Many people have owned or known big dogs, from the gentle giant Great Danes to the sweet-tempered, bear-sized Newfoundlands.

Mastiffs are the largest dog breed, with males weighing up to 230 pounds. Large dog breeds are frequently known for being protective. Some large breeds require more upkeep than others, making it ...

While many big dog breeds often get a bad reputation for being rough with children especially due to their size, surprisingly ...

They are large — actually, they are some of the largest dog breeds in the world. Don't believe us? Just take a look at these (mostly) gentle giants below. It’s likely that the top ten and even top 20 ...

A big bark doesn’t necessarily tally with an aggressive dog – for instance, the Japanese tosa, which is banned in many countries due to its origins as a fighting breed, fights in silence.

Geneticists are still on the hunt for an explanation. In this age of modern domestication, why are the largest dog breeds up to 40 times bigger than the smallest? While the answer remains unclear ...