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A white lamb sleeps tucked between the front paws of a large silver-gray Weimaraner lying on a wooden floor. 6 / 22

A Tiny Lamb Slept Soundly Between a Weimaraner's Big Front Paws

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The Weimaraner lies stretched out on the wooden floor with her silvery head resting low and her eyes closed, her long front legs forming a protective frame. Right in the middle of them lies Dumpling the white lamb, fast asleep with her soft ears out to either side and her little pink nose pressed to the floor. The dog's big paws and long toes rest next to the lamb's white hooves. Behind them, a sofa, a plant, and a scattering of everyday things fill a sunny room.

Weimaraners are tall, elegant dogs with pale silvery coats and light eyes, and they are known for being energetic, smart, and devoted to their people. They often like to stay close to their families and may be happiest when they are included in daily life. Lambs are naturally social and like to rest in contact with a calm companion. When animals of very different sizes share a space, it is smart to keep a close eye on them and make sure the smaller one is safe. If you have questions about introducing a dog to a lamb, talk to your vet.

The big dog looks completely at ease, and the lamb seems to know she is safe. It is a gentle picture of size and softness, a long gray frame around one small white bundle, with the whole room quiet around them.

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