Newfoundland
Adult Size: Females 26 inches and 110 - 120 pounds. Males 28 inches and 130 to 150 pounds
Breed: Newfoundland
Breed Group: Working

Newfoundlanders are the perfect dog for families. Because they are easy to train, they're also ideal for first time dog owners. Typically, these dogs are friendly, good with children and enjoy the company of strangers. However, this friendliness doesn’t limit their capacity to be protective of their families.

A Newfoundland is just as happy resting as working to haul a sled. This dog's adaptable energy levels and calm temperament make them ideal for almost any household. If you want a dog that will play with your children by day, or sleep through an evening movie, the Newfoundland is a perfect choice.

Somewhat unusual for canines, Newfoundland Dogs have webbing on their feet, making them great swimmers. Their tremendous intelligence combined with massive size and water abilities make them ideal as rescue dogs and guard dogs. Today, these dogs are some of the best known for reliability, obedience and good nature.

Because the Newfoundland has two coats, they are difficult to groom. You will need to brush them daily and make sure that you reach the undercoat as you work. It’s also very important to keep their nails short, as their paws have a tendency to splay out.

As with other large dogs, Newfoundlanders suffer from dysplasia of the major joints. They are also known to have heart problems. In both cases, hereditary factors play a major role.

Historically, the Newfoundland Dogs were carried aboard fishing ships. Not only did they act as rescue dogs, they were used to find land, pull boats ashore and secure fishing nets. They have also been used on land as draft animals.

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