http://www.thenewfoundlandclub.co.uk/

NEWFOUNDLANDS ARE :
Big, hairy, clumsy, enthusiastic, hungry, usually slobbery, frequently wet, often
muddy, sometimes naughty, invariably in your way, generally ‘deaf’ to your
commands and always demanding of your time and affection. BUT they are a joy
to the lives of those people daft enough to be devoted to them.
If you are houseproud, lead a busy life or are out at work full-time, this is NOT the
breed for you. They need love, attention, good food, regular grooming, more love,
basic obedience training, space to run and a loving ‘family’. This is not a breed to
live in a kennel or be left alone, either shut outside or in another room. They
demand the company of humans and are happiest living as one of the family – but
with all the doors wide open please. BE WARNED they can become addictive, and
many people have more than one.
Newfoundlands love …..
being wet, muddy and slobbery and sharing your bed!

HISTORY OF THE NEWFOUNDLAND BREED
The Newfoundland developed on the island from which it takes its name. It is
almost certainly a combination of the ancient, native Indian dogs and the many
European breeds which were carried across the Atlantic by explorers and
fishermen from the 15th century onwards. By the end of the 17th century. This
‘cocktail’ had stabilised into a large, web-footed, thick-coated dog, capable of
draught and water work. Its useful qualities were soon recognised well beyond the
North American continent, as was its equable temperament, which meant it worked
well with other dogs and was easily trained. Imported in considerable numbers
throughout Europe, these dogs soon attracted the attention of rich people, who
bought them to ornament their estates and entertain (and watch over) their children.
Many tales have been told of the courage displayed by Newfoundlands in lifesaving
exploits and this attracted the attention of a large number of artists, who have
portrayed the dogs in paint, stone, bronze and porcelain over the last two centuries.
The breed prospered in the United Kingdom, until 1914 and again in 1939, when its
numbers were almost fatally depleted by wartime restrictions. Since the 1950s,
there has been a steady increase in numbers and popularity while still remaining a
relatively uncommon breed, this is not least because a Newfoundland’s great size
and fondness for playing around in mud and water make it very unsuitable for most
homes.“


IS THIS THE BREED FOR YOU?
The beautiful, cuddly, fluffy bundle of love you see at the breeder’s home will
become 80+ pounds (35Kg+) of energy within a few months. That lovely coat
sheds hair everywhere, no outfit in your wardrobe will be without its sprinkling, you
will leave hairs wherever you go, and every
pot of yoghurt will contain at least one! A
Newfoundland could still be acting like
a puppy when he is two years old,
weighs at least 7 stones (45Kg)
and is 25+ inches (60cm) at
the shoulder. Gentle and
loving he may be, but the
frail, elderly and very
young may be knocked
aside in his joyful rush to
greet them. This is why
basic obedience training
is so important and must
be started as soon as
possible.
Newfoundlands are not all like ‘peas in a pod’; heights range from 24 – 30+ inches
(60 – 75cm) at the shoulder; weights may vary from 7 – 13 stones (45 – 80Kg) at
maturity; heads can vary between long and narrow to short and broad; body shape
differs too, as does coat density and length. Accepted colours are black, ‘Landseer’
(white with black markings) and brown. They are large dogs and have an appetite
to suit; they require good quality food to keep them healthy and this is not cheap.
Veterinary costs will be higher than for a smaller breed, worming tablets alone will
cost at least £20 a year. If medicines are needed the doses will be big and so will
the bills – this breed is not for those on a tight budget.While most Newfoundlands are happy at times just to lie dozing, never forget
that this is a working breed and as
such, they should have regular
exercise. With this in mind, you must
have a safe, appropriate place where
your mature dog can be let off its lead
to enjoy free exercise. You need to
have plenty of time and energy, enjoy
the outdoors (the colder and wetter the
better!) and be fit enough to cope.

Aww they are bootiful interesting post

gorgeous looking dogs arent they ...

there is one I see on our walks he is lovely

great post!

ive seen one or two at fun dog shows pulling little carts lol....

:san53: Fandabidozi

ahh i love newfies great info there thanks! I'd like to get one when im retired and living in a nice house surrounded by fields, pfft i wish!!

Also the newfoundland was also the dog in the original peterpan book not a St Bernard that it is now! Bit of useless information!

I didn't know that it's interesting to know these little things

i agree, im quite sad like that
i think its J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, which was first published in the UK in 1901, which is also when the name Wendy became more common, as not many people at all were called Wendy until Peter Pan! told ya im a saddo haha!!

Anyway..........has anyone on here got a newfie??

and shes totaly lush, even when shes hiding behind you butt have you seen that one thats sometimes outside the Asda, gorgeous!!

no I haven't Claire

my Butt ain't big enough to hide Shady

is it

it was on an angle!!
well the one that sometimes outside asda is hugggeee, yet another dog i will rob lol!!

a member called 4dogsme has a newffie called Sport she lives in Chicago

http://www.dogtalk4us.com/pictures-and-videos-f46/my-sport-t2776.htm#49744

http://www.dogtalk4us.com/dog-pictures-f18/sport-t3246.htm

http://www.dogtalk4us.com/dog-pictures-f18/me-and-sport-t3823.htm