Baron the English mastiff is Australia's friendliest pooch. Of course, it is not only his friendliness that makes Baron stand out. The dog is giant and weighs 250 lbs.

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The pooch is still only two years old, and he will grow until he is four.

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Soon Baron's owner will take him to training after which the pooch will become a therapy dog helping in schools and hospitals.

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Meanwhile, Baron just loves jumping on his owner to express his joy. According to Baron's owner, Mark, the giant eats $200 worth of food every week.

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