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A Great Dane Kept a Close Eye on the Gingerbread House

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The gingerbread house is finished, and a blue-gray Great Dane is standing guard. He sits beside the wooden table in a bright kitchen, his long face turned slightly, his dark eyes calm and watchful. The little house is covered in white icing, tiny candies, and a few pine sprigs, and the crumbs scattered on the table show that someone has been busy with the decorating.

Great Danes are among the tallest dogs in the world, and a seated Dane can see right over a kitchen table. They are known as gentle giants, often calm, friendly, and patient with children. They are also big enough to reach counters without trying, so food left within reach may disappear. Keep treats and baked goods well back from the edge.

Gingerbread, icing, and candy decorations aren't a good snack for dogs. Nutmeg can be toxic in large amounts, and sugar-free candy may contain xylitol, which is dangerous. Dried icing and candy can also upset a stomach. Whenever you bake, keep a close watch on your dog and keep the finished houses on high shelves. This dane is doing exactly the right thing: sitting politely and looking at the house from a respectful distance, like a very tall, very well-behaved neighbor. His tail sweeps once across the floor, and a few crumbs scatter. Even a dog this tall knows that some things are best admired from a distance.

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