Newfoundland Dog Breed

The Newfoundland was developed on its namesake island to haul fishing nets and pull carts. They were also used to save people who were shipwrecked. He is an intelligent, loyal and sweet tempered dog who loves children. Besides his above mentioned occupations, he is an effective guard dog and watchdog. Newfoundlands come in different colors: black, black and white, brown, or gray. They need long walks and occasional swims.

The Newfoundland is named after the island of that name in the north-east Canada. Its original duty was to act as a fisherman's drought dog, but it later became famous for its seagoing rescue feats. This large, heavily built breed has been described as a "huge, cuddly bear of a dog" and is one of the gentlest of all breeds, known for its love of children and its endless patience when enduring their most annoying habits.

A great swimmer and a natural lifeguard. If you want a companion dog or a protection dog, the Newfoundland is the answer. He must have a great deal of exercise, at least two hours a day, and he is definitely not an apartment dog.

It has a thick coat that is usually solid black, but can also appear in a dark, rich brown, and black-and-white (Landseer pattern).

Colors of the Newfoundland

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