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An elderly couple in cream sweaters hold a fawn Great Dane upright at a frosty window so he can look out at falling snow. 28 / 30

Snow Started Falling Outside the Window. Harold and Bev Made Sure Duke Could See.

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Snow is falling outside, dusting the bare trees and the neighbor's rooftop in white. Inside, Harold and Bev have gathered at the big front window, and together they are holding up Duke so he can see. The fawn Great Dane stands tall on his hind legs, front paws resting against the frosty glass, ears perked and nose pointed out toward the flakes. Bev hugs him around the middle with a soft smile, while Harold steadies him from the side, grinning. Behind them, a lamp glows warmly in a cozy room filled with plaid blankets, books, and framed photos.

Watching the world through a window is a favorite pastime for many dogs, and snow adds movement and new sights to explore. Still, with a dog as large as a Great Dane, lifting or propping him up should be done carefully and only briefly. Standing on his hind legs for long periods can strain his back and hips, and lifting a giant breed can be hard on the people holding him. A sturdy window seat or a low bench lets a big dog enjoy the view on his own four feet. When it is time to play outside in the snow, keep sessions short, wipe the paws afterward, and watch for ice-melt chemicals on walkways.

Duke seems spellbound by the snowflakes, and Harold and Bev look just as charmed by him. It is a simple winter moment, but one they will surely remember.

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