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Newfoundland Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Newfoundland
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Also Called:
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Height: The Newfoundland is about 25-29 inches tall.
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Weight: The Newfoundland weighs between 100-150 lbs.
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Colors: The Newfoundland can be black, brown, gray, and white and black.
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Physical Appearance: The Newfoundland is famous for rescuing drowning people. Its webbed feet, water-resistant coat, and rudder-like tail make it an excellent swimmer. He is a sweet-dispositioned dog that acts neither dull nor ill-tempered and a devoted companion. A multipurpose dog, at home on land and in the water. He is large and heavily coated. A well balanced dog that is deep-bodied, heavily boned, muscular, and strong. A good specimen of the breed has dignity and proud head carriage.
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Temperament/Personality: The Newfoundland is considered to be one of the sweetest tempered breeds. He is known for his excellent temperament and rescue work. Makes an excellent companion for small children.
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Care: The Newfoundland needs daily brushing of it's thick double coat with a hard brush. Shedding of the undercoat is twice a year. Avoid bathing unless necessary as it will strip away their natural coat's oils. Instead use dry shampoo.
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Health Concerns/Problems: The Newfoundland has the following inherited health problems: Von Willebrand’s disease, Lymphosarcoma Lymphoma, Osteosarcoma, Acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots), Dermoid Cyst, Bloat, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Megaesophagus, Addison's Disease, Cushing's disease, Hypothyroidism, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Pulmonic Stenosis, Subaortic Stenosis, Cardiomyopathy, Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia, Myasthenia gravis, Thrombocytopenia, Epilepsy, Degerative Myelopathy, Cataracts, Ectropion, Entropion, Cherry Eye, Cryptorchidism, Hip Dysplasia, and Luxating Patella.
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Training: The Newfoundland needs training with a calm and balanced manner because they are a very sensitive breed that will listen to the tone of your voice.
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Activity: The Newfoundland loves the great outdoors, especially the water and needs plenty of exercise.
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Life Span: The Newfoundland lives an average life of 10-11 years.
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Litter Size: The Newfoundland has an average litter of 8-10 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Newfoundland originated in Newfoundland.
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Brief History: As the name indicates, the breed originated in Newfoundland from dogs native to the island. Various theories state that the big black bear dogs introduced by the Vikings around 1001 AD contributed to the breed's makeup. As European fishermen began to spend summers fishing in the areas around the island, various other breeds came with them and helped to shape and reinvigorate the breed, although the essential characteristics were not changed. By 1610, when colonization was permitted, the distinct physical characteristics and mental attributes had been permanently established in the breed.
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