When it comes to dogs, don’t be fooled by size because often, it doesn’t matter. Some people think that larger breeds are only for individuals who spend a great deal of time doing outdoor activities or those who want extra protection. Others believe the best pup for kids is one of small stature.
But there are some significant benefits to going with a larger breed. As these 62 examples show, giant-sized dogs can be just as gentle, if not more so than the smaller ones. So, if you’re thinking about getting a pooch, don’t automatically overlook the big pups.
1. Growing up as best friends
This baby was fortunate to have an amazing friend to grow up with. Not only is he super cuddly and soft but he’s also an outstanding babysitter. This is too cute for words.
So, what do you do when you love to dance but don’t have a partner? Well, you might consider something like this. Okay, perhaps he doesn’t have all the steps down but he’s the cutest guy on the dance floor.
If you ask this handsome fellow, he’ll tell you he’s just a loving lap dog. This pup is a cross between a Malamute and an American Wolf dog. Although he’s enormous, there’s nothing wrong with cuddling.
This gorgeous Great Dane makes herself right at home. Since there’s no way the dog is going anywhere, the family might need to invest in a larger couch.
Here’s a perfect example of what a gentle giant giving love looks like. This sweet pup might be super-sized but he’s also very sweet. This is one of his favorite things to do.
With the same colors as the rug, you might initially think this woman is snuggling with a pillow. But then you realize it’s a huge dog. And she’s the best snuggle bug ever.
Somewhere underneath all the red-colored fur is a woman. It’s so funny how big dogs think they belong in laps. And with size on their side, who’s going to argue?
Just like the mother of a child, this woman is so proud that her boy grew up to be big and strong. Finally, he’s taller than she is. And he’s quite handsome, too.
If you’re having a bad day, one look at this dog will put a smile on your face. He might be big but he never leaves home without his favorite stuffed animal. This is cuteness overload.
Two things in this photo stand out. First, there’s a normal-sized large dog on the left that pales in comparison to the white one. Second, the side of the couch where the enormous dog and his owner are sitting is noticeably lower than the other side.
This pup might not be the largest one on the list but he’s still pretty big. And what’s so cool about him is that he was rescued by his owner. He’s so loving and gentle that he became a therapy dog.
You can see this Newfoundland is big. But looking at that tongue and teeth, you can also see she’s just as big on the inside as she is on the outside. That means her heart is huge.
Often, it’s smaller dogs that spend time with elderly residents at rehabilitation centers for the elderly. But in this case, a Rottweiler is doing a fantastic job. He’s so incredibly gentle with the older people.
Few things are more adorable than a Saint Bernard puppy. If you look at the dog’s size compared to the person’s shoe, you can tell she’s already quite large. But she’s only eight weeks old…oh my.
At a rehabilitation center in Los Angeles that deals with children, an individual brings in their Newfoundland to help the kids get through challenging times. If this isn’t the most precious photo ever, we don’t what is.
If this woman thinks her puppy is heavy now, she’s in for a rude awakening a few months down the road. You see, this precious girl is only seven months old. So, she still has a way to go.
Big dogs sitting in humans’ laps, that is. As far as this 11-month-old Saint Bernard named Simba is concerned…never. As long as his dad lets him, he’s going to do it. And he’s a whopping 130 pounds.
The fact that this dog’s head is almost twice that of his owners speaks volumes as to his overall size. But one look at that face and there’s no denying this is a gentle giant. Such a sweetheart.
That’s what it looks like. With this dog suspended in air, it looks as though she’s a huge puffy cloud. Oh wait, we see those feet below. Nice try but your sneaky trick didn’t work.
Okay, grandmas should never have a favorite grandchild. But this might be an exception. Look at him, he’s big, cuddly, and loving. What more can you ask for?
While visiting family, someone dared this guy to try to pick up the dog. Obviously, this pooch is extremely big. Long story short…he succeeded although it wasn’t easy.
To show everyone the size of his dog, this man picked him up and had someone snap a photo. Keep in mind that this guy is over six-feet tall and weighs 300 pounds. Now you can see just how massive his pup is.
It’s clear the dog on the left is much larger than the one on the right. But he’s much bigger than you think. You see, the smaller pup weighs 70 pounds.
When this Great Dane became too big to sit on his human’s lap, he had to come up with a solution. So, the two of them compromised. Whatever floats their boat.
