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Newfoundland
(Newf) (Newfie)
Newfoundlands -- Satchel (white on
feet) at almost two years old and Jack at 6 years old. Bred by Karazan Newfoundland Kennels
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Pronunciation |
New-found-land |
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Description |
The Newfoundland is a stately, strong, and massive
dog with a broad heavy head. Elegant, harmonious, agile and hardy. The wide
muzzle is rather short and squared-off. The small triangular ears are pendant.
The small eyes are dark brown; the conjunctiva should not show as it does in the
St. Bernard. The nose is generally black except on bronze-colored dogs, which
have brown noses. The feet are webbed for better swimming. Dewclaws should be
removed on the hind legs. The tail hangs down. The water-repellent long outer
coat is flat, oily and slightly wavy with a thick oily undercoat. Dogs that live
indoors, however, tend to loose their undercoats. The coat most often comes in
black, (sometimes with a little white on the feet, end of the tail, or
chest) black with blue highlights, bronze sometimes also in brown or gray and
Landseer (White with black markings), note: in the
USA and Great Brittan 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. |
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Temperament |
The Newfoundland is a dog with an outstanding
temperament, good, courageous, generous and intelligent. A patient dog, mild with
guests, and obedient with its master. He is noble, calm, gentle, loyal and
trustworthy with a sweet temperament. Dignified and peaceable. Very devoted.
Good and brave. Intelligent enough to act on his own when needed.
Protective, but tends to place himself between the intruder and his family
rather than bark or growl. Newfoundland's can recognize a dangerous situation
and will generally act if the family is threatened. 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 behavior. Generally good with other animals. Patient, playful, and loving with children. Very sociable. Enjoys the outdoors, but also requires
companionship. The Newfoundland drinks a lot of water and may be messy about it,
as he loves to get wet. They tend to drool, though not as much as some other
giant breeds. Although puppies require a lot of food, an adult Newfoundland eats
only about as much as a retriever. They love to swim and if backpacking near
water, don't let the Newfoundland carry your sleeping bag - or you may spend a
very damp night! They love water and enjoy laying in it. 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 head. These dogs are very sensitive
to the tone of your voice. Their huge body tends to move rather slowly.
Take this into account during training. |
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Height, weight |
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) |
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Health Problems |
Prone to hip dysplasia. Do not let a Newfoundland
get fat. Also prone to a hereditary heart disease called sub-aortic stenosis (SAS).
Breeders should have puppy's hearts checked by a veterinary cardiologist at 8-12
weeks of age. Adult Newfies should be cleared of SAS again before breeding. |
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Living Conditions |
Will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently
exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and a small yard is sufficient.
They are sensitive to heat: provide them plenty of shade and cool water in
warmer weather. These dogs prefer cool climates. |
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Exercise |
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. |
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Life Expectancy |
9 - 15 years - Average 10 |
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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. |
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Origin |
There are stories about the origin of the
Newfoundland. The breed may be a descendant of nomadic Indian dogs, or of Viking
"bear 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, Newfoundlands 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 sponsors water rescue and drafting tests. |
| Group |
Mastiff, AKC Working |
| Recognition |
NCA, CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR |
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NCA = Newfoundland Club of America
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Newfoundland Posters and Prints!
"Karazan Paris, the Newfie. He has won virtually everything there is to win and is an absolute sweetheart. This is a picture of him at the Regional Newfoundland Specialty Show in Dixon, California, when he was 10 years old. Even at 10 years old, he looks and acts like a puppy. All our dogs are a real tribute to the incredible breeding of Phyllis Colgan of the Karazan Kennels in Napa."
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This is Aarnikarhun Galateia "Demi" from KENNEL DESTELLON.
This is Aarnikarhun Escuela "Elsa" from KENNEL DESTELLON.
This is Jydekompagniet`s Apple-Jack "Jaki" from KENNEL DESTELLON.
Newfoundland Pictures 1.
Newfoundland Pictures 2
Newfoundland Pictures 3
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