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The Newfoundland is a large, usually black, breed of dog originally used as a working dog in Newfoundland. They are known for their sweet dispositions. They are very loyal to their families and possess natural water rescue tendencies.
Appearance: Newfoundlands ("Newfies" or
"Newfs") have webbed feet and a water-resistant
coat. Males weigh 60–70 kg (130–150 lb), and females
45–55 kg (100–120 lb), placing them in the
"giant" weight range.
Most Newfies are black, but brown, gray (very rare), Irish
Spotted (black with white markings), and Landseer (black head,
white body with black markings) varieties exist. The Landseer
is named after the artist Sir Edwin Landseer, who featured
them in many of his paintings. Some kennel clubs consider the
Landseer to be a separate breed; others consider it simply a
Newfoundland color variation. Some kennel clubs consider Irish
Spotted to be an "invalid" marking, and these clubs
will not allow them to be shown.
Temperament: Newfies have a gentle, placid
disposition. They are nicknamed the "Gentle Giant"
and "Nature's babysitter." Indeed, the official AKC
breed description says "Sweetness of temperament is the
hallmark of the Newfoundland; this is the most important
single characteristic of the breed." They are protective
of children. The dog Nana in James M. Barrie's Peter Pan was a
Newfoundland. (Newfie owners resent the depiction of her as a
St. Bernard in the Disney animated film version and the 2003
live-action version; the 2004 film Finding Neverland used a
Great Pyrenees).
The Newfoundland is smart and loyal. The breed is easily
trained as they are eager to please their masters. They are
neither easily frightened nor excitable. Relative to other
breeds, Newfoundland puppies, especially older puppies, tend
to be calm,but obedience training is a must for these giant
dogs. Newfoundlands take up to three years to reach full
maturity.
They get along wonderfully with other dogs. They have deep,
fierce-sounding barks, but are not good guard dogs. They have
been known to grieve when separated from their families.
Despite their wonderful qualities, this breed is not for
everyone. Their large size makes them difficult to keep in
many living situations, although they do not require great
amounts of exercise and as puppies they tend to tire easily.
History: The origin of the breed is in Newfoundland
on the East coast of Canada. In the early 1880s fishermen from
many parts of Europe travelled to the cod banks of
Newfoundland were there were two types of working dog: one
more heavily built, large with a longish coat, whereas the
other was lighter in build, an active, smooth-coated water
dog. The heavier one was the Newfoundland and the other was
the Labrador or the St. Johns breed of Newfoundland. The dogs
were used in similar ways to pull fishnets and heavy
equipment.
Health: The health problems associated with
Newfoundlands. Newfoundlands are prone to Hip dysplasia (a
malformed ball and socket in the hip joint), Elbow dysplasia,
sub-aortic stenosis (a heart condition) and cystinuria (a
hereditary defect that forms calculi stones in the bladder).
When you buy one make sure the parents have
a heart certificate (checked by using doppler)
a cystinuria certificate(that both are not carriers and
neither of them is sick)
Famous Newfoundlands:
Seaman- pet of Meriwether Lewis
Boatswain - pet of Lord Byron
Sable Chief mascot of The Royal Newfoundland Regiment.
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