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A Great Dane Walked Right Into the Spiderweb Decorations

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It looks like a cobweb exploded. A fawn Great Dane stands in the middle of the living room draped in stretchy white webbing from his head to his hips, with strands trailing to the floor and across the couch. His dark mask and droopy ears give him an expression of long-suffering patience, and his eyes are turned toward the camera. Plastic spiders are scattered on the blanket, a jack-o'-lantern sits on the couch, and a framed photo and a water bottle can be seen behind. Let's call him Atlas. He does not seem to have panicked, which is very Great Dane of him.

Great Danes are known as gentle giants. They tend to be mellow, affectionate, and patient, and they usually get along with children and other pets, though they don't always realize how large they are. They grow quickly and need proper puppy nutrition and gentle exercise to protect their joints. Because of their size, a spiderweb decoration at head height is exactly where they will find it, so decorations in a Great Dane's house should be placed higher than usual.

Fake spiderweb is a real hazard for pets. It can wrap around legs and necks, and if a dog eats it, the fibers can cause a dangerous blockage. If your dog gets tangled, stay calm, talk to him in a soothing voice, and remove the strands carefully, cutting them away if needed and being careful not to hurt him. Don't pull if it's tight. Check his mouth for strands, and if you think he swallowed any, call your vet. Better yet, skip the web or keep it in a spot where no pet can go.

Atlas simply stands there, calm as ever, until the rescue arrives. A giant in a cobweb is not very scary, only very sweet.

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