Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but some breeds tower above the rest, in both height and heart. These gentle giants have been companions, protectors and working partners to humans for centuries.

After coming close in the last two years, Monty the giant schnauzer won the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show ...

Monty, a regal giant schnauzer with a dramatic beard and a winning way about him, was awarded best in show at the Westminster ...

The dog was a Tibetan Mastiff picked up in the middle of a busy intersection, covered with over thirty pounds of excess ...