Newfoundland is commonly known as “Newfie”and this is the theory based on similarities between the two
dog breeds and the fact that the cost of coast of Newfoundland and Labrador are very close to each other. In 1919 gold medal was awarded to
Newfoundland because it pulled to safety a lifeboat containing twenty shipwrecked people and it has been called as St. Bernard of the water.
During world war II
Newfoundland hauled supplies and ammunition for the Armed Forces in blizzard conditions in Alaska and the Aleutian Islands. This breed is very good at water trials, competitive obedience, weight pulling, carting, backpacking, and as a watchdog and guarding dog. This breed may be descendant of nomadic Indian dogs or of viking “bear dogs”.
Newfoundland is a stately, strong, massive dog with a broad heavy head. Due their massive size and strength they are also well known for their hauling and retrieving capabilities. Their small eyes are dark brown and their nose is black except bronze-colored dogs which have brown noses.
This breed dogs that live indoors, however tends to loose their undercoats.
Newfoundland feet are webbed for better swimming and their tail hangs down. Their Dewclaws should be removed on the hind legs and undercoat is shed twice a year. Avoid bathing unless if it require because it strips away the coat's natural oil.
It is deeply devoted and extremely delightful companion.
Newfoundland ears are half pricked and can be cropped and it has large blocky head and a rolling gait. They are adaptable to various climate and environments.
Solid black, brown or gray.
A dog's standard height varies from 27 to 29 inches while bitch's height varies from 25 to 27 inches.
Dog's weight vary between 130 to 150 Pounds while bitches weight varies between 100 to 120 Pounds.
A healthy Newfoundland lives about 9 to 15 years.
Newfoundland is a sweet, elegent and courageous breed and they are considered to be one of the friendliest breeds. It daily requires brushing, they are extremely sensitive and will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed direction. It does well with basic obedience and socialization. They can become so attached to their owners they can not be adapt to a new home and they are very devoted, brave and intelligent.
Newfoundland will enjoy outdoors but also requires companionship.
Newfoundland as a Pet
Newfoundland
pets are good with children, family and their owners. This is generally good with other pets. This breed drinks lot of water and may be messy about it, as it loves to get it wet. They are sensitive heart and gentel, heroic and docile.
Newfoundland enjoy play session, daily walks and swimming. They love to run in small fenced yard and they will do okay in an apartment if they are given sufficiently exercised by their owners. They have propensity to drool.
