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A fawn Great Dane lies on a blue gingham blanket with a litter of tiny kittens curled beside his long front legs. 12 / 34

A Great Dane Laid His Giant Paws Around a Litter of Tiny Kittens

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A fawn Great Dane lies on a blue-and-white gingham blanket with his long legs stretched out and his head lowered over a litter of tiny kittens. There are ginger, gray, black and cream ones curled in a loose circle next to his front paws. A wicker basket, a pair of slippers and a plant in the background give the bright room a homey touch. Sunlight pours across the blanket, warming the floor and everything on it.

We might call the Great Dane Duke. His paws are about as big as the kittens' whole bodies, and he rests them carefully around the little group. It is a very gentle arrangement. The kittens have no idea how big he is, and he is gentle enough that it does not matter.

Great Danes are huge, friendly dogs that are often called gentle giants. They love people, are usually calm indoors and need regular exercise and space to stretch out. Because of their size, even a friendly Great Dane can accidentally hurt a small animal, so careful supervision matters, particularly with kittens that are small enough to be stepped on. A blanket on the floor is a good place for a picnic or a nap, and a quiet room helps. Great Danes and kittens can bond well, and your vet can help with advice on introductions and care.

Duke looks comfortable on his blanket, and the kittens seem to agree. It is a peaceful, sunny afternoon.

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