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A fawn Great Dane sits upright on an unmade bed with a white comforter covered in muddy paw prints, looking off to the side. 20 / 26

The Bed Was Freshly Made. The Great Dane Walked Right Across It.

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A fawn Great Dane sits tall in the middle of an unmade bed, her long legs folded neatly beneath her, and her head turns to the side with a dignified air. The white comforter around her is stamped with muddy paw prints, dozens of them, heading in every direction like a map. Soft light from a window falls across the pillows, and a bottle sits on a nightstand beside her. Her dark mask and drooping ears give her a regal look. We'll call her Duchess Daisy, though most call her Dani.

Great Danes are among the tallest dog breeds, known as gentle giants because of their calm, friendly nature. They often think they are lap dogs and will happily climb into bed or onto a couch. They grow quickly, and because of their size, they need joint-friendly exercise and a good diet recommended by a vet. A large dog's paws can bring in a lot of mud, so a towel by the door and a washable comforter are great ideas. Wiping paws after a rainy walk keeps the bed clean. Great Danes also have a short life span compared with smaller dogs, so regular vet checkups matter.

Dani is looking away, as though she has nothing to do with the paw prints. Her serious profile is as noble as a statue, and the muddy bed is her stage. Somebody will be doing laundry tonight, but she'll have a spot on the bed again once the sheets are clean.

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