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Description The Newfoundland, also known as newfie, is a large, heavily coated, well balanced dog. They are heavily boned, muscular, and strong. The Newfoundland shows dignity and act proud. | ||
Size The adult male Newfoundland is 27-29 inches tall and weighs about 130-150 pounds. The adult female Newfoundland is 25-27 inches tall and weigh 100-120 pounds. | ||
Coat This breed has a flat, water-resistant, double coat. The outer coat of the Newfoundland is coarse, either straight or with a wave, moderately long, and full. The undercoat is soft and dense. | ||
Color The standard colors of the Newfoundland are black, brown, gray, and white & black. | ||
Temperament The Newfoundland is a gentle giant. This dog breed has an outstanding temperament. It is a good, courageous, intelligent dog. He is patient, gentle, calm, loyal and trustworthy with a sweet, mild temperament. | ||
Care Newfoundlands should be brushed daily to weekly with a hard brush to prevent the thick, coarse, double coat from matting. | ||
Exercise This breed can be lazy and should go on a daily walk to prevent becoming overweight. They tend to gain weight easily. The Newfoundland like to swim and should be given the opportunity if arises. | ||
Training Newfoundlands may be difficult to train. Train in calm and balanced manner without using your voice forcefully as it is very sensitive to your tone. | ||
Shedding The undercoat sheds twice a year in the spring and fall. The heaviest shedding period comes in the spring. Dry shampoo when necessary. | ||
Barking & Howling Not a big barker, but will act as a protector. | ||
Life Expectancy A well cared for Newfoundland can live 9-15 years and average about 10 years. | ||
Health This breed is prone to hip dysplasia and a heart disease called sub-aortic stenosis (SAS). | ||
AKC Category Working Group | ||
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