Meet Kevin, The World's Tallest Dog

June 19, 2024

Meet Kevin, a gentle giant who has recently claimed the title of the world's tallest dog.

This Great Dane from West Des Moines, Iowa, stands an impressive 0.97 meters (3 feet 2 inches) tall from his feet to his withers, as confirmed by Guinness World Records.

Credit: Guinness World Records

Kevin shares his home with his loving owners, Tracy and Roger Wolfe, their two children, Alexander and Ava, and a menagerie of animal siblings – three dogs, four cats, chickens, goats, and horses.

Despite his towering stature, Kevin is known for his gentle demeanor and his amusingly timid nature. His family describes him as a scaredy cat, with his greatest fear being the household vacuum cleaner.

"He is terrified of the vacuum. He won't let it come within 6 feet of him! He will jump and run to get away from it," Tracy shared with Guinness World Records.

Even the process of measuring Kevin for his record attempt was a challenge, as the sight of the measuring tape was enough to spook him.

Nevertheless, his remarkable height was officially recorded, earning him a place in the record books.

When he's not avoiding vacuums, Kevin enjoys his favorite pastime: napping and "holding the couch down." His laid-back lifestyle and endearing quirks have made him a beloved member of the Wolfe family.

Watch the video below.

New world's tallest dog makes humans look small 👀 pic.twitter.com/aJqSwKP3cK

— Guinness World Records (@GWR) June 13, 2024