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1. General Description of the Newfoundland

   The Newfoundland is a large dog, well muscled and heavy of bone. The skull is broad with an arched crown and pronounced occiput; ears are set on the side of the head and are small and triangular. Eyes are wide apart and deep set, small and dark brown in color. The Newfoundland’s expression is soft, kind and proud. Every part of the Newfoundland’s body and carriage convey power and strength. Neck, back and legs are strong enough to pull a drowning man from the water, and webbed feet also add to this dog’s swimming abilities. The tail is broad at the base and carried either low or out, but never up. The Newfoundland’s outer coat is water resistant, coarse and either straight or wavy; the undercoat is dense and soft. Coloring is black, gray, brown, and “Landseer” (black and white).

2. Newfoundland Temperament

   Any expert will tell you that the Newfoundland’s most prominent trait is its sweet and kind disposition. Newfoundlands are friendly to dog, cat and stranger alike, and are especially fond of children; these dogs form deep connections to their family and can become depressed if separated from their loved ones. The Newfoundland is a playful dog, though it should never be rambunctious or hyperactive; gentleness and easygoing amiability are the Newfoundland’s forte. The Newfoundland is often referred to as a “gentle giant,” and though this is true the vast majority of the time, the dog can also make a powerful guardian if it perceives that its family is being threatened.

3. Caring for a Newfoundland

   The Newfoundland requires a good deal of exercise in order to stay healthy and happy. Walking, jogging, retrieving, pulling and swimming are its favorites. The coat should be combed twice a week, and requires more attention when shedding. Take care that your Newfoundland has shelter on warm days, and do not leave a Newfoundland outside except in cold or moderate climates. Living inside with its family is a great boon to the dog’s mental development. Major health concerns for the Newfoundland include canine hip and elbow dysplasia, bloat (gastric torsion), subvalvular aortic stenosis, and cystinuria. Minor concerns include cruciate ligament rupture, ectropion, entropion, cataracts and von Willebrand’s disease.

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