Big Dogs Like to Be Held Too
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Big Dogs Like to Be Held Too


Tanner is rather an odd duck...er...dog. Unlike most big dogs, he loves to be held like many smaller ones. Or maybe it is simply that most humans don't hold their big dogs. That's probably it.
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Tanner and I Play in the Pool on a Cold Day

Tanner even enjoys being held like a toddler, as in the next two photos. Toni is his best buddy for holding like this. I'm not sure who enjoys it more, Tanner or Toni.
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Toni Holds Tanner
© photo copyright Carrie Boyko 2008
Tanner and Toni
Love to Snuggle Like This

My Profile Picture
Tanner and I Show Off Our Mutual Trust
I'd love to share your photos of big dogs being held. Or little dogs on your laps. Any photos that you would like to share are welcome. Send them to [email protected]. I'm looking forward to having a Readers' Photo Post, but I'll need your help. Send those pictures in, so I can show off your furry friends.





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