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10. The most expensive and largest dog in the world: the Tibetan Mastiff
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One day, Sarah chose to snap pictures with a large Tibetan Mastiff she came across at a nearby dog exhibition. She was astounded by how big the dog was as she walked toward the photo. She looked like a little figure next to the magnificent Tibetan Mastiff, Thunder, which towered above her. Its already remarkable height was enhanced by its thick, luxuriant coat, which seemed to flow indefinitely.
Sarah battled to stay upright next to the enormous dog as they posed for the picture. She stood next to Thunder, seeming like a tiny version of herself in comparison, with a hesitant grin. Her head hardly reached the dog's shoulder, and its enormous paws almost matched her face size. Amused by the sharp contrast, the photographer had to back off several steps to accommodate Sarah and Thunder in the frame.
Some of the onlookers laughed at the sight of the mismatched couple as others stopped to see the dreamlike scenario play out. Young children pointing in wonder at the alive, breathing mound of fur tugged at their parents' sleeves. Driven to seize the moment despite her clear anxiety, the woman gripped Thunder's fur for support, giving the impression of her holding a fluffy mountain.
Despite his commanding weight, Thunder had a subdued manner that calmed Sarah. His tail waggled gently, generating a breeze Sarah could feel, and his warm brown eyes gazed down at her with inquiry and compassion. The owner of the dog stood close by laughing at Sarah's mix of exhilaration and anxiety.
Sarah laughed at the ridiculousness of the circumstances after the picture was shot. She understood that this would be a narrative to share for years to come, one of the day she attempted double her size photo session with a Tibetan Mastiff. Her knowledge of why these amazing animals were regarded as living treasures rather than as pets changed her respect of them.
