Gibson, meeting the world's smallest dog in 2007Friday, May 15, 2009
The world's tallest dog has been struck by misfortune, as he has had to have one of his legs amputated.
Gibson, a Great Dane who resides in Grass Valley, California, shot to fame when he was officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the tallest dog in the world in 2004 - standing over 7ft tall (42.4 inches, to be precise.)
Gibson's still standing tall - but only on three legs, after being diagnosed with bone cancer. The cancer forced vets to amputate his front right leg to prevent the cancer spreading from his paw. Losing the leg gave him over a 95% greater chance of survival.
Gibson, who is now recuperating at home, will have follow-up chemotherapy treatment over the next few weeks. The operation will not affect his height.
'Gibson is a loving, gentle dog who provides joy to those who meet him. The loss of his leg will not slow him down,' said Sandy Hall, Gibson's owner.
http://www.metro.co.uk/weird/article.html?Worlds_tallest_dog_loses_a_leg&in_article_id=664322&in_page_id=2
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