A Giant Newfoundland Gave the Bunny a Very Careful Lick

A big brown Newfoundland with soulful eyes bends his head low, and a pink tongue reaches out for the top of a small brown bunny's head. The bunny sits quietly between the dog's front paws with her ears flat and her eyes soft. Clothes, shoes, and a cardboard box clutter the floor behind them.

Newfoundlands are known for their gentleness, often called nanny dogs because of how patiently they treat children and smaller animals. They are large, with a thick, water-resistant coat, and need regular brushing. They also drool, so a towel is handy. A vet can offer advice on keeping a giant breed healthy and comfortable.

Licking is a sign of affection and grooming among dogs, and some dogs extend it to other animals. It is usually a good sign, but it is worth supervising. A rabbit's coat is delicate, and a dog's licking can leave her wet and chilled. If a bunny gets damp, she should be dried gently and kept warm, and your vet can offer advice if she seems stressed.

The bunny does not seem to mind in the picture. She holds still, and the big dog is careful and tender. It is a soft moment between two very different sizes. The room around them is cluttered and cheerful, and the bunny sits calm and bright-eyed in the middle of it, as though the whole thing were perfectly ordinary and very nice.