Do you have a big doggo? One sad fact about our large four-legged friends is that the giant breeds tend to have shorter lifespans. There’s not much we can do about that except love the bejesus out of them while they are with us and make their lives as happy and healthy as possible.

If you have your heart set on a big doggo, it is especially important that you buy from a breeder who participates in genetic testing screening for the disorders and diseases that are common in their breed, like hip dysplasia or cardiomyopathy.