Newfoundland
The Newfoundland is a strong and large sized dog. They were initially chosen as working dogs to move nets for fishers and take wood from the woodland.
History
The dog breed as we all know it today comes from dogs introduced in the island of Newfoundland to England in the early 19th century. They started from the native dogs or American Black Wolves. They were created from the inter-breeding of American dogs delivered to Newfoundland in the fifteenth and sixteenth-century by explorers.
Physical Appearance
Newfoundland colors are black with white, brown with white, and black splashes over the tail-tip and chest.
Height
Twenty-eight inches (male)
Twenty-six inches (female)
Weight
130 to 150 lbs. in male
100 to 120 lbs. in female
Life-Span
Nine to ten years
Temperament
Sweet Tempered
Lively
Peaceful
Friendly
Good with Kids
Susceptible Diseases
Adrenal insufficiency
Eye Disorders
Subaortic Stenosis
Seizure disorder
Canine elbow dysplasia
Thyroid Problems
Care and Grooming
The Newfoundland’s large coat needs complete brushing at least one time weekly. Neutered and spayed Newfoundlands shed all year long and must be brushed repeatedly a week. Like all dog breeds, their nails must be cut regularly.