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A harlequin Great Dane with ears back sits beside a chewed, crumpled homework notebook on a cluttered table. 14 / 37

The Great Dane's Homework Excuse Might Be the Best One Yet

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Even sitting down, the harlequin Great Dane looms over the table, his black-and-white patches stretching across a huge chest and a long, serious muzzle. His ears are pressed back, his eyes drift toward the notebook, and his lower lip hangs a little. The notebook is crumpled and chewed, its pages curling like a pastry. Behind him, a pile of jeans and clutter says it has been a busy afternoon.

Great Danes are among the tallest dog breeds, yet they are often gentle and affectionate, sometimes thinking they are lap dogs. Their size means everything on a table is easily within reach, so counters and desks need clearing if you share a home with one. They also need plenty of space and sturdy, appropriately sized toys. Large breeds can have special health needs, so it is wise to talk to your vet about feeding and exercise. Paper is usually harmless in small bits, but a dog who eats a lot of it should be checked.

We will call him Atlas. He has the guilty slump of a student who has lost the homework for the oldest reason in the world. In his version of events, the notebook jumped. The sweet, droopy face makes a fine argument, and the teacher might need quite some time to think about it, maybe over a snack.

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