How big are the largest dog breeds?
Man's best friend comes in various sizes. The →largest dog breed in the world can be up to one meter tall! For some of them, you need not only extra space in your heart but also on your sofa.
Irish Wolfhound - the largest breed worldwide
An adult, purebred →Irish Wolfhound male can grow up to one meter tall. Thus, the four-legged friend is well above the hips of most people. This giant on four paws was once bred for hunting wolves or large deer, but is actually a rather sensitive and gentle furball.
Other giant dog breeds in "oversize" include:
- Scottish Deerhound
- Tibetan Mastiff
- Anatolian Shepherd Dog
- Great Dane
- Newfoundland
- Landseer
- Saint Bernard
- Leonberger
- Pyrenean Mountain Dog
- English Mastiff
Big dog, even bigger hunger
Anyone who decides on a large dog must also serve up plenty. Because a giant like an Irish Wolfhound or a Great Dane needs a lot of food! The →correct amount of food depends, among other things, on the size, weight, and activity level of your four-legged friend.
If you're unsure which food is suitable for your beloved pet, you can →get free advice from us. Thanks to the →Pets Deli sample packages, your dog can also easily try out dry food, wet food, and BARF.
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Small dog, huge character?
Especially →small dogs are often referred to as the "divas" among four-legged friends. They can be quite bark-prone, like to show others who's boss, and definitely won't let larger companions steal their food from the bowl. So when it comes to who has the biggest character, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, Dachshunds, and the like are way ahead.
