehehehehehehhehehehehe🤣🤣🤣

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

In the animal kingdom the smaller fighter trains the larger to stay away... always.

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

Woo, the poor darling...his gentleness puts him at a small disadvantage...

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

Classic Golden Retriever pose, if I don't look at it maybe it'll leave me alone... You'd be amazed how interesting the ceiling gets when my older female cat is in a mood!!

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

catto: (tiny voice) stay away! u evil doggo i poo and hooman thing is u AHHAHAH

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

My dog is 45 lbs and she is scared of all of our foster kittens, three of which were only three weeks old!

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

smart puppy - way safer on the nose (but I'll bet they became BFFs)

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

It's a classic case of Í don't want to look at how cute you are and fall in love'!

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

Hey, have you ever been clawed by a kitten??? Those tiny claws are like thousands of tiny needles!

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

HEY, that little fuzzball comes with built in knives on each of the ends of their paws.

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

probably sniffed too close and got a murder mitten across his nose.

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

But to be honest, the cat has some sharp claws, and a whole lotta pounce.

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#8

This Big Boy With His Pooh

This Big Boy With His Pooh

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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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“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

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

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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#24

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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#26

Ridiculously Massive Doggo Spotted On The Underground

Ridiculously Massive Doggo Spotted On The Underground

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#28

Meet Carl The 150 Pound Lion/Good Boy Hybrid

Meet Carl The 150 Pound Lion/Good Boy Hybrid

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#30

“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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#35

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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GirlFriday
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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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#48

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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JK Rowling
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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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