If you love big dogs and are looking for a companion to take you fishing, the Leonberger is your ideal pet. They do not drool and enjoy activities such as swimming and sledding with their beloved ...

Now that you know more about the most popular large dog breeds, it's time to consider their merits and choose the right one.

Many people have owned or known big dogs, from the gentle giant Great Danes to the sweet-tempered, bear-sized Newfoundlands. Some of these ancient breeds were originally developed as working dogs.

Space: Big dogs will require big things, including large beds, toys and food bowls. ... Leonbergers can grow to be quite large, with males reaching up to 170 pounds.

Majestic and strong, the Leonberger is also one of the most gentle and loving companions. Photo Credit: Flickr These big dogs may look strong, but they are loving, kind, and perfect family pets.

POWELL — The Paul and Mary Ann Smith household in Powell has 18 new mouths to feed and getting that done takes a group effort. Ariel, one of the large Leonberger dogs owned by Mary Ann Ruggiero ...

She is taking two of her four dogs – Prussia, aged five, and one-year-old Finni – 1 to Crufts where she has competed since 2000 with all seven of her leonbergers.

Gaynor Thomas, a courier from Cardiff, is competing in Crufts on Sunday with two of her leonberger dogs. She is taking two of her four dogs – Prussia, aged five, and one-year-old Finni – 1 to Crufts ...