From little poodles to massive Great Danes, dogs range in size from little to very large.
There is a wide selection of huge dog breeds available, each with its own distinct personality and coat type, for those who like the company of enormous canines.
Take your living quarters' dimensions into account before bringing a huge breed home.
Even while some big breeds are quiet and can live in apartments, others require more room and a yard to run around in.
Boerboels, sometimes called South African mastiffs, are robust, stocky dogs that weigh 150 to 200 pounds.
Although the precise lineage of the breed is a mystery, it is believed that it descended from a mix of African dogs, Victorian bulldogs, and several mastiff-type breeds.
In rural South Africa, the boerboel served as a family protector and ward against robbers and predators.