World's tallest dog meets world's shortest — A pawfect record-breaking date!

UPDATED: May 1, 2025 16:18 IST

In a heart-warming meeting straight out of a fairy tale, the world’s tallest and shortest dogs — Great Dane Reginald (Reggie) and Chihuahua Pearl — enjoyed a “pawfect” date earlier this April. Organised by Guinness World Records, the event marked a charming celebration of canine contrast and companionship.

Reggie, a towering seven-year-old Great Dane from Idaho, holds the title of the tallest living male dog, measuring an incredible 3 ft 3 in (1.007 m). In stark and adorable contrast, four-year-old Pearl from Florida stands at a mere 3.59 in (9.14 cm), earning her the title of the shortest living dog. With a height difference of more than three feet (91.56 cm), the pair made for an eye-catching duo as they posed together during their meet-up.

Photos and videos captured during their meeting, which took place at Reggie’s home in Idaho, show the unlikely pair indoors and frolicking outdoors, delighting pet lovers around the world. The get-together was part of Guinness World Records’ 70th anniversary celebrations and showcased not only the organisation’s record-setting marvels, but also the deep affection people hold for their furry companions.

"You can see through the photos and videos the love we have... for our pets. They’re part of the family," said Vanessa Semler, Pearl’s proud owner.

Sam Johnson Reiss, Reggie’s owner, echoed the sentiment: "If Reggie gives happiness to any one person, that will be great for him and that will make him happy."

The meeting between Pearl and Reggie reminded many that size is no barrier when it comes to friendship, even in the dog world. And with Guinness World Records continuing to spotlight the extraordinary in everyday life, these two pups are proof that records can bring the world just a little closer, one paw at a time.