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A Great Dane Puppy Met a Snowman and They Had a Staring Contest

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A silvery-blue puppy sits in the snow beside a snowman wearing a bright red scarf. The puppy's ears flop down, its brow is creased, and its big paws spread out on the white ground. The snowman has a carrot nose and button eyes made of coal, and behind them a wreath hangs on a house with a front porch. It seems the two are posing together for the holiday card, and neither is smiling.

Blue Great Dane puppies, like this slate-colored one, are growing fast, and large breeds need care to keep their joints healthy. Vets often recommend steady, moderate exercise and a diet made for big-breed puppies. In snow, remember that short coats do not hold heat well, and puppies can get cold quickly, so keep outings brief, dry their paws and belly afterward, and watch for shivering. Salt used to melt ice can irritate paws and cause stomach upset if licked, so wipe paws as soon as you come back inside.

We will call this pup Slate. He seems to be studying his new friend very seriously. A snowman is not much of a conversationalist, but it is a patient listener and holds still for photos. It is a calm, quiet moment between two white-and-gray friends, one of whom will melt first. The red scarf adds a splash of color, and the pup's gray coat blends in with the winter sky. If the snowman could talk, it would likely say thanks for the company.

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