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Newfoundland information
The
Newfoundland is a strong, massive dog. The head is broad and
heavy with a slightly arched crown. The neck and back are
strong. The wide muzzle is about as broad as it is deep, and
rather short. The stop is moderate. The nose is generally black
except on bronze-coloured dogs, which have brown noses. The
teeth meet in a level or scissors bite. The deep-set, dark brown
eyes are relatively small and spaced wide apart. The triangular
shape ears have rounded tips and are relatively small. The legs
are well muscled, straight and parallel. The cat-like feet are
webbed. Dewclaws can be removed. The tail is strong and broad at
the base, hanging down. The double coat is flat and
water-resistant. The oily outer coat is coarse and moderately
long, either straight or wavy. The undercoat is oily, dense, and
soft. Dogs that live indoors tend to loose their undercoats.
Coat colours include black (most common), black with blue
highlights, black with white markings, brown, grey, and white
with black markings known as a
Landseer. Note: in the USA and Great
Britain the Landseer is considered the same breed as the
Newfoundland, however in some European countries the Landseer is
a totally different breed than the Newfoundland.
Landseers in Europe have longer
legs than newfies, Landseers are not so massive, they are more
sporty dogs. In shows, they compete separately.
Temperament
The
Newfoundland is a dog with an outstanding, sweet temperament,
courageous, generous, peaceable and intelligent. A calm, patient
dog, who is mild with guests, and obedient with its master. They
are very devoted, loyal and trustworthy. Their huge body tends
to move rather slowly. They rarely bark, but are protective and
brave when they need to be. When an intruder is caught they are
more likely to hold them at bay, either by trapping them in a
corner or placing themselves in-between the burglar and the
family rather than an all out attack. They are smart enough to
know who is a threat to the pack and who is not. Very sociable
and gentle. Any dog, other animal, child, or visitor who has no
evil intention will receive a friendly welcome. Usually gets
along with other dogs, but should be socialize well with them,
giving a correction at any sign of aggressiveness to insure this
behaviour. Generally good with other animals. Patient, playful,
and loving with children. Enjoys the outdoors, but also needs to
be with their family. The Newfoundland tends to be very messy
when drinking water and often drinks a lot. They do drool,
especially after getting a drink, but generally are not one of
the worst offenders compared to some other giant breeds. They
love to swim, and will lay in water if they get the chance.
This breed may be slightly difficult to train. Training must be
conducted in a calm and balanced manner. In order to achieve a
well balanced dog one must be calm, but firm, confident and
consistent with the dog. Giving the dog rules he must follow and
sticking to them along with a daily pack walk where the dog must
heal beside or behind you. No pulling ahead. Teach the dog to
enter and exit door and gateways after the human. These dogs are
very sensitive to the tone of your voice. Take this into account
during training, one needs to be calm, but firm. Adult
Newfoundland's eat only about as much as a Labrador, but puppies
eat more.
Size
Height: Dogs 27-29 inches
(69-74cm) Bitches 25-27 inches (63-69cm)
Weight: Dogs 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg) Bitches 100-120 pounds
(45-54kg)
Needs
This
gentle giant is quite content to laze around the house, but they
still need to be taken on a daily walk.
While out
on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the
person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the
way, and that leader needs to be the human.
It will enjoy frequent
opportunities to swim and frolic.
Will do okay in an apartment if
sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and
a small yard is sufficient. Newfies prefer colder climates and
do not do well in the heat. Make sure there is always cool water
and a shaded place for them to lay.
Grooming
Daily to weekly brushing of the
thick, coarse, double coat with a hard brush is important. The
undercoat is shed twice a year in the spring and fall and extra
care is required at these times. (The heaviest shedding period
coming in the spring). Avoid bathing unless absolutely
necessary, as this strips away the coat's natural oils. Instead,
dry shampoo from time to time.
Newfoundland Origins
The Newfoundland may be a
descendant of the Viking "bear dogs" or nomadic Indian dogs.
Others believe the Newfoundland is a close relative of the
Labrador. This theory is based on the similarities between the
two breeds and the fact that the coast of Newfoundland and
Labrador are very close to each other. It is possible that the
Labrador, which is an excellent swimmer, was able to swim the
Strait of Belle Isle or cross on foot when the water was frozen.
Many believe the Newfoundland originated from crosses between
Tibetan Massifs brought to Canada By British or European
fisherman and local dogs early in the 1700's. In any case, the
resulting breed found a niche aiding fisherman off the coast of
Newfoundland, Canada.
Others say the Newfoundland dog is related to the Labrador,
however not in the way stated above... The breed was already in
St John's in Newfoundland 500 odd years ago when Cabot arrived,
this much is known from written accounts of visitors just a few
years after his landing. The Vikings, who were here 500 years
before that or another group may have brought the animal to
these shores. The Labrador dog is descended from a dog called
the St. John's Water Dog and selective pairing with The
Newfoundland. In the early days of this breed before they were
called Labs they were known as "the lesser Newfoundland dog".
The name Labrador was given to them after they started to become
popular for their fine attributes.
This gentle giant was used for
hauling in nets, carrying boat lines to shore, retrieving
anything which fell overboard and rescuing shipwrecked and
drowning victims. The breed was also used to haul lumber, pull
mail sheds, deliver milk, and carry loads in packs. The
Newfoundland was, and still is, an outstanding instinctive
water rescue dog. Many owe their lives to members of the breed.
In 1919 a gold medal was awarded to a Newfoundland that pulled
to safety a lifeboat containing twenty shipwrecked people. It
has been called the St. Bernard of the water. During World War
II, Newfoundland's hauled supplies and ammunition for the Armed
Forces in blizzard conditions in Alaska and the Aleutian
Islands. Today safer ships and improved communications have
limited the dog's processional activities but its appeal has not
diminished due to the fact that it is considered a handsome,
devoted, delightful companion. It is still very good at water
trials, competitive obedience, weight pulling, carting,
backpacking, and as a watchdog and guarding dog. The
Newfoundland Club of America holds drafting and water rescue
tests.
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